I’ve been working on a few digital illustrations and thought I’d share.
I remember talking to a fellow illustrator a few years ago who said, “I don’t even use sketch books anymore, I draw everything on the computer!” I couldn’t believe that. I thought it was sad. But let me tell you, I’ve changed my opinion. It’s SO. MUCH. EASIER. I can make really detailed sketches, drastically change them, add detail, and make them the perfect size all in 1/2 the time. Even if I’m going to make the picture with a traditional medium (watercolor, pastel, etc.) I still sketch it out in Photoshop first. It’s quite amazing. And I can listen to pandora.com while I work. That alone makes me draw better…
I LOVE these illustrations. Lots of movement/expression. I’m still intimidated by drawing directly to the computer, though I DO end up finishing most of my completed stuff digitally.
Comment by c — January 11, 2010 @ 4:40 pm
Love the sassy junior pastry chef! I also love how the blonde boy is totally elbowing his opponent but really discreetly so the ref doesn’t notice. Nice attention to detail Apryl.
Comment by Lismarie — January 11, 2010 @ 5:21 pm
Love to read your blog entries, Apryl. You mentioned using Photoshop (which version btw?) … What about drawing hardware? Do you have a tablet?
Comment by Cousin Mark — January 12, 2010 @ 4:42 am