Tuesday, August 9, 2016

Story Demo "Tarzan and the Lost Empire" with Pencil and Photoshop



In this demo, I illustrate something a bit different from the normal advertising assignments. I created a scene from E.R. Burrough's book "Tarzan and the Lost Empire.' I discuss some techniques I use in Photoshop, but mostly talk about the craft of making pictures that tell a story. Inventing visuals that aren't described in the source material is what makes story illustration so appealing. They complement and enhance the narrative in a wondrous way. 

Monday, August 8, 2016

Windsor Newton Watercolor Travel Kit

Watercolor painting from my trip to Lasdon Gardens, using Windsor Newton Watercolor on 140 lb., cellulose acid-free Cartiera Magnani paper.