Illustration, Design, Editing, Art
I had a number of comments that the negative space was too much due to the way Dakota was laying. The customer had some concerns too. So here is the latest update, hoping I have hit the mark. I didn’t want to include too much and kept it monochrome so the colors would not take away from Dakota.
"Dakota", portrait update ©2012 alecia goodman to present
"Dakota", portrait update ©2012 alecia goodman to present
“Popularity” Illustration Friday’s topic this week. I know this post is truly stretching to fit the parameters, but I just finished this beautiful portrait and wanted to share it (We’ll have to see if the client agrees). Popularity I think this is possibly every preteen, teenage boy’s and girl’s challenge. Always feeling that they are the wallflower and trying to make it into the spotlight. I think with age comes the wisdom to realize popularity is not truly that important, its the beauty inside that matters. Being comfortable with yourself and liking yourself, I think is a challenge for everyone at any age. Dakota is a beautiful dog, I am hoping that I just provided a glimpse of her personality and the beauty it holds.
Here is my challenge, making sure a light colored dog (specifically champagne) does not go too white especially on dark paper. I didn’t get to work on this nearly as long as I would like today. Still I think I am making progress. Had a meeting with client to determine tear stains (to be excluded). Once they gave me the go ahead, I am starting to feel better, less nervous about this portrait. I will include Grace so you can see how it will look next to her sister (the paper color is varying due to lighting being different I think.)
"Dakota", portrait update ©2012 alecia goodman to presentFinding Grace ©2010 alecia goodman
Finding Grace ©2010 alecia goodman
This is for all the Doctor Who fans… I know this may seem boring, a rehash or even maybe overdone, but for my husband’s Valentines gift I wanted to find a graphic tee for him. I searched the internet for shirts about Dr. Who, especially “Bow Ties Are Cool”. Every where I looked the graphics were just not my cup of tea so I knew he wouldn’t like them either. In fact I became so frustrated and annoyed that I came up with my own spin. I think this may even look nice as a wood burning or a print.
Doctor Who Bow Ties Are Cool (from Doctor Who) ©2012 alecia goodman to present
It always starts with a blank page and then an idea. Always a bit sketchy at first you never know where the drawing will lead you or what you will learn. It is always a challenge, and I welcome that. It keeps things exciting. I am sure when Frankenstein came to life the Doctor was amazed, possibly a little shocked. I am always amazed at what other artists create and more often than not what I can create with just a pencil or a pastel.
Here is my latest update of Dakota… she really is coming to life. Hoping the client is happy with its direction too. I am trying to keep it from going to white since she is somewhat white, but also touched with champagne coloring. I know its not quite right just yet. Hoping my next update sheds some light on the colors.
"Dakota", portrait update ©2012 alecia goodman to present
I am having a wonderful day… finished grocery shopping, and had sushi for lunch YUM! I was able to work on Dakota this afternoon which I am really excited about. So here’s update 2.
"Dakota", second portrait update ©2012 alecia goodman to present
"Dakota", first portrait update ©2012 alecia goodman to present
Illustration Friday’s topic this week is “Forward”. Ever since I saw the Disney film, “Meet the Robinson’s“, I have really liked that motto “Keep Moving Forward”. I was a little nervous about the new portrait I started this weekend, Dakota. The portrait is a bit complicated and challenging as it will end up hanging next to her sister “Grace”. First I had to get sizing correct and approved. The paper had to be the same, which I found after searching since Grace had been done a bit ago. Luckily everything seems to be working so far. Hoping I will be able to finish the portrait this week, but we’ll see just how far I can get… especially since Dakota has a lot of fur.
Finding Grace ©2010 alecia goodman
Here are the initial sketches and beginning of the drawing for Dakota.
"Dakota", sketches ©2012 alecia goodman to present
Original Hands 2 Serve Logo ©alecia goodman
(Color) Hands 2 Serve Logo ©alecia goodman
This logo was designed for the Hands 2 Serve Project. Essentially very similar to the Hope In Action Ministry. Members of the project work to improve houses for those in need and are unable to do the work themselves. Like the Hope In Action Ministry all of the work is completed by volunteers (NO they are not paid, but paid through doing a good deed for someone). Design – It was felt that the logo needed to make a bold statement through graphics and color. It would be used both in print and web… and on t-shirts via silkscreen. For the T-shirt, another graphic needed to be designed that would work complimentary with the original.
2nd Graphic Color Hands 2 Serve ©alecia goodman
IF you are interested in volunteering or need further information please Matt Rivers via email mattrivers19@hotmail.com
Original Sketch Hands 2 Serve Logo ©alecia goodman
Here are some additional sketches from the beginning of the project, a glimpse of my design process.
I have decided to start highlighting unique design, illustrations or art while I am in between projects. I had hoped to be able to do 1 or 2 of my own twists on characters like a Disney Princess or maybe even Rainbow Brite. I will be starting on another dog portrait tomorrow “Dakota”, Grace’s adopted sister.
This is so twisted. I love it. A unique twist on lovable icons. I would love to see all of the doodles the artists went through to get to this point. Enjoy! The drawings are created by GRAPHEART, a freelance studio located in Paris.
source: Winnie Tattooh and his friends =), http://blog.thaeger.com/2012/01/20/winnie-tattooh/
"Zeus", final portrait update ©2012 alecia goodman to present
I know its a bit of a stretch for Illustration Friday’s “Twirl”… Still if I think about the idea twirl, I think of how many times I have twirled pencils to continually create a sharp point. I overcame a lighting issue in my studio. Frustrating how reliant I am on bulbs etc. This beautiful dog, Zeus is now completed… YEAH!!! Of course I am still awaiting approval from the client. Let me know what you think everyone.
The portrait was approved… Now I am definitely “TWIRLING” in a happy dance.
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