Blog for the Governor's School for the Arts Illustration class.
Sunday, February 19, 2012
Ok, I added a little bit more details to the background and adjusted the hands and a few other things... are there any suggestions about how it looks from then to now?
Ok you've addressed some issues here, but I think you've raised some new ones as well. I think the background needs simplification, it's just so saturated and splotchy with texture it's telling me it's coming forward...when it needs to be receding. The "spirits" need clarity as well. I think the lighting on Macbeth's face is more interesting now with the glowing light.
As far as concept, he no longer looks like he's being manipulated or controlled, but rather tortured or having his soul violently sucked out of his body. I'd also work to push the woman back in space a little...right now she is just as important as Macbeth.
Right now everything is so fuzzy/soft and kind of out of focus. That's why you need to have hard edges, to help things hold together. I'm still feeling the hands need more attention. The woman's right hand (her right, not the one over his head) is barely reading as a hand. Actually, both of her arms are awkward to the point that they don't look attached to her. I almost think you don't need Macbeth's hands at all...they aren't really helping add anything except making him look like he's in a convulsion.
At this point, keep pushing the things that are working and start stripping away inessentials. His face and costume look good (keep at it), the color palette is working (may need to dial down some areas of saturation), and the composition is interesting. Don't get discouraged, I know this is long-winded but hopefully this helps you push this to a level you hadn't expected.
It doesn't have to be exactly card stock, just good quality...not generic computer paper! Printing places will do the work in a wide variety of sizes on a variety of papers. I would suggest a matte finish. Places like Staples and FedEx Office (kinko's) will print your work for you, but keep in mind they are like the Wal-Mart of the print world. They should work fine for showing in class, but I wouldn't recommend them for your portfolio quality prints. If you want archival quality, you'll have to do some research to find what suits you best.
Ok you've addressed some issues here, but I think you've raised some new ones as well. I think the background needs simplification, it's just so saturated and splotchy with texture it's telling me it's coming forward...when it needs to be receding. The "spirits" need clarity as well. I think the lighting on Macbeth's face is more interesting now with the glowing light.
ReplyDeleteAs far as concept, he no longer looks like he's being manipulated or controlled, but rather tortured or having his soul violently sucked out of his body. I'd also work to push the woman back in space a little...right now she is just as important as Macbeth.
Right now everything is so fuzzy/soft and kind of out of focus. That's why you need to have hard edges, to help things hold together. I'm still feeling the hands need more attention. The woman's right hand (her right, not the one over his head) is barely reading as a hand. Actually, both of her arms are awkward to the point that they don't look attached to her. I almost think you don't need Macbeth's hands at all...they aren't really helping add anything except making him look like he's in a convulsion.
At this point, keep pushing the things that are working and start stripping away inessentials. His face and costume look good (keep at it), the color palette is working (may need to dial down some areas of saturation), and the composition is interesting. Don't get discouraged, I know this is long-winded but hopefully this helps you push this to a level you hadn't expected.
Thank you, I'll keep trying to get things cleared up right now. But so far, I'm really glad that it has come along after... who knows how long?
DeleteAre we suppose to print these out before Wednesday? Or the day it is due?
ReplyDeleteWednesday is the due date, and yes have them printed out on nice paper (paper comparable to card stock).
ReplyDeleteOk, but what is the usual size for a card stock? Like a greeting card size or just a 8" x 11" paper?
DeleteIt doesn't have to be exactly card stock, just good quality...not generic computer paper! Printing places will do the work in a wide variety of sizes on a variety of papers. I would suggest a matte finish. Places like Staples and FedEx Office (kinko's) will print your work for you, but keep in mind they are like the Wal-Mart of the print world. They should work fine for showing in class, but I wouldn't recommend them for your portfolio quality prints. If you want archival quality, you'll have to do some research to find what suits you best.
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