Is this work part of a larger story?
Yes, it’s like a journal or diary entry. It’s a visual picture of my journey, growing up and trying to navigate my way through maturity.
How did you create this piece?
First, I did a rough pencil sketch of the composition and scanned it into my computer. Next, I picked out a color scheme. In Photoshop, I started to paint over the pencil sketch, filling in the shapes. After everything was colored, I scanned in a separate piece of paper with lots of crinkles and folds in it. I made that image transparent and then laid the crinkled texture over the painting to add dimension.
Why are the colors in this image important?
Colors can set the mood and enhance the story. Despite the snow, I wanted to show the warmth the two figures feel for each other, so I chose warm cream, tan, and orange tones.
Do you have advice for aspiring artists like yourself?
Force yourself to step outside your comfort zone. You’ll grow as an artist and reach your potential