Working on a large piece of artwork takes much time and process to do. Here are a few examples of some projects that I have worked on. This will show my creative process on how I create all my art.
My First Major Project
1. Thinking of a simple sketch on what I am planning on doing
Here is where I started with my creation process on my most recent project. This will turn into a series where each new picture will zoom out from the dragon. Dragons are one of my most favorite things to draw and I hope that these drawings will help my to advance even more so I can draw my ideas and creations so I can share them for everyone to see.
2. Start thinking of other possible ideas or designs that could be an option for the piece.
Here are a few sketches of different artworks by other artist that I practiced on. These pictures help me build up a general idea for what I want to do and allowed me try out different options for me to see and try out for my design.
These two drawing were of designs of my own. I drew these to give myself an idea on what other possible changes I can make to bring out a more unique and different kind of design to my drawing.
3. Now that I feel comfortable with my idea, I now start to sketch out the final design on the paper along with the charcoal.
4. I then continue on adding more details to the picture until it is finally complete. Adding a few details such as shading areas, scale details, and etc. throughout it until it is finished.
5. I finally reach the end of my piece by completing the main object being portray in the picture along with a few last minute finishing touches to some areas on the dragon.
Statements Afterwards
With this project, I created a head of a dragon based off one of my first pieces the “Dragon Eye”. Though I did not aim to create a meaningful message, I did strive to advance even more with my shading techniques along with a more 3D element by having the dragon appear to be turning around, looking at everyone, giving off a curious expression. I wanted the dragon to have a personality of its own so adding the elements of personality and the 3D of the artwork truly makes it unique.
The greatest challenge that I encountered with this project was managing to create the best shading colors on each of the scales. Each scale on its face and neck is unique and different. Different shades, textures, and sizes make a big difference, but I had to get the lighting correct so it shows what the dragon is trying to do. Finding the right scale to fit in the best spots also was a challenge since it all had to flow. But after some testing and a few changes, I managed to find the right scales for each spot, creating the perfect, complex picture of a dragon.
This project ties back to one of my first projects of the year which was my “Dragon Eye”. This most recent picture was a zoomed out drawing of that dragon eye. My goal for these pictures is to make a series of them were each picture is to continue moving outwards, showing more of the scene and dragon in each picture. My “Dragon Head” also comes from another project similar to the concept of this picture such as my “A Different Point-of-View” drawing for its perspective. So, my concept for this latest picture is based on my love for charcoal and dragons and coming from all the hard work that I put forth to come here today it has truly paid off.
My Second Big Project
1. I decided to use a whole new idea and medium that was a little out of my comfort area. Abstract and Oil Pastels
2. Pick a theme. I needed to find a theme on what my image was going to depicting. Around the time of completing this project, I had been reading and watching movies and books based on the famous, Phantom of the Opera, and I knew this was the idea perfect to use.
3. Practice! Since I have never worked with oil pastels or have completed a major project centered around being abstract, I sketch and practiced multiple images, as well as researched, different ideas until I found the picture and rough draft I was happy with.
4. Starting the final work
5. My Piece starts to form. As I continue to work with the oil pastels, I learn about many different and helpful techniques that are allowing me to give as much detail as possible for the objects throughout it.
6. The final piece
My Third Big Project: Watercolors
1. Plan and Research Who is the artist that inspired me the most? Why them? I chose Albrecht Dürer as my inspiration for this project because I love the simplicity he uses in his paintings such as the ones shown below and even though it is one object, he goes into much detail to create a realistic image, something I hope to accomplish with mine. My plans are to focus on nature and wildlife with my work and based on this artist's work, he was the best example, I feel, I could study and help guide me in my process of this particular medium.