A slice of drafts
Tuesday May 13, 2008
I’ve been doing some sketches and drafts for a book cover illustration for my friend, which I am showing here. These were all rejected ones, hence I can share them with you!
The process was definitely fun for me. This was the first time I actually attempted something like this, which a big thing, because I am not a professional illustrator. Quite a lot of people have asked me whether I am an illustrator or an artist, and I don’t think I’ve quite reached that stage yet. I’m still figuring out my own style and hoping to see it solidify as I progress, before I can firmly say that I am either.
I’m going to be drawing up another set, and hopefully if it gets published, I’ll be able to share them with you all!
One thing I did learn was that constant practice is essential to get ahead, and it’s something that I keep repeating to myself everyday. A good yardstick that I measure myself with is my bird drawings. They seem more organic and less forced the more I worked on them! :)
+ Here’s an interesting article by Shaun Tan about the creative process, and the question of what originality is.
Comments
#2 :: mike lowery
May 13, 11:22 PMthese are beautiful. Great, simple color and pen work. I can’t imagine NOT going with these!
#3 :: Laura Bray
May 13, 11:32 PMI totally agree about practice. I’ve been trying to draw EVERDAY and I see a definate, if slight improvement. Just found your blog-so fun! I’ll be back!
#4 :: kelly LOVES whales
May 13, 11:57 PMthese are LOVELY. beautiful work. the colors are magical and the lines so sweet.
#7 :: lisa wharton
May 15, 04:06 AMyour illustrations are beautiful. all of them. i coudlnt pick a favorite!
#1 :: Carla Sonheim
May 13, 10:53 PMI love these covers… your style is wonderful. Love your blog, too. Thanks for all you do!