Farewell, Spaceman

Definitely not my best but I had to get all the feelings out and this is what resulted. We have lost a legend, the world loves and misses you.

The only girl I've ever loved, was born with roses in her eyes

I figure I should stop picking at this piece. But I have been working on my portfolio so this is the newest edition! 

Here is the initial sketch I did

First Cintiq Self Portrait

Made some edits, see a difference??

Portrait Sketch Dump

Environment Concept

I hate painting rocks and mountains, so I painted some rocks and mountains.

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#Selfie

When studying portraiture, the most reliable model you have is yourself. This year I've painted more selfies than I've ever done before (more to come!) and have discovered all of the hidden colors in the human skin. Who knew desaturated reds and greens were in there? I wouldn't put that shit on my face! ahha.

Here are progress pics of the painting. I took them with my phone which is why it looks a bit wonky but nonetheless is interesting to see!

Holy improvement, Batman! These were all done this year, look how muddy my colors were in the beginning, and how weird my proportions are haha. I still have a lot to learn but I am glad I'm seeing progress. :)

Crack the Sky

New painting! I had this idea floating around in my head for a while. Originally it was in landscape but felt like it was more dynamic this orientation.  A lot of things changed from the sketch, to the first few drafts and the final. The entire color scheme and mood was changed and I would not have thought to do so unless I took this to final.

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