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Value Studies
Exercise 3: Ink Doodle Value Swatches
In this exercise try creating multiple steps in value, using the same mark making technique. See the swatches below as examples. Create an abstract design and fill in the design using these different swatches of value. Try patterns, stippling, hatching, and crosshatch. Try ink wash techniques as well.
Assignment 2: Object Staging part 2
Assignment 2: Object Staging, Part II — Concept Sketches
Description
You’ll now complete the preliminary steps of the illustration process, refining your 3 best Object Staging Thumbnails into Concept Sketches.
Refine your thumbnails following class critique. Be sure to Submit the Concept sketches in Assignment 2, for approval!
Specifications
- Trim size: Add 6 inches to the width and 6 ½ inches to the height of the image size to allow for mat.
- Image size: 7 x 9 inches or 9 x 7 inches
Directions
- Enlarge your 3 strongest thumbnails .
- Find reference!
- Refine your thumbnails into Concept Sketches. This version should be carefully drawn and measure 7″ x 9″. You will have time for more refinements after the critique.
Be sure to Check the pencil rough for any tangencies or poor cropping.