Hey, it's been a while, but I finally have a reliable tablet, and a new piece!
This one I drew a bit differently, sketching as many times as needed
to get the right design I had in mind. Proportions are a bit
easier now that I have a directional guide line drawn in
the earlier stages.
Once my sketches are done and my idea is solid, I outline
once in red and then again in the actual outline color,
to make sure I have it just how I want it. I even
previewed my lighting idea somewhat.
When it came down to coloring, I'd seen an Aries-themed color scheme
and decided to run with it since that's my zodiac thing! Also, by this time
I actually decided on where the sun would be and drew a little
indicator to keep in mind before I start lighting.
Once the highlights and shadows were where I wanted them, I'd added textures
to the different parts of the armor while keeping distance and mind. Then, further
implemented a newer technique I picked up during my down time.
Coloring the lines, shadows and highlights really makes things pop
when done correctly! I've recolored this guy a few times because of it!
And to be honest, all of the zodiac color schemes were great
so I might do a piece for each of them.
As far as Superior Alpha Bomb goes, I still want to finish it!
I haven't given up hope!
Just give me a little more time and I'll post
some pages. Thanks for sticking with me, everyone!
