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METHODS - Step by Step
Thumbnail sketches
I have often been asked about the methods I use to create a picture. Although things vary according to the assignment, there have been several steps that seem to be common to most of my pieces. I'll attempt to elaborate on a few of them by showing you an example of a work in progress. In this case, here's how "The Man in the Moon" was made.
"The Man in the Moon" was originally designed as a figurine, which, unfor-tunately, never got made. I liked the composition, however, and thought it was a good start towards a finished piece in the Nursery Rhyme book.
Regardless of whether I'm designing a two or three-dimensional project, I like to start with a series of thumbnail sketches
I try to develop at least two or three ideas that I can present to my client. The importance of trying more than one approach is that even if I'm happy with the first attempt, by working with the subject matter a little further, sometimes I'll find a fresher approach in the second or third try.
I tend to have a favorite, and often that is the one that gets picked, but sometimes I'll be surprised by the choice!
