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I was going through one of my old sketch books and ran across this image that I penciled and thought that would look cool if I actually inked and colored it. So that’s what I did..
[Bonus tip – If you “right click” the image and select “open in new tab” you can view this piece at it’s actual 100% size]
Above is the original sketch that I did in a moleskin. Even though it’s an older drawing I didn’t see anything that I needed to change. I like it the way it is. Except for I do my initials a little differently these days and thought it would be cooler if it was carved into the bench.
Next step is I scanned into my computer, sent it to my Dropbox, and then opened it up on my IPad Pro. (2017 model with first generation apple pencil)
I used Clip Studio Pro to do the Inks. I love this program for creating Art and stuff but I wish it wasn’t such a pain in the butt trying to transfer files from my Windows desktop to my IPad. Hopefully it gets better in the future.
Next comes the color flattening stage. This was a little tricky. I had to try quite a few different versions on the creature. I eventually settled on the purple but it could have been any color.
After that I went in and did all the shading and textures which finally brought the image to life like I wanted. I’m incredibly happy with how this weird ass piece came out 🙂
Thanks for stopping by and checking out my stuff. I just wanted to add that if anyone is wondering I’m about halfway done with the Ant Guy Volume #2 script and am incredibly excited about it. There’s also going to be a few new Duncebot Comix (I’m so happy auto correct hates those two previous words) in the near future.
Finally, have fun, be a good person, and create don’t destroy.
LaTeRz,
Adam
Yay! I’ve sold some books but I’d like to sell some more so here’s my new incentive..
Anyone who has bought or buys my book by Halloween can get a chance to get a free commission from me. 11×17 Pen and Ink on bristol board, single character. It can be “any” character not just one of mine. I’ve got shipping covered too 😉
All you have to do is show me you bought it somehow..
CLICK HERE to check out Ant Guy on Amazon
Picture, Invoice, whatever and then DM me on social media, email me at contact@adamrutten.com, or just post it online.
I want to start offering commissions on my website soon so this piece will serve as one of my examples of what to expect. So, you know I’m going to put some extra gusto into it.
Have fun, good luck, and I’m gonna go doodle..
LaTeRz
I am very happy to announce that the printed edition of my book is now available for purchase on Amazon right now!
Doing the happy dance.. Doing the happy dance..
A lot of time and effort went into this and I’m just happy to finally see it exist in the real world. Also, one thing I would like to point out as I’ve been talking to a few people.. I guess some people at first glance may think that this is a kid’s book. It is not. If anything it’s kind of got a more PG-13 vibe about it. Nothing too crazy.. well actually there’s quite a bit of crazy in it but that’s what makes it fun IMO.
Any whoo.. I hope you all enjoy it. I’m going to get to work on part two.
LaTeRz
