scanned in images of newspaper and photos

using scanned in newspaper than i had pleated i created a number of layers trying to create a couture garment fitted around the bodice. i found that in some areas the dress was looking to flat so i had to take a photo of the newspaper from different angles then edited them on the computer and placed them in illustrator to give the dress movement.

i then rendered the body with watercolour brushes, using darker shades in the "bones" around the chest, and under the arms where there would be shadow

the tights are clipping masks of scanned in textured fabric

FOR THE BETTER

i started by creating simple block shapes of my illustration.i left the dress area blank as i knew i wanted to create a textured collage dress with pieces i scanned in. to create the basic bodice i scanned in newspaper into illustrator and made a clipping mask. i did a similar process to this for the gloves, however i created ink spilled effect on photoshop using watercolour brushes then placed that image into illustrator then made a clipping mask.

the outline given to us about the themes stated that for the better was about "travelling" and wanting to be somewhere else. so i decided to create a "travel trunk/suitcase" for the girl to be sitting on. i also wanted her to be kind of collapsed on the box as if to see she was "wishing" to go overseas or somewhere new, or to just appear relaxed, compared to the puppet who's strings had been pulled"

FINAL POSTER

this is my final poster. i wanted to create a fun "childlike" illustration for the "for fun" theme. i decided to go with a puppet because it added dimension and interest and also still allowed for the human body to illustrate fashion clearly. i am quite happy with this result, i worry that perhaps there is too much white on the left of the poster however i do think it is a nice contrast against the newspaper

FOR FUN POSTER BACKGROUND

This is the process:
i started with the illustration and shifted her to the left of the poster. i then scanned in newspaper collage and made a clipping mask of the shape that was left of the illustration (on the right hand side of the poster)
i wanted to create a ripped collage like effect as this emulates my drawings but is also "fun" and creates a crafty and homemade feel. i then added the title in a hand written font and placed it in top of ripped paper and newspaper. the main text was written in a clear font so all the details were easy to read and the were placed on ripped pieces of paper.i also used a water colour brush to make it look like ink had spilt but also to re-bring in the blue colour found in the illustrations clothing. i also added the strings on the top layer. i added sticky tape on the largest piece of paper to again create the crafty look.

FACE

the face for the illustration was the hardest part. i found it easier working on illustrator rather then photoshop to draw the lines of the face. i used a think chalk brush in illustrator and created simple lines for the eyes, lips and nose. i then "Placed" watercolour brushes from photo shop to render the rose cheeks, soft lips and render the skin on the face. to do the hair i used string and glued it down to paper in the hair style i wanted. i then scanned it into the computer and manipulated it to fit the head of the illustration.

for the glove i used art paper and some lace trim, cut it into the shape i wanted and scanned it in. i then manipulated the shape of the hand in photoshop to create the right measurements

Th bodice- was created by using blue watercolour paintbrushes and overlaying them then creating a layer mask in illustrator.
i then layered up blue spots and scanned in beads to create a 3d bodice effect. i then individually scanned beads in and created an overlay to make it look more realistic

Scanning in materials and my premade pieces. i scanned in a variety of fabrics and materials/pieces to use in my illustration. i folded and pinned the fabric to make a "skirt", i used water absorbent paper found in bunches of flowers to create a "glove" and added a trim of lace. scanned in beads to use on the bodice and scanned in string for the puppet ropes. i also scanned in the top of a split pin to create the look of a nail for the movement for the puppet

FOR FUN POSTER PROCESS

1) I started by creating an outline of the body i wanted. i decided that since the theme was for "fun" i wanted to create a puppet/toy theme. i love kat mcleods use of collage and have decided this is the direction id like to continue in for my digital illustrations. i want it to look "crafty and home made", more creative in a sense, and i want to create a sense of texture. i am rendering my digital brushes and ink spills i create in photoshop then import them into illustrator. the outlines are then made using artistic brushes in illustrator to create a "quick drawn effect".

assessment two- notes photoshop

*150 DPI- is best as resolution will be good.
anything less will be pixalated.
it is ok to go larger however the file size will be very large.

*when changing size in photoshop click on "image size"
check the resolution section. CHECK OFF "RESAMPLE IMAGE" (make sure there is no tick)
however do tick SCALE STYLES AND CONSTRAIN PROPORTIONS
- Type 150 in the resolution bar

Make sure your image is in CMYK and not RGB colour settings.