dreamandnightmare

Pride Magazine

Added 2020-06-09 04:04:40 +0000 UTC

Okay, so this is a bit of an interesting story: I started working on this, originally just with the idea in mind to draw a little something for pride month. It was supposed to be a warm up sketch that I might go back and finish later.

However, when I was working on the sketch, I kept contemplating how I wanted to develop this picture further.

Eventually it started to become an experiment on my own workflow, as I wanted to see how much time would be needed if I skipped over some of the steps like cleaning up the sketch. I was really surprised at how good the result looked, so I kept going.

The idea spiraled a little out of control and I realized that the picture in and of it self looked a bit awkward, with Rick just standing there. So I had the idea of turning it into a magazine cover and I think it works quite well. :3

It was an interesting experience to see the direction of the picture shift as I was working on it and I'm glad I managed to learn a thing or two about my own workflow and pace.

I want to wish all and everyone of you a happy pride month! I know things are rough right now, so I hope you all are staying safe and celebrating your own individuality. Be proud of who you are and let no one tell you different. Diversity is a strength that helps us become better at understanding the world and each other.

Be proud everyone! :3

Enjoy the picture & Happy Pride Month!