From a sketch to a painting.

Here is a look at how I go from simple sketch to finished painting.
I begin with a rough, simple thumbnail. I usually do about two or
three different thumbnails for each image, trying different
approaches and compositions. Then using the feedback given to
me from the Editor I do a final "finished" sketch. Then it's back to
the Editor for more feedback and suggestions. After all is agreed
upon, I begin the final, painted art...



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