Marc's self portrait

Wish I could have done more, but time's up! As for my illustrative technique..Ctrl+Z was my best friend.. since this was drawn freehand by someone who doesn't draw that much, getting the curves right was really tricky..so I drew a line, and then undid it over and over until I got somewhere I was satisfied. This process is actually quicker than it sounds once you get a rhythm going.

Self Portrait Entry.

Ok.. here's my entry.

Photoshop and a mirror. I had my desk lamp illuminating me from the side and it took 3.5hours to complete..

Basically using little more than an 80% hard-edged brush, with ~15% roundness and 85% opacity. I paint primarily on one layer, if i'm taking a chance with something, i'll do it on a new layer and flatten once satisfied.

The eyes still kinda weird me out but it's late, time for bed.


Click the image for a high-res version.

Topic: Self Portrait

Just in case you didn't it in the comments, this week's topic is a portrait of YOU.

Saturday's the deadline!

-Marc