Hello everyone . What's up?
I'm came to share a new fan art with you . This time, I’ve created a art piece about the Ocean Healer. It’s a simple artwork, and she’s gazing at you with a warm, beautiful smile.
Initially, I had a different vision for this piece. My original plan was to take the character straight forward, but midway through the process, a new idea hit me. I decided to change the angle, resulting in the current pose, which I think adds a lot more charm and character.
The inspiration for this artwork actually came from two pieces I stumbled across while browsing DeviantArt 1 , 2. It is an amazing platform to spark creativity and find new ideas. As I've mentioned in many of my blog posts, I always browse different sites to gather inspiration before starting a new piece. If I create something that aligns with my vision, I like to share it here on my blog.
For this illustration, I used both Illustrator and Photoshop. I started with a rough sketch to outline the character's basic physique. From there, I refined the lines by hand, adding additional details to increase the depth and quality of the art. There's a noticeable difference between the rough sketch and the final line art — it's always amazing to see how much the piece transforms as I work.
Once the line art was complete, it was time to bring it to with color. I didn't stress about the color palette, as I aimed to match the tones from the original inspiration. I usually start with the background last, allowing it to complement the main artwork. In this case, I chose a simple but vivid background, adding some bright lines to give the impression that the character is passing through a futuristic portal. It's a subtle touch that I think enhances the overall atmosphere.
I've included a few snapshots of my creative process, showing the journey from sketch to final piece. If you have any thoughts or feedback on my version of Ocean Healer, feel free to leave a comment. I would love to hear from you . Thank you .
