2 From sketch to finished art

How to consider focal points, storytelling and detailing in this epic sci-fi scene

A Getting the basics down

I lay down a fast and quick background, mostly to establish the palette and the general directions I want to go. This step prompts me to ask questions, such as what do I want to accomplish with this piece, and identifying the story I want to tell. Now I begin to answer the question of story. I choose my focal point and begin to build the scene.

B T hink about little story moments

I start to think about how people will interact in this world and begin to add smaller details to help define objects in the scene. This is definitely the fun part! You can bring in all kinds of little story moments to help enrich the composition.

C Ensuring clarity throughout the scene

Now I just finish up the piece and begin to add more details and make sure that the image has a clean read. The viewer’s experience is key!