Dragon Rider - Step by Step Colors

Step-by-step coloring of Dragon Rider.

Larger version on Deviantart here.

I figured I'd share since I already had the files tracking my entire progress through the picture. It goes from left to right. Step 2 and 4 are discarded color ideas.

Pencil + Coloring in Photoshop CS3.

Dragon Rider - Complete

Here's the finished piece for Dragon Rider.


I'm currently interested in exploring unusual picture sizes. I usually think in terms of prints for the final output, which means many of my pictures are formatted with a standard letter 8.5"x11" or tabloid 11"x17" size in mind. In contrast, this one is tall, about 8"x14".

Hope you guys dig! I have more storybook type pictures like this planned and in various stages of development, so stay tuned for more. :)

Dragon Rider WIP 2

Here's my current progress on the dragon rider illustration. Colors are still fairly rough. First I blocked in all my basic colors, then I started polishing and adding texture to individual sections. The wall, lamp, coffee table, and chair are done. I plan on tackling the wood floor next.