Childrens' book - sketches & designs

[-Rhemrev-]

Here's some more work I did for a personal project; some environment layouts + some characterdesigns.

Layouts storyideas (in no particular order):
http://rhemrev.com/blogspot/BookProject_Layouts.jpg
Giant that is looking for clothes that fit him:
http://rhemrev.com/blogspot/BookProject_Characters_A.jpg

Some handy critters:

http://rhemrev.com/blogspot/BookProject_Characters_B.jpg

Feedback very welcome!

Thanx for looking,

-Edwin

[paladis]

Really amazing stuff, as someone who has aspirations of writing and drawing a childrens book, I can say that I'm very impressed with your work. I love your characters and your art is perfect for a childrens book. How far off are you from finishing your book?

[gloomly]

the "handy" characters are particularly awesome :)

[-Rhemrev-]

Paladis: erhm, y ou're looking at it :P I'm a visual development artist, but not really a writer....so I basically set up this framework, and take it from there. I do want to dive into storytelling and writing, so it's a nice learning project :) I'm also planning on putting together a little artbook thingie, which'll probably feature some of this stuff aswell:)

Gloomy: thanx, they're my favorites aswel! :)

[paladis]

O :) then it's perfect. I really think you got something there. I'm hoping to be able to both write and draw my story. But this is something i just came up with a few months ago...actually...about 6-8 months ago, man where does the time go. I have a long way to go, someday I'll get there :)

[MilkManX]

Those are some magnificent comps there!

I love it.

[-Rhemrev-]

Paladis: My method is to come up with a basic outline of the story first, and then just start sketching, looking for cool compositions and character ideas. It also helps to pick a story you like, and incorperate elements from that aswell. The girl in the picture is a leftover of re-designs I did for Dorothy for the Wizard of Oz (another personal project), and the whole 'venturing into another world'is something I grabbed from Alice in Wonderland. :)

Good luck with your project!


MilkMan: As for layouts and visual developement, check the blog of Hans Bacher, I learned alot from this guys Blog and his book 'DreamWorlds'. He's a key disney visualdevelopement guy, having worked on beauty and th beast, mulan, etc. link : http://one1more2time3.wordpress.com/

[-Rhemrev-]

I forgot: this is the Hans Bacher book I mentioned, best book on layout ever: http://www.amazon.com/Dream-Worlds-Production-Design-Animation/dp/0240520939/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1252840420&sr=8-1http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51goao%2B2fJL._BO2,204,203,200_PIsitb-sticker-arrow-click,TopRight,35,-76_AA240_SH20_OU01_.jpg

[UnsungGuru]

Some really amazing stuff here. Love the Hand Critters. Super creative.

I think the first giant would be my favourite. He's got that crafty, wizened look about him.

[danielle_soloud]

These are great. And so nice of you to share that blog :]
It's really cool and interesting to see how you do your little layouts and stuff. Thank you much for sharing!

[davidartiste]

WOW! This is just wonderful stuff. It just screams of a child's imagination.

[paladis]

Thanks the encouragment Rhemrev, great links and blog. My favorite WB short of all time is:
http://www.metacafe.com/watch/430148/whats_opera_doc/

Can't wait to see more of your art and concepts here on the boards :)

[-Rhemrev-]

Thanx guys, much appreciated!

[wheelchairman]

This is an awesome piece of work. I also took a quick look at the blogspot and that just stunned me. You are a true artist. I love the sequential story of that little girl. GREAT GREAT GREAT!

[Cheeky Monkey]

Loved your stuff really original and well executed.

[ThreeEyesWorm]

You are inspirational dude.