During a intense "spring cleaning" I stumbled across my old sketch books under my bed. They were really fun for me to go through and I thought I'd snap some photos and share a few of them....if you care to look.....here are various sketches, photos, and ramblings that were going through my head in my early 20's...
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Last week I was asked to redesign a 1980's pinball machine to be used in a cosmetics commercial. Unfortunately the commercial has gone a different direction and they aren't using an illustration anymore but I love what I created and I'm still really happy to add this piece to my portfolio.
Here is the headbaord:
To create this image I used pastels, colored pencil, and lots and lots of photoshop.
Obviously I was inspired by early Jem and the Hollograms art:
and the work of Pater Sato
here are my rough concept sketches:
DANIEL SOLIANI!!!!
Daniel sent me a lot of amazing entries but this one really stood out to me. The white and gold are so dramatic agaist her skintone and that headpiece is to die for!
One of the great things about paper dolls is the ability to mix and match different items. These pieces will be a great addition to her wardrobe!
1st runner up: Paige Cody for "Ultimate Extravagance"
2nd runner up: Robert Perez
3rd runner up: Chaitra
Congratulations to all the winners!
Thank you to everyone who participated! It was so hard to choose, I spent all day debating...you are all so talented! I'll be contacting you via email about your prizes!
I'm still working on creating the new dolls..I'm getting close, they should be done soon! The winning design will be included with the one of the new Virtual Dolls as well as one of two items from each of running up entries! Be sure to look out for them!
Stay Tuned!
JDM
V Magazine held a drawing contest called Drawn This Way where they asked fans to illustrate Lady Gaga as an editor for her new fashion column.
Well, I didn't place in the contest but here are my entries.....I'm happy with them.
entry # 1
Gaga with Black Quill
Entry # 2
Gaga with White Quill
sketches:
It's been almost two years since I made a new fashion doll (not counting the Princess Academy doll) and I think it's time for a new season!
As I spend these next few weeks creating a whole new array of outfits, hair, shoes, and accessories I think it would be fun if you did too!
So....I'm excited to announce my very first Paper Doll Fashion Design Contest!!
Last year I had a Rococo Wig Design contest and I was so impressed by the creativity of the people who follow my work! Let's do it again!
Rules:
I have created two models that you can design clothes for. Each model has a color version and a lined version *see below* You can print these out and trace over them. You MUST use these models as templates, submissions drawn on other forms will be disqualified.
You may use tracing paper, a window or light-box (you can even use your computer as a light-box), or you may draw directly onto the model. Don't worry if the lines show through. Submit pencil, colored pencil, paint, watercolor, even digital drawings....all mediums accepted!
I'm looking for full head-to-toe looks! I want hair, makeup, hats, jewelry, gloves, dresses, tops, bottoms, tights, socks, and shoes! Not at the same time though, that would probably look insane! Have fun with it! Go crazy! Go glam! Go sophisticated! Go tropical! Go urban! Go funky! Go punky! I love all styles!
Also, you can enter as many designs as you want! So keep 'em coming! The more designs you enter the greater your chances of winning!
Please email me your designs:
Deadline: Tuesday, April 12, 2011
The winner will be announced Wednesday, April 13, at 12 PM EST.
For the winner: I will virtualize your design/s and put them on my website, where you can play with them anytime you want.
I will also throw in one pair of Pro Ked Shoes, in your size, designed by me! Any pair you want!
I will be selecting 3 runners-up who will also receive a special surpise prize!!
I can't wait to see your designs!
xoxo,
JDM
Figure One:
Figure Two:
Good Luck!
