21-Draw-Illustrators-Guidebook-vol-2-ebook-(2021)

THUMBNAILS—CRAFTING YOUR STORY MOMENT
Creating the perfect story moment for an illustration
isn’t easy. There are so many variables that can aid or
hinder the execution. This is why I start with thumbnail
sketches—small, quick drawings that allow me to
explore the ideas in my head. This helps me work
through early concepts on paper without investing
too much time or effort in the wrong direction.
My story moment is all about the characters and their
interaction. I need to keep this in mind as I explore
ideas. Other things to consider when thumbnailing are
the big picture design choices. It is important not to
get lost in the details at this stage.
CHARACTER DRIVEN ILLUSTRATIONS
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