The Final Piece is painted with reference to my partner-Yan Min.
Acrylic paint and markers are used as the main medium in this painting.
The idea that I want to bring across in this art piece is her personality. My first impression of her was that she was a cool person, and possibly slightly aloof. However, after getting to know her better, I start to see the more feminine and friendly side of her. I begin to understand that she is a sweet person and gain a better understanding of the things she likes.
This is why the Design Principle used here is Emphasis. Emphasis can be seen on the ice cube since the color is a lot lighter in contrast to the shirt. The emphasis on the ice cube signifies my first impression of her-a cool person. As the audience starts to look at the bigger picture(background), they gain a better understanding of what makes Yan Min, Yan Min. It is as if they start to look inside of her. This is concurrent to my better understanding of who she is. Which is then represented by objects of her interest-Lollipop, Kiiroitori, Mamegoma, etc.
The next Design Principle used here is Line of Sight. This can be seen when the audience look into Yan Min’s eyes, to only see it staring right back at them!
Cool colors(Blue) are chosen for her shirt. This is concurrent to the first impression that I have of her. Blue is also intentionally chosen because it is one of Yan Min’s favorite color.
A mixture of warm colors(Peach, warm pink, warm grey) are chosen for the background. This is to help better represent the softer and more friendly side of her.
Details and highlights are also drawn to make her portrait more realistic.
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Process
The pictures below are taken along the way. Enjoy!