The past few weeks I
have been talking about the graphic novel I am working on. You can go to the
archive to catch up.
At page 1 we are
being introduced to a beautiful young lady walking down the street. We cannot
see her face yet. She is our main character Medusa. On the last panel we can
see her beautiful locks of hair.
On page 2 and 3 we
see the protagonist to all her glory. Hypnotizing eyes, gorgeous lips, beautiful
long neck and hair flowing through the air. A goddess among mortals, men stand
in awe, frozen to their tracks. Medusa’s expression though is strange. She
feels awkward about it and shies away to all this attention.
On page 4 we see
another woman greeting Medusa; she is one of her friends. I drew this character
in a way that emphasizes the difference between a normal looking woman and the
protagonist’s divine beauty.
On page 5 we see both
women walking towards the Parthenon, temple of Athena. This is the point where
we actually learn that Medusa is a priestess. At the last panel we see the golden
statue of Athena inside Parthenon.
I wanted to stay close
to reality for the depictions of people, clothing and locations. I drew influence
from statues, buildings and illustrations of the time. I took my sketchbook and
visit the Parthenon. I drew several pictures of marbles, statues and clay vases.
I also took pictures for reference. I visit the Parthenon museum and drew
several pictures on my sketch pad as well.
Here is how Medusa
character came together.
Her hairstyle.
Her dress.
Thank you for being
here again.
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you may have below to the comments section.
See you next week,
take care!
Panos.
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