ISTD - designer research

As I have decide to explore using both image and illustration within Design for Print, I wanted to research into how to make it successful, and what the most effective method was. The below examples are all mixed media, but they also reflect my chosen subject matter and the content of my publication.

The Black Math

Whilst the illustration is effective on top of the colour photograph, the greyscale images with the illustration on top appears to be the most successful. The illustrative work is kept fluid, and hasn't been neatened, which works to it's advantage. 

By de-saturating some of my images, I want to experiment with whether or not this improves the combination. I don't want there to be too much of a contrast between the two. 

Jiro Bevis

Here, only part of the image has been covered by illustration. This is something that I will experiment with, however, I may just use my photograph as a background to my drawing. This method is extremely effective visually, and the illustration compliments the digital side well by representing the mood and the style.

Wolsey lookbook

I also looked at simple fashion illustration and how illustration could be used within a lookbook layout. Simplcity is key here. No colour is needed for the design to look visually pleasing. However, as I am trying to reflect the personality of my subject, there needs to be colour in there somewhere as the individual is a very bright and vivid character. In some circumstances, simple is better, however, I will have to look at experimenting with colour within my work.

Prada A/W lookbook

Anna Zejmo

Illustrative work that has been created to represent the personality and character's of well-known bloggers. Categories can be seen within these pieces, and notable objects and outfits have been used to reflect the individuals.

Achraf Amiri