These experiments are all based on high contrast black and white photos like the above image where I have only added bands of color to create a strong design.
On this image I have added some gray tones to a few of the trees as well as some bright areas in the background to indicate sunlight.
By just adding simple color areas to these four photos I have created interesting designs.
Another dramatic design using only three colors using the white areas as a strong design element.
Using unusual color combinations can be quite effective. With the computer you can easily do several versions of the same scene until you are satisfied with your design.
Even adding a simple element such as a square or rectangle can quite effective.
Here is a poster that I did using only four flat colors.
Another simple poster design using few colors on which I added the snow. Working with high contrast photos is a great way to practice and develop your color and design skills.
2 comments:
Mr Borgman, thanks for this interesting post. It's great that you decided to start your own blog.
I have came across your works several years ago, but I became really familiar with it after purchasing the book Pen and pencil drawing techniques, which is excellent in my opinion. So different from majority of how-to books on the market.
As I wrote on Leif Peng's blog, I appreciate your drawing style because, much like Peak's, Whitmore's, Fuchs', Silverman's etc it is firmly rooted in tradition, yet at the same time has a very contemporary look.
All the best,
V.
Mr. Borgman,
I loved your blogspot. I am not even sure how I ran across you but I am glad I did. I have some questions for you regarding your work and what you might be doing now as well. I would like to interview you for my podcast. pleasee contact me at your convenience. topimages@msn.com.
thank-you,
Tim
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