Haley Hollensteiner - Digital Imaging Blog

This is what I've made! I just made a few minor adjustments to the piece and messed with the white in the background. It started as an accident while exporting the image but I really like it.

  I went through and cut each piece out in photoshop so I could add different effects to each part and have more control over the movements. I forgot to upload more progress because I got really focused on completing it because I wanted to see it all come together. I really like it!

  For my last iteration I was experimenting with a few different things. I added my hands holding the planner to show that even though things are a mess right now I am the one who ultimately decided what I do. I tried adding pops of color and I think it's pretty successful. (My theme is mess)

  It took a while but I think I distorted Elton enough without feeling really bad about destroying him! I like treading the line a little between what is and isn't enough. I hope you like it and please let me know if it isn't enough of a change. I know that they are a leap from the last iterations but these happened fast. I used my nature texture a little in all of the pieces (the waves). This one is representative of how Mr. John has overcome many things in his life and came out of it with love. Even though these things might have changed him some, he didn't let those things take him over. From what I've seen online he seems like a really nice person and has a lot of love to give. The pink in this image represents love but also Mr. John's struggle with his own sexuality. The squares that are everywhere represent the want to be honest with everyone and in a way show that he isn't ready to show the world who he is completely yet. The red again stands for love but...

  This is what I came up with! I decided to add toast because it's what ties a toaster and duck together; in a way they both eat bread. I know it could still be improved, but this is my first time using illustrator. I like it even though it doesn't really make sense. Be sure to look for the little toaster duckling hiding in the grass.