I attempted to make a scene that straddled the line of both comfortable and threatening or familar and alien, perhaps mysteriously inviting. I don’t know that I succeeded in that, but the result is still pleasing to me.

I originally started the architecture more square, as can be seen in the bar, but decided that bugs would probably have a more scriggly, rounded building style. There are definitely perspective issues here. Unfortunately It was pretty late in the process where I realized that was an issue. Guess I should have used guidelines and constructed in the sketch stage. So it goes.

I also experimented with several techniques I don’t usually employ. I made use of hatching for shadows more than usual, although I also did some color mottling for the shawarma. I also used a little airbrushing for lights that I’ve done before, but not usually in what I put out to share. Also did a little piss filter color grading over the top to make it more cohesive. In addition, I used a bit of rim lighting for the bartender, which I’m quite pleased with. Incorporating these techniques felt good.

I am aping the stylings of Möebius here, since I just adore his work.

Thank you for your viewing and comments!

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C U T E B U G S !

bug!!!

Yes I am here for the bugs

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hell yeah

What are they eating

I like it very much.

Hell yeah

maclunkey

Ever played Bug Fable? Reminds me of Bug Fable. Whole thing is cool as hell and that chewed up part of the bar is a nice touch

Looks comfy!

Getting Kenshi vibes from this.

I think you did succeed in making it seem familiar but also alien, nice atmosphere and colors, feels pretty alive