My latest commission was illustrating an article about taking your car abroad. This is an article for 'Motability Lifestyle', the motoring magazine for the disabled.
Driving on foreign roads is tough enough for the able bodied.Yet another reason to be very thankful.
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- If you're Tired the it's Sensible to have a Nap at the Wheel. But park up Off the Motorway First!
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- There is a lot of Paperwork to take with you on your drive abroad!
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- You'll need a Green Card Car Insurance. Though do try not to loose it in those beautiful grassy mountains.
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- Black and White Version of 'Asleep at the Wheel!'
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- Black and White Version of 'Filing Cabinet on the Back Seat!'
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- Black and White Version of 'Loosing your Green Card in the Grass!'
The client asked for full colour artwork, which is great, I like working in colour. But then I thought I'd take a look at a black and white version of the illustrations. I don't know about you but I think they look pretty darn good. Moody, atmospheric if you like. Just like the good old black and white movies back in the day and sometimes used today with great effect. 'The Artist' a great example.
I really would appreciate your thoughts on this. Which do you prefer? Black and White? or Colour?
I know we all like colour commissions but which do you prefer in this editorial, colour or black and white?
I love the colour ones. The black and white ones are a great alternative, but the images are modern and quirky, and I think the colour suits them.
Thanks Toby. Yes I tend to go for the colour, but I'm pleased how the black and white looks.