Ink Overlay Process

Before starting the ink overlay process I gathered images that were linked to the seaside theme that is apparent throughout the story. When I began inking the images I did the darker areas first, focusing on getting the detail in. The next two layers were less detailed and more blocks, highlighting where the rest of the shadow and tone would be.

This was the first ink layer I did, scanned in. I didn't think the ones with more detail were going to be clear enough (such as the basket and the boat), however these were the ones which worked the best.

These were the first two layers scanned it and coloured, doing this before I inked up my last layer enabled me to see where I darker tones were needed and where other areas needed texture. I experimented with many different colour combinations, however in the end I found that it worked best with one colour but different tones. Using blending modes also allowed the shadows and tone to show well.

This was the finished colour scheme I decided on. The use of one colour with the blending modes meant the the shadows and texture was much easier to show. I also added some hints of colour within the more detailed settings using Photoshop. Looking at the end pieces, I think they worked well. I was surprised that the more detailed ones worked the best.

Once I had decided on the colour scheme I experimenting with adding type to one of the illustrations to make it part of my chosen story. Instead of having the illustration as an extra to the story, I brought both the text and the overlay together.