A quick post today, just wanted to share some of the artwork I've been doing for Signs in the Wilderness. Here's a drawing of a flintlock pistol with some of the process labeled:
Does this look interesting? Evocative of the setting? Good enough for publication?
This is excellent, nails the mood. If it weren't for the lack of long S and the helpful arrows I'd be tempted to mistake it for a period woodcut.
ReplyDeleteOh, I've been struggling so much to avoid the temptation to uſe long-s throughout.
DeleteI'm a big long s fan. Also ligatures, like between c and t
DeleteVery nice. And I think those not previously in the know benefit from knowing the principle of how their character’s weapons function.
ReplyDeleteReminds me of D.M. Cornish's illustrations.
ReplyDeleteIt does! Fellow Monster Blood fan right here!
DeleteDefinitely good enough for publication! If I hadn't read the post, I'd have assumed you were reposting a public domain etching.
ReplyDeleteLove it. I especially like the layout with the flow of the process of firing the weapon. Clear, to the point, and looks fantastic. Great job!
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