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Embracing Growth and Learning by Redrawing an Old Illustration

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Keywords: Redrawing, artistic development, digital illustration, art block, artistic method

Introduction

The inspiration to explore the idea of redrawing an old illustration arose from a compelling illustration of a “Fetus in utero” I created in 2019 during my university studies. My curiosity about adapting the same textures using digital techniques, coupled with the realization of past mistakes in proportions, ignited the desire to revisit and improve this artwork. The first illustration was actually used to describe the phenomenon of Amniotic Band Syndrome, this time, however, I wanted to make a more generally useful image showing only a healthy fetus in a healthy environment. In the future the new image might be useful as a base for specific cases.

The Process

During the redrawing process using the Procreate app, I first scanned the original illustration and selectively traced the desired elements to retain, while sketching some improvements to address previous shortcomings. I opted to darken and deepen the color palette to enhance the illustration’s realism, especially in portraying the placenta and umbilical cord.

On the left “Fetus in utero” from 2019, on the right “Fetus in utero” 2023. Noticeable are the differences in proportions of the body length and head size. The colour palette is darker-toned, the textures in placenta and umbilical cord are added. Layering is more prominent, providing the viewer with a new understanding of the depicted phenomenon.

The evolution of my skills became evident throughout the redrawing journey. A newfound boldness emerged in acknowledging my past mistakes, somehow facilitated by the sense of “less commitment” in digital media. The accumulated years of my experience with drawing were probably influential as well. The transition from watercolor to digital techniques allowed me a greater exploration of textures and color palettes, leading me to more versatile and refined artistic outcomes.

Encountering challenges in adapting to digital drawing app features, such as organizing layers, prompted me to reconsider the layered reality of the “fetus in utero” in real life. Overcoming these obstacles proved to be essential in achieving a more cohesive and visually compelling result.

The process of redrawing an old illustration had a profound impact on my overall creativity and growth. It provided me with a valuable outlet during an artistic block I experienced lately, instilling confidence in my abilities and fostering noticeable improvements. This experience offered me a fresh perspective on my journey of artistic development, proving that growth often occurs in subtle yet significant ways.

Conclusion

The transformative experience of redrawing an old illustration has unlocked a powerful tool for my continual self-improvement and artistic evolution. Embracing past artwork to shape the future, I can see myself applying the redrawing method to analog drawings, further exploring the potential of digital techniques in enhancing future creations.

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