Esotropiart

Final Drawing

With this particular drawing I decided to include the draft version to demonstrate the artistic process involved and formulation of ideas. The time my brain dreams up one of these 3" x 5" drawings is rarely convenient. Because of my very short memory I have to draw a quick sketch if I want to remember the idea later. Sometimes I'll draw a draft with very quick figures, shapes and dialog in order to capture the inspiration. In this case I drew the draft on a 3" x 5", when often I use Post-It notes or whatever paper scrap is available.

Comparing the draft and final drawing demonstrates a very common occurrence in my process. I often totally change a drawing or the story-creating dialog. This time I wanted to make sure to record both versions, as each has elements of value. For example, without the rough draft, we wouldn't know the gymnast's name is Cleo. Originally the gargoyle was free to fly around. I later thought of incorporating him into the rings apparatus, which causes for more confusion as to whether he is a living being or a prop. We also get some insight into a rare dialect, "visitrons snoof", which means "visitors sniff". Since the gargoyle was incorporated into the post, it could no longer be considered a visitor. Perhaps the draft occurred slightly before the final drawing, and the gargoyle was somehow captured or drawn into the post. We can only assume. Clearly "I spring for fishy" is important because it made it into both versions. It might very well be the clue we were looking for.

Rough Draft