Soo: A workflow sequence

Here is an initial pen on paper concept sketch for the main character of S'n'K, Soo.

Below is a computer graphic version of the pen-sketch, which was derived using a neo-classical technique where shading and coloring were handled on different layers, somewhat akin to the old-school oil painter portraits. Also, we see here a nice recursion image where Soo's inner cartoon, Pla2, reaches down toward her in the form of a book, within a book, within a book...

Below is a surprisingly successful transfer of the 2d workups above into a genuine animation-ready 3d model using the conversion program known as FaceGen. It 'guessed' the volumes and then offers 150 facial tuning metrics that can make the guess closer to the original vision. This only took two hours!

Below is an initial nude study with the 3d face integrated.

Below is a body-form study of Soo's wings and tentacles as well as her double-pectoral frame that supports the wings and breasts. Notice also the 6 fingered hands with two thumbs.

To see her final appearance with wings and tattoos and pointy ears and all that...you will have to get Episode Zero! ;o)