Poster for Odd Future, known for the manic vibe of their live show as well as their aggressively weird and weirdly aggressive lyrical themes, amongst other things. Particularly inspired by the mental image of EarlWolf, the image is meant to feel violent, off-kilter, and entirely comfortable with its own grossness.
Some thumbnails that didn't make the cut.
Some thumbnails that came closer to the final idea.
Experimental sketch to loosen up. Purely for the fun of it.
Technique test; ink on bristol.
Semi-comp drawing. 14" x 17" non-photo blue pencil (edited out) and ink on bristol.
Final rendition. 19" x 25" ink and white gouache one illustration board.
Final poster with text and textures added.
Setting up the initial layer.
In-progress shot of the second layer.
Flooded with fire.
Registering the third and final layer.
Heads up.
I enjoy how well the textures melded with the line work.
Mouth.
Eye.
Scruff.
Text detail.
Prints drying. Final edition: 45.
For sale through The Shop.
*EDIT*This poster is now sold out.