D X M N . by Nashid Chroma

The focus on this piece was to celebrate the original album cover’s aesthetic and this one gorgeous magnolia I found felt perfect for that. It became the hero flower in the center and then I found a second one to compliment the first. 🌸

The butterflies are a nod to To Pimp a Butterfly and were the final touch in resolving the composition. Kendrick’s posture, and large white shirt made it difficult to design. But this was an instance where I sketched out how the flow of the foliage could work and then filled it in. (I usually just place my references in the composition and play with them to find sometime that works without sketching) 🦋

I’m also very proud of my colourwork on this piece. Lately it feels like I’m able to incorporate more opalescent effects while still respecting a main colour scheme hierarchy. 🎨