Thumb Alena Character Concept Design

Digital media, 2022

Character sheet of 'Alena Thumb,' also known as 'Knot,' depicted as a 'barterer, traveler, traitor, and legend'. The illustration includes front and back views of Alena, showcasing her carrying a large backpack filled with items like plants, onions, and a blue feather. She wears patched green overalls, a red bandana, and hobnail boots, holding a curved dagger named 'Vinkler's Dagger.' Additional details include expressive sketches of her face showing various emotions, labeled items like 'The White Stone' and 'Ponder Water,' and annotations describing her gear and accessories. The background features a warm parchment-like texture.

Sketch sheet featuring multiple concept drawings of a female character with a bun hairstyle. The sketches depict her in various poses and outfits, including carrying a large, detailed backpack filled with plants and objects, wearing capes and cloaks, and holding a sword. Expressions and facial features are explored in detailed headshots, alongside dynamic action poses. The sheet combines elements of adventure and fantasy with a mix of practical and rugged clothing designs. The background is a warm, textured paper.

A character concept design for Thumbelina, reimagined as a feminist adventurer and woodland barterer. Rendered digitally with Procreate.

These illustrations accompany a Young Adult novel-in-progress. Chapters are available to read on Patreon, along with the entire character concept design process.. To see more illustrations for my illustrated Thumb Alena novel project on my website, take a look here.

Thumb Alena Character Concept Design

Digital media, 2022

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