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Jun 25

Steven Topley – New Work: Character experiments

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strange-group

space-chimp

robo-dancer

pirate

bounty-hunters

bopper-and-chinger

Here are some more character- driven experiments, trying out a more limited colour approach and weathered line work.
See http://www.steventopley.co.uk for more work.

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Tags: character design, distressed, halftones, Illustration, limited palette, Retro, Steven Topley;

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