I've seen many combinations of oranges and blues, and I find them very beautiful and interesting. That blend of day and night is very exciting to me—two completely opposite colors that complement each other very well. Today, in this portrait, I wanted to recreate my own version, using some references to guide me on how to correctly combine blue and orange, as well as adding some yellow stars for a different contrast. I hope you like it.
Proceso/Process
I made the sketch and began adding colors, starting with the blues and then a bit of orange. On a new layer, I added more colors to give the face the correct shape and better locate the illuminated area. I began mixing the colors until I had a smooth result, but as always, maintaining some texture. The blue part was a bit tricky since I used very dark colors to make the orange area stand out even more.
I painted the hair in different shades of blue, but this time a little lighter. I also added orange strands on the left side where the light reflects. I changed the background to a dark blue and started drawing small yellow stars, adding a bit of light to them. I also added highlights to the eyes, nose, and lips. I finished by making a slight color adjustment, adding more depth to the image.
Tools:
- Photoshop CC 2022
- XP-PEN Deco Pro
Herramientas:
- Photoshop CC 2022
- XP-PEN Deco Pro