Wait, don’t leave this page. You’re in the right place… well provided you it’s My Style Canvas you wanted. And yes, this is a sketch of a zombie. Yeah I know that has nothing to do with fashion, but I do on occasion like to do other types of illustrations as well.
Aaaand, recently I’ve found myself on a bit of a zombie kick. Along with being a fan of the AMC show The Walking Dead, I’m also the wife (and occasional assistant) to a special effects makeup artist who’s been called upon a lot lately to turn people into zombies. This is usually at zombie-themed events (zombie walks and pub crawls as well as zombie days at amusements parks like Six Flags Great Adventure and Dorney Park and even the occasional photo shoot like last year’s Party City Halloween catalogue.)
Since he often needs an extra pair of hands, I’ve naturally been trained in the fine art of greasepaint application for the purpose of turning a person from normal to completely decrepit and disgusting. (Boy is it fun!)
And what can I say, the smiling faces of those zombies after they see their reflection in a handheld mirror has inspired me to create a zombie character, who I call Zori. You can see her above, terrifying some poor guy who obviously has no taste if he’s immune to her charms. And you can see her below in a couple of other scenes.
Now, despite being undead, Zori, who’s been illustrated in ink and Photoshop, will be immortalized in notecards that’ll soon be available on this here website. I also plan to introduce her at miscellaneous zombie events like the upcoming Asbury Park, NJ Zombie Walk.
Since she’s so new though I’d love some honest feedback about what you think of this character and are there any situations you think I ought to put this little flesh-eating filly in? Do tell!
(This post has been linked up to Sunday Sketches, an online group for artists of all levels.)
hey you did sketch nice pics bt some are funny and horrible but i enjoyed your pics which is shared above..
the only suggestion i would make is think about framing them with a box of some sortthey do remind me of that common knowledge song “Ghouls Just Wanna Have fun
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The sketches are so cute! 😀
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Funny and stomach-turning all at once…what’s not to love! Your drawings are great.
You’re always there with a surprise Sabina! While your wonderful drawings aren’t exactly “fashion”, they do remind me of that well known song “Ghouls Just Wanna Have Fun.” :-))))
I have put The Walking Dead on my birthday list… I keep hearing about it from everyone… I love the new work… it is always great to flex your creative muscles isn’t it… the only suggestion i would make is think about framing them with a box of some sort… it would add to the illustration/ graphic novel feel of them… I often print out scans and play with them to get an idea of where a frame would work well… xx
My favorite zombie movie is 28 weeks later. I’ll have to check out the amc series you mentioned.
How cool to have a partner in that line of work.
These illustrations are a hoot! I love the added detail of Zori’s snack bowl in the last drawing. Zori has her own style going on in that last drawing too.
Hi there, thank you so much for your comment on my blog. :0) It’s funny what you said about the article that you are writing. My job came about because I was worried about the art program at my boys school. I’d noticed in the last year or so that there seemed to be less and less new projects so inquired about it at the beginning of the year and was told that the previous artist in residence had left so they were without someone to teach the art. The kids do art with their teachers but I’ve been able to really concentrate on it with different projects throughout the year. I’m working my way through each class. There is plenty of work but unfortunately because it’s a public school there are limits to their budget. But I really do feel like I’m rekindling the students love of art. I’d be interested to read your article when you are finished! :0)
As for your zombie!!! I LOVE her what a great character! I’m a massive zombie fan and adore The Walking Dead!!! Roll on next month when season 3 starts! :0) I think your illustrations are hilarious and would love to see her in more scenarios, perhaps speed dating? heheh I look forward to seeing more of her! And can I just say what a cool job your husband has! :0)
Gruesome, or should I say AWESOME, illustrations! Nice work!
Okay I am totally grossed out, but laughing at the same time. Your cartoon figures are terrificly drawn! Fun! Super for Halloween for sure!!!
LOL, gross snack bowl!
Haha A little gorey for me but still VERY well drawn. hee 🙂
Very ‘in’ illustrations ~ well done ~ (A Creative Harbor)
These are so cool, loving them.
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Your post made me laugh… So many little gems!
Great sketches, someone’s ready for Halloween!