Stand Under My Umbrella

Oh finally, finally, FINALLY!!! I had this shelved for a while since situations surrounding my life were leaving me no creative time (but that's changed since then obviously!)

It became quite a challenge to me with different areas...having to improv an arm-I'm primarily an illustrator and should've approached it in a non-digital format to begin with to make it easier. However, I had already gotten a decent start on it and wanted to tackle the challenge.

I originally had illustrated some headphones on him with an ipod in his hand, but with some constructive criticism from a trusted opinion, we both decided it looked too much like an ipod ad and contrasted the ethereal feel. I'm really interested in hearing your feedback on this one; I haven't approached a digital piece like this before. It was a lot of fun taking on the challenge once I got the ball rolling on this one!

Oh, and I do apologize for the unoriginal title; I had a much better one...should've written it down when I had the chance. However, it is fitting. If it the other title comes back to me, I will edit. It's 4 am and out of creative fuel.

Stock used:
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Cloud stock:
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Umbrella stock:
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Sheet music:
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Pic of Gerard used: [link]

Weapons used: Corel Painter, Wacom Tablet, Photoshop CS3