I started working on second sheet of Empire's map for Warhammer Fantasy. Scale 1:800.000 (circa).
This time I decided to describe all the towns in red ink. This definitely improves the readability of the map.
I'm still wondering about the light blue colouring of the rivers.
Aww, this looks great !
What I do when I struggle with this kind of dilemma is to take a pic of my traditional work (no need for a scan here), open it on the computer and add color digitally : this visual helps a lot to check if the color works or not, without ruining the original map. Would this help ?
Because I draw for myself, I can afford the trial and error method.
And I think the red ink idea worked.
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However, I keep thinking about highlighting the rivers with blue watercolor. Maybe I'll use your method, Misty.
The more I see your posts, the more I think I should definitely practice calligraphy again. Hmmm...
Goodness gracious, looking at these maps is almost insulting!
Representing those of us who have the calligraphic skills of an oscillating seismometre, I say: how dare you make such good maps, sir!
Last edited by Klaus van der Kroft; 02-17-2020 at 11:34 PM.
I'm so sorry. I promise to make it worse!Originally Posted by Klaus van der Kroft
I'm sure you'd be able to master calligraphy quickly, Misty.
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I think that the idea of highlighting the rivers slightly blue was a good one. The map is almost finished.
Last edited by Impractical Cartographer; 02-18-2020 at 06:29 AM.
So pleasant
i really enjoy these shots.
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I must admit I wouldn't have bet on the blue rivers, but I'm more than convinced : it's perfect !
Absolutely beautiful, as well as easily readable.
And the next map for the WFRP. A different style (Warhammer of Might and Magic).
I'll color the map, probably using a mixed technique (colored pencils, promarkers, watercolor & pastels).
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