Alright, let me tell you about this “autumn lyon” thing I’ve been messing with. It’s kinda cool, kinda quirky, but definitely worth the effort.
So, first things first, I stumbled upon some cool images online, you know, the kind that just make you wanna create something. I was like, “Okay, I’m gonna try and recreate that vibe.” I started by gathering a bunch of reference photos – think autumnal colors, Lyon architecture, that sorta thing. Pinterest became my best friend for a hot minute.
Next up was choosing my tools. I decided to go with Procreate on my iPad because it’s just so damn convenient. Plus, I’m pretty comfortable with the brushes and workflow there. But honestly, you could use anything – Photoshop, even traditional paints if you’re feeling fancy. The key is just to get started.
Then I sketched out a really rough composition. I’m talking stick figures and basic shapes. No need to get bogged down in details at this stage. I just wanted to nail the overall layout and make sure it felt balanced. Think about the rule of thirds, leading lines, all that jazz.
After that, I started blocking in the main colors. I sampled colors directly from my reference photos to keep the palette consistent and autumnal. Think burnt oranges, deep reds, and muted yellows. Layer those colors in, building up the shadows and highlights gradually.
Now came the fun part: adding details. I focused on the architecture of Lyon, using the reference photos to get the shapes and proportions right. I didn’t try to copy everything exactly – just enough to give it that distinct Lyon feel. I also added some foliage, using different brushstrokes to create texture and variation.
This is where it got a little tricky. I wanted to capture the atmosphere of autumn, so I played around with adding some subtle effects like fog and light rays. I used a soft airbrush to create a hazy effect, and a hard-edged brush to add some beams of light filtering through the trees.
Finally, I tweaked the colors and values to get the overall look just right. I adjusted the contrast, saturation, and brightness until I was happy with the result. I also added some subtle details like birds in the sky and leaves on the ground to give it that extra touch of realism.
It took a few hours, and there were definitely moments where I wanted to throw my iPad across the room, but in the end, I’m pretty happy with how it turned out. It’s not perfect, but it captures the essence of “autumn lyon” that I was going for. Plus, I learned a bunch along the way. And that’s what really matters, right?
So, yeah, that’s my “autumn lyon” story. Go give it a try yourself! You might surprise yourself with what you can create.