MYA SCREAM
POLYMER CLAYINSPIRATION
Shelly Arroyo
Mya Scream, marker and pencil, © Shelly Arroyo
Some of my favorite tools to sketch with, are marker and colored pencil. Color just makes things come alive for me. It is no surprise that I would take these ideas and try to add polymer clay and digital art, too. So, I did! And, Mya Scream did not disappoint!
The original sketch was based off a character I made in the likeness of my daughter, Mya. My hope is to eventually use her in a children’s book that highlights some of her most amazing qualities. It is with great emotion comes tremendous passion, and both qualities suit her personality to a tee.
It is with great emotion comes tremendous passion…
Digital collage with papers and polymer clay, © Shelly Arroyo
I took this original Mya concept and sculpted her out of polymer clay, including her tears. I added more teeth to give her more personality. Scanning in sketches I made for the scene, I worked in Procreate for the iPad to add color. I added in paper pattern texture, as well. The sizing was made to allow for a full spread in a book.
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All content and artwork © Shelly Arroyo, A.k.a. Mama Chickpea.
Shelly Arroyo, A.k.a. Mama Chickpea!
I have been a graphic designer excelling in desktop publishing programs, dabbling in web design, and making brand content for twenty years. I have owned my own brick-and-mortar studios, and developed my own brands. Designing user-centric UX, beautiful graphics and meeting deadlines are some of my strongest skills…but don’t forget my killer macaroni and cheese!
PLEASE FOLLOW ME as I embark on a quest to enjoy, learn from, and raise my bamBEANos, in the best way this Mama Chickpea can. Art is my “balance” to life and I enjoy all the DIY therapy I can handle! To learn more about Mama Chickpea, click HERE.
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