Visualizing Donahue Park’s Toddler Area Addition
In our latest project, we had the pleasure of visualizing the new toddler area addition at Donahue Park. This project was unique, as we utilized a new ink and color illustrated style, blending 3D renderings with traditional art techniques. Our goal was to create a vibrant and engaging visual representation that seamlessly integrated with the existing environment. Here’s a look at our creative process through three key stages.
Photo Matching
The first step involved matching the 3D site scene to an existing photo of Donahue Park. We meticulously aligned the 3D model with the photograph, ensuring that the perspective, lighting, and shadows were consistent with the real-life setting. This alignment was crucial to make the 3D elements feel like a natural extension of the existing park. The result was a cohesive and realistic base for further illustration work.
Render Overlay
Once the 3D scene was perfectly matched to the photo, we exported the rendering and brought it into Photoshop for further refinement. Here, we carefully overlaid the rendering onto the photo, paying close attention to blending the edges and ensuring that the transition between the real and digital elements was seamless. This stage was all about enhancing the realism and setting the stage for the final artistic touch.
Illustration Overlay
In the final stage, we applied a digitally drawn ink and color overlay to the combined image. This involved hand-drawing characters and playful elements in a whimsical, cartoon-like style that complemented the toddler area. The ink outlines and vibrant colors added a lively and inviting atmosphere to the scene, making it easy for viewers to envision the joyful experiences that await at the new addition.
Working on this project was an absolute joy, especially the hand-drawing of characters that brought the scene to life. This project has opened the door to exploring other styles of illustration, and we’re excited about the potential for future projects. The blend of 3D rendering and traditional illustration techniques allowed us to create a unique and captivating visual, and we’re eager to continue pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in visualization.