Character Creation

Creating these characters was very motivating because something I am very passionate about is actually benefiting my others (my group). I began looking towards online references of sea creatures, artist work and ethnic groups for inspiration.

MIRROR OF HUMANITY

Phenotypes: Flat nose bridges, high cheekbones and wide set epicanthic eyes are prominent features across indigenous/ancient populations across the globe originating in Africa with the earliest human population (such as the Khoi San), whether it be Europe, Aisa or Latin America. That is why a lot of my character designs are visually influenced by these groups, while also creating that etherial appearance through anatomical distortion, i.e experimenting with gill placements upon looking at fish which was fun.

Fashion: I wanted deter from current social constructs of what it means to be a sophisticated and advanced society. Theres a common misconception that indigenous cultures are more "primitive" and "uncivilized" compared to urbanized society, when in actuality its seems to be the other way around. These cultures are the most sustainable in the world descended from our earliest ancestors. They embrace a wide diversity of physical expression, maximalism to minimalistic clothing, nudity, some adorn themselves with natures colors, hence why my characters do the same. The Enki are more technologically advanced than humanity but simply don't adhere to extinct human constructs, hence wear minimal clothing. Since their surroundings are abundant in coral they wear lots of coral designs reflecting that. Also I'm lazy when it comes to drawing clothes.

I made all these last night

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I'll keep designing till January.