Photomontage Concept Sketches

Photomontage concept sketches

My thought process while brainstorming for this photomontage was to take the artist/band perspective. So I asked myself "How could music, fame, performing make an artist/band feel?"

Here are some of my concepts sketched out:

 

1."Sound Storm"-I wanted to show how the sound of a single musician can create a "storm" of sound that can fill a space with warmth. I envision swirls that transform from a low saturation and vibrance, to a bold and vibrant color showing warmth. The background would be dark, the trumpet player would be a silhouette with an inner glow centered at his heart. I see the music and feeling (expressed through the shapes) rotating around the trumpet player.  Showing that the music can encompass you.

2. "For the love of fans"- In this sketch, I wanted to show how there can be such an intense feeling created through the love of fans. An artist/band doesn't reach a high level of fame without the adoration of fans. I see bold colors and dark shadows. The fans coming up through a haze. As if the singer is a God. I want to express how the fans showing praise emphasizes the intensity of a performance.

3. "Road to Fame"- This is the portrayal of a young musician heading out on a trip to fame. Using text to show the different challenges and experiences along the way. The concrete road will transform to a rough surface. At the end of the road will be images relating to fame and glory. At the bottom will be safety, possibly layered with net texture. The musician in a stance of trepidation.

3. "My Piano"- This concept is showing how the pianist holds his instrument high on a pedestal. Showing how an artist can be humble to the beauty of their instruments value. The curtains will be deep and rich, opening to show the world. Using layers and shadows to create a depth, as the sketch looks very 2 dimensional.