Tattoo

I decided to create a tattoo design that I've been wanting for some time now. This is essentially a rough draft, as I plan to revisit it and add more detail later on, but for now, I'm starting with this version.

This image holds a lot of meaning for me—it’s a tribute to my son and his father, who passed away. 

I crafted a silhouette in Illustrator by using a photo that captured the essence of a father and son. I traced the image, expanded the object, and removed any unnecessary elements. I also found an image of a gate that resonated with me and followed the same process.

Next, I utilized the Free Transform tool to adjust the anchor points on the gate, creating the illusion that it was in the distance and that my boys were walking toward it. I employed the Pen Tool to create a path and positioned the silhouettes of the man and son along that path, trying to depict them walking together. I recognize that this aspect needs further attention to enhance the perspective—I view it as a work in progress. Finally, I added text in a font that conveyed the emotion I wanted the viewer to feel, using Smart Guides to center and align it.

This piece was very emotional for me, and I truly enjoyed working on it. I hope to refine it as I improve my skills as a graphic designer and, ultimately, get this tattoo one day.