Wednesday, November 20, 2013

Photomontage Part 1- Culloden Kings

I've had quite a bit of inspiration for this project, including one of my favorite Celtic bands- Enter The Haggis, my heritage, and a book series I have been reading recently called Outlander, by Diana Gabaldon. One of my closest friends introduced me to the band and she and I have seen about 12 of their concerts within the last 5 years. They have an infectious, upbeat sound with songs that speak a message. My dad is 80% Scottish and for reasons I can't explain, I have always felt a very strong connection to this heritage. One day I will travel to Scotland, and I may never come back! Everything about the culture fascinates me, especially the bagpipes in the music. So, I chose the name "Culloden Kings" for my fictitious band, referring to the great battle at Culloden which took place in 1746. 
My initial sketch is very simple, but I think it will be quite complicated when I make my attempt in Photoshop. The background will be the image of the Cliffs of Moher, in Scotland. The sun with prominent rays shooting from it, will have the vocalist sitting upon one of its rays. In the center, background, and with a very low opacity I will have the painting of the Battle of Culloden. Then the drummer and piper will be sitting on the water, with the piper directly in the lower center of the poster. And lastly, the violinist will stand on top of the cliff. I chose silhouettes to emphasize the battle, and not necessarily the band members.   









       

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