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Class J 611 illustration

PROCESS
 
1. Began with original schematic drawings of the locomotive.
2. Built grid and matched side and front schematics in 3-D using Perspective Grid.
3. Fleshed out surfaces.
4. Added details.
5. Used gradient tools to build lighting effects.
6. Added smoke and background.
CREDITS
 
Client: Virginia Museum of Transportation
Agency: Access — Roanoke, VA
 
TOOLS
 
Adobe illustrator
Class J 611 illustration
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Class J 611 illustration

3-D illustration of the world-famous Norfolk & Western Class J 611 steam locomotive — the first passenger locomotive to exceed 100 mph. This illu Read More

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