All about the process of the creation of the illustrations by Ken Jacobsen

I  begin every illustration with an initial sketch which is sent to the client for approval. (Here is a video of an example.) Like with all illustrators, unless the client pays per sketch there is usually a limit on the number of sketches without additional payment. After the client approves the sketch I can proceed with the finished drawing. The art can then be emailed as soon as it’s finished. Unless it's to correct an error, changes to a completed illustration usually require additional payment. If there's any concern I can send a sample of a drawing's progress at the start to make sure it's going in the direction the client has in mind. As with any job, payment is required in full even if the work is not used.

S  ince I draw entirely in the computer I have the flexibility to make corrections and changes as needed. (Here is a video of an extreme example.) I use a digitizing tablet and have since 1995. The final drawing can be either in vector format, like an SVG or Illustrator file, or a pixel based image, like a Tiff or PNG, depending on the client’s needs. Vector art is what I'm most often asked for, whether color or black and white. For color in pixel based art, I often watercolor on heavy Arches paper, and send the completed art as a Tiff or Photoshop file with layers – whatever the client prefers.

I look forward to working with you and I hope this all makes sense. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to ask. Here is my contact information.
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