CRAPPY COLOR

HERE is a cropped version of the atrocious color painting a freelance artist did over my original illustration.

Please see: HUMBLE KAYLEY [link]

This image appears partially on the back cover to the current DVD package for THE QUEST FOR CAMELOT. In my opinion, this is an example of what NOT to do. Please note that the airbrushed shadows lack any consistent or logical light source, totally ignoring the highlight reflected in her eyes. Her left sleeve, which should be lying on top of her raised arm, now appears to be floating, due to the shadow choices. The same is true of the bottom of her tunic, above her thighs.
There's a ceramic look to every texture, including her skin and hair, making everything seem like it's made of the same material.
Also, my original lines were painted over with little care, warping her left eye, and demolishing the shape of her fingers. I could go on, but hopefully you all can see for yourselves. Package-art standards notwithstanding, this is BAD art. Unprofessional. Browse my gallery for perspective. Despite my earnest efforts to achieve an acceptable level of quality, it ultimately meant nothing once this freelancer wrought havoc. You can imagine my discouragement.

ALL of this, and much, much more. This illustration is NOT the worst of it. This "artist" mangled, destroyed, oBLITerated many of my pieces, including HARRY POTTER, and HAPPY FEET (I've posted them here undefiled.). And whenever I dared to dispute this person's "expertise," I was addressed like an amateur, and shut down by WB executives. Yet, this person continues to be paid very well, working for top clientele, is married to one of my former art directors, and TEACHES an art class in Southern California!!! A-mazing!

I can't believe some people are faving this garbage.
STOP FAVING THIS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! LOL!!!