Shaman character studies part 2

This will be my final character for the illustration. I wanted to make him a bit more crazy with the big pop out eyes. The old version I did was a bit to native american looking. 

Shaman Character concepts 1

This is my first concept for a character design of the south american shaman. I have an illustration concept with this being the subject so thought I would start by first doing some character studies seeing as its been some time since I drew the figure in my recent work. 

The Far Side of the World

This work was inspired by my recent adventure to the beautiful country of Ecuador! I learned about the iguanas that lived in the land for so many years, even as far back as the dinosaurs! In South America these animals are everywhere! In the parks, all of the trees, and even the streets. There are all different types : land, water,  and rock iguanas, which all range in color, size and shapes.   So, just like the people they are unique and yet still united.
This piece was done using a scratchboard technique that I learned back in college using clayboard and colored inks. 

Iguana characters at Montanita

I still have a long way to go. Hopefully I'll be finished soon!