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Simple ideas often make the best illustrations.
It had been a while since I last drew, and when I finally sat down, my mind went blank. When that happens, I pick something simple and a little cliché and see what I can do with it.
This time it was an apple. Then a worm popped out to say hi!
The pink worm against the green and blue is a great color pop. The apple with the missing center is a fun touch.
Thanks Rafee!
Simplicity is always best while meeting creativity
This is so charming! Love how you took the most cliché idea - apple with a worm - and made it feel fresh with that bold color palette and character. The pink worm popping out to say hi gives it so much personality, and that blue background makes the green apple pop perfectly....
Looks great 🤩
Thanks!
Upgoating this.... Amazing craftsmanship and thoughtful design decisions
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