IF: Pale with pox

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DogBaby Petey is down with Pox. He's getting bed rest, but the tickle in his throat is keeping him awake. The chicken pox aren't that itchy yet, but the fever is making him sweat.

Top: Full Pallet W&N Watercolor, brown W&N ink on Fabriano
Middle: Two Color W&N Watercolor, brown W&N ink on Fabriano
Bottom: Original pencil drawing on Strathmore, enhanced contrast

I looked to my heros, Hardie Gramatky and Fedor Rojankovsky for inspiration. I plan on including them in my thesis influences. I was fortunate enough to see Hardie's work at the Society of Illustrators back in November, but I will be searching in earnest to find an example of Fedor's work in a gallery or museum. Sorry to people who know their skills... I don't hold up well next to them. I love their control and seemingly immediate styles. I know there are years of mastery behind each brush stroke, but I want to get there eventually too.