Midterm: Sky Cities

Using all of the techniques that were introduced in the Sky Islands project, seek out source material - and edit it as needed- to create content for this scene that shows signs of habitation on these floating forests. Buildings and other man-made structure will be central to whatever universe you choose to develop. The Sky Cities you create can be either modern, futuristic, rustic, or ancient in theme. Pay attention to scale - the scene shown above uses a scale that suggests the islands are very large, but not massive. What if the size of the "hero" foreground island was a mile across? What if it was 30 feet? Pick a scale and stick with it. What other elements might you introduce? What about small details such as staircases and public spaces? People? Is there an ironic or comedic spin to the scene? Ecological commentary? Employ naming conventions and layer management that echoes that used in the tutorial.

Rename the scene and DO NOT overwrite your original Sky Island project. Remember this is the MIDTERM. Don't just do the assignment.... KILL the assignment.

Save as a JPG and email to instructor and be prepared to open your PSD to discuss your approach to satisfying this assignment.