How to reinvent a classic mythological character

jakob medusa redesign

Jakob uses the formiddable mythological gorgon, Medusa, as his inspiration – giving her a new look entirely

I chose Medusa for this task and before I start drawing I always do some research. This stage is crucial, because you need to get to know your subject. What are its most important features? How was it drawn hundreds of years ago? How is it depicted in recent illustrations, films or video games?

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