3D treasure Chest: Initial ideas

After unwrapping the UVW, I started the texturing process by making mood boards with pictures that could act as inspiration for my design.

The first mood board for the overall design.

The idea I have for my box is more of a shiny new jewelry box rather than an old treasure chest, holding stars and gems inside with its protector as a cute cat. I gathered pictures I wanted to use as a reference to use in my work. The first mood board I did was an overall idea of the box which includes pictures for; style use, colouring style, colour pallet, and photographic references of real boxes close to my design. The mood board also included a small sketch of the animals I planned to put in.

Artist use as style reference

- https://www.artstation.com/artwork/1n3eK2

- https://www.behance.net/gallery/73094873/Alchemy-Trunk-(2018)?tracking_source=for_you_recommendations

Second mood board for colour and texture.

The second mood board I made was to be more specific on the colour of the box and the material that is going to be used in the box. I found texture references for shiny metals and ceramic, which I am not sure if I could pull it off when I paint but I have high hopes.

First sketch for the chest before making the board.