Designing my own concept through the years (2021-2025)
One of my favorite parts of new super hero movies is getting a fresh take: new costume, symbol, score, style, just an overall new world.
- I love the classic home made aesthetic of the 1978 costume with it’s unique “S”
- the modern rendition from Returns with it’s refined look
- the alien inspired body suit from the Snyderverse
- and now the New 52 inspired costume with the Kingdom Come emblem for the DCU
Ever since I was a kid I’ve enjoyed creating my own concepts, and in this case trying to design an iconic (yet still alien) “S” to go along with a classic/modern take on the suit (you will notice some symbols are more abstract and others more ornate, on the third slide there may be 24 color options but really only 8 design variations). I have been working on designing my own concept for a few years, slowly and gradually building on what started out as nothing more than just A Symbol for Hope back in 2021 (on slide 4), which has now become a full costume design 4 years later.
My goal has always been to blend the alien nature of Krypton with the homegrown vibe of Earth - did I manage my goal? - has anyone ever mastered this balance, and if so - who would you say did it best? (in comic or film) - what’s your dream design for Big Blue?