Okay, so today I got this idea to make an icon, specifically one of Ada Wong. You know, from the Resident Evil series? Always thought she had a cool look.
Getting Started
First up, I needed some inspiration. So, I just started searching online. Pulled up a bunch of images of Ada. Lots of them. Game screenshots, official artwork, even some cool fan stuff. I really wanted to capture her vibe, especially that signature red dress and her hairstyle. Those are key, right?
Sketching and Designing
Then, I opened up my go-to graphics software. It’s nothing super high-tech, just the program I know best. I began by sketching out some really basic shapes. I was thinking, let’s keep this simple. Icons gotta be clear, especially when they’re small. So, a minimalist style felt like the way to go.
I messed around with a few poses at first. Thought about something dynamic, like an action pose, but it just looked cluttered for an icon. Too much going on. So, I decided a headshot or maybe shoulders-up would be better. Focused on getting her face shape and that distinctive haircut right. That hair took a few attempts, not gonna lie.
Color and Details (The Hard Part)
Next came the color. Obviously, had to get that iconic red in there. Finding the perfect shade? Took some time. Clicked around the color picker for ages, trying to get it just right. Not too bright, not too dark.
The real challenge, though, was making sure it still looked like Ada when scaled down really small. That’s the whole point of an icon, after all. Details get lost super quick. I had to:
- Simplify the shapes a lot.
- Focus only on the most recognizable features.
- Make sure the silhouette was distinct.
I even thought about adding her sunglasses, she wears them sometimes. But decided against it. Wanted to keep it clean and immediately readable.
Finishing Touches
Once I had the basic design down, I started refining things. Played with the line thickness a bit. Made some outlines bolder to help define the shape, especially around her hair and face. Tweaked the colors again, just minor adjustments, to make sure they contrasted well.
I kept zooming in and out. Looked at it really tiny, then blew it up large. This back-and-forth helps catch awkward spots. Just nudging pixels here and there until it felt right.
End Result
And that’s pretty much it! After all that fiddling, I got an Ada Wong icon I’m quite pleased with. It’s simple, it’s definitely red, and I think it captures her essence well enough for a little icon. A good way to spend the afternoon, honestly. Turned out pretty neat.
