Okay, so today I’m gonna walk you through my little experiment with Kristi Kimener’s style. I saw some of her stuff online, and I was like, “Damn, that’s cool. Gotta try that.” So, here’s how it all went down.
First things first, the Prep Work: I spent a good chunk of time just soaking in her vibe. You know, scrolling through her Instagram, looking at her color palettes, the way she composes her shots. I even watched a couple of interviews she did. Basically, I wanted to get a feel for her aesthetic before I even picked up a brush (or, in my case, opened Photoshop).
Picking a Subject: I didn’t want to just copy one of her existing pieces. That felt kinda lame. So, I decided to use one of my own travel photos as a base. I had this shot of a cafe in Paris that I always liked, but it felt a little…flat. Perfect for a Kristi Kimener makeover, I thought.
Color Palette Time: This was probably the trickiest part. Kimener’s colors are so distinctive. They’re muted, but they pop at the same time, if that makes sense? I spent ages tweaking the hue and saturation in Photoshop, trying to get that same feeling. Lots of experimenting with color gradients and adjustment layers.
Breaking it Down: Kimener’s work often has this kind of deconstructed feel to it, like she’s taking a scene and pulling it apart into shapes and textures. So, I started playing with different filters and effects to simplify the image. Lots of experimenting with mosaic effects, and poster edges. Then, I started adding hand-drawn elements on top, to give it that raw, imperfect vibe.
Texture is Key: One thing I noticed about Kimener’s art is how much she uses texture. So, I started layering different textures onto the image – scanned paper, splatters, brushstrokes. I even used some textures I found online. I played around with blending modes (multiply, overlay, soft light) to get them to mesh with the underlying image.
The Finishing Touches: After a few hours of tweaking, adding, and subtracting, I finally had something that I was relatively happy with. It wasn’t a perfect copy of Kimener’s style, of course. But it definitely had some of the same vibes. I added some noise, sharpened it a bit, and called it a day.
What I Learned: This experiment was super helpful. It really pushed me to think differently about color, texture, and composition. And it made me appreciate Kimener’s work even more. It’s one thing to look at a piece of art and think, “That’s nice.” It’s another thing entirely to try and recreate it yourself. You start to notice all the little details, the subtle choices that the artist made.
Would I Do It Again? Absolutely. It was a fun way to learn and explore new creative techniques. Plus, I ended up with a pretty cool piece of art that I can hang on my wall (or, you know, post on Instagram).
- Tip: Don’t be afraid to experiment. The best way to learn is by doing.
- Tip: Look closely at the artist’s work. Pay attention to the details.
- Tip: Have fun! Art should be enjoyable.
So yeah, that’s my Kristi Kimener adventure. Hope you enjoyed it!
