May 2016 Challenge: Blackdust Anchors

[Greg]

Okay, well, I wasn't sure if I'd enter this one or not, as I have a lot of work going on at the moment, but little over a week in and here I am.

Anyway, I haven't actually spent too long doing it so far, but have been messing around a little and am pretty pleased with how things are turning out. I was originally going to do a black and white map, but got a little carried away. I still want to keep things fairly simple, but the new style is definitely one I'm happy with.

I've still yet to add all the trade symbols, do a border, trade times, or add the dangers themselves (although I do have some danger zones). I will probably have a break from working on this for now and get back to Uni work (and also the Lite Challenge ), but any feedback would be appreciated.

### Latest WIP ###
Travel routes test.jpg

Oh, and done entirely on Photoshop.

[Tonnichiwa]

I love the way this looks. The texture in the background is great! And of course your color blending make it seem like a real map. Fantastic work so far.

[Diamond]

This is really great! The trade good symbols are excellent, and the overall feel of it is just spot on.

[tilt]

Who can pass up a good challenge? Looking good, especially like the small trade goods symbols

[ChickPea]

Looks great, GLS! I like this a lot.

[Josiah VE]

Super nice start! I see you're liking those ink brushes.

[Ilanthar]

Nice map GLS! Excellent idea and I love those resources icons.

[ravells]

I love the textures! Really well done so far.

[Greg]

Thanks for all the great and encouraging words everyone!

I'm pretty pushed at the moment, but I'll try to get another update done by the end of next week.

[arsheesh]

Off to a solid start. Presentation of information here is simple and clear, and the map is attractive.

Cheers,
-Arsheesh