In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: These small, un-detailed sketches--only a square inch or two in size--will allow you to trace out the visual flow of the whole book. There's no need to erase or revise these; just quickly draw and let your ideas flow. Focus on landscape design, focal points, and general scene layout. Focus on character development, exploring a range of potential expressions, postures, and moods for each character you intend to illustrate. You can use these as references throughout the whole illustration process. For example, if your main character begins the book in a sad state and ends happy, try drawing him or her in both poles of emotion, developing intermediate expressions in between. Each illustration you produce will eventually cover one or two pages of a physical book, so it's important to match the dimensions of your sketch with those of your final product. Try creating a precise grid with a pencil and a ruler on your sketch paper before sketching your scenes. If your illustrations cover two pages, make sure to mark the area occupied by the spine of the book, and avoid sketching important details in this space. Make sure to determine where the author intends to place the text on each page. Mark these areas with a grid, and avoid sketching over them with details. Your illustrations should seamlessly follow the plot of the book as printed on each page. Try to capture details portrayed in the story, and look for ways to subtly foreshadow events in coming pages with your images. Make sure each of your characters are easily identifiable across the entire book. Check for consistent clothing, coloration, and expressions. If characters are hard for children to identify across multiple spreads, they may struggle to follow the plot of the book. If you are illustrating for a client, be sure and run your sketches by them before proceeding. At this stage, images are relatively easy to alter or replace, and it is important to have the author's full approval and feedback before you move on to painting. Using your study sketches for reference, resize your images to their target size and add any extra details--objects, textures, or scenery--you want to put in the illustration. To scale accurately, try creating a measured grid over your study sketches, and simply reproduce them one quadrant at a time in a larger grid scaled to your final dimensions.
Summary: Draw thumbnail sketches of the book. Draw some study sketches of your story. Create a sketching template. Work with the text. Check for consistency. Share your sketches with your client. Prepare final sketches of each spread.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: The most common and traditional Oxfords usually come in a neutral colorlike black, brown, or beige. A neutral color is a great choice if you want to wear your shoes with a variety of outfits. You can dress a neutral color up or down. You can wear neutral-colored Oxfords with a suit or a casual outfitlike a sweater and jeans. Get a pair of Oxfords with a slightly round toe for a cleaner look. Oxfords don't just come in neutral colors. You can also find them in bright colors, like turquoise, or with multiple colors. Colorful Oxfords are a great choice if you like to mix traditional and modern styles. You can put the focus on your colorful shoes by wearing them with a solid-colored outfitlike a black shirt and pants. Metallic Oxfords are fun and give an edgy element to your look. You can find metallic Oxfords in gold, rose gold, or silver. Pair these Oxfords with a simple outfit to add something special to your style. Or, wear them with an already edgy outfit to take your look to the next level. A simple outfit could consist of a pair of black pants and a gray cardigan over a white button-down shirt. An edgy outfit could be a leather skirt or pants with a metallic top. Oxfords are traditionally fairly flat shoes with a slight heel, but they can also be found in a platform style. Platform Oxfords are great for adding height and edge to your look. They can be worn with a variety of outfits, but this type of Oxford probably wouldn't work for formal attire. You can pair platform Oxfords with jeans and a T-shirt or a mini skirt and sweater.
Summary: Choose a pair in a neutral color. Pick a colorful pair for a fun style. Liven up the look with metallic Oxfords. Go for an untraditional look with platform Oxfords.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Doc Marten shoes will work for an everyday business look. Pick a neutral pair, like navy or brown, that complements your suit. You could even pick a colored pair, like forest green, to match your tie or blouse so long as your workplace doesn't have a strict dress code. Neon Doc Martens, as well as colored pairs, like the iconic burgundy, deserve to be shown off. Wear tight-fitting cropped pants or roll up the cuffs so that your boots will be the star of the show. Add a neutral top and a close-fitting jacket to complete the look. Doc Martens look great paired with tights and a dress or skirt. Choose a neutral or solid dress or skirt to ensure your shoes are the focal point of your outfit. For example, wear floral Docs with a black dress and sheer tights. Add a jacket in a complementary color, like pink or yellow, to tie the outfit together. Pick slim-fitting trousers to go with your favorite Docs. Add a patterned dress shirt for a professional yet laid-back vibe. Top off the look with a suede jacket and sunglasses.
Summary:
Add Doc Marten shoes to your business suit. Wear cropped pants to show off colored boots. Select patterned Doc Martens to wear with a dress or skirt. Pair trousers with Doc Martens for work.