My goal for this illustration was to create a comical scene (pun intended). I was inspired by the song "Blue Velvet"; specifically Bobby Vinton's 1963 version. The song has sort if a lovey-dovey sound to it which made me think of those bizarre nerve-wracking first date moments in the case of my project is our first panel man that is trying to shake of these fears. I'm sure this feeling is well known through culture where dating occurs. I want to continue this classic slapstick and semi serious Americana feel for my project. I find myself influenced by artists like Norman Rockwell and JC Leyendecker. I feel like the only regret with this work is the excluding of a pattern on our "girl's" dress. I should seek to find a balance of details. I think I was avoiding details since that last project.