Cylops Concept Art (Sketches & Process)

Since I've been trying to make a more Concept Art-centric portfolio, I thought I'd upload the sketches and process for this artwork.

I believe that context is extremely important when designing. I wanted the Y-Strap to at least have some context if not a full purpose.

These were really early designs when I was far younger, and my skills were barely developed

I got a bit carried away with the process and realized I was over-thinking the Y-strap details. From then on, I learned the value of streamlining and setting limits to exploration.

Ultimately, I decided I wanted the simplest shape I could do with it still having a purpose

6 years later, upon upcoming film news, I decided to impose James Marsden's face onto it, and in the process, revise the design a bit.

I used a Y-Strap design from an earlier sketch + suggested devices for cosplays

And revised the leg strap and pockets to be more functional

Ultimately, the biggest part I wanted to revise were the Gloves and Boots

The Revised 2025 design