Parker from ZE:SH
Here is the initial sketch of Parker as he was seen when he is first introduced in Part 1. What are your thoughts? Do you have any suggestions to make him look more authentic?
For my visually impaired readers: The sketch shows Parker standing with his hands in his pockets. He wears a hooded sweatshirt with the hood up, a thick chain necklace, and dark sunglasses. His hair is short on the sides and longer on top, with a slight wave. He has a watch on his left wrist and casual pants.
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I always got a very Clark Kent vibe from the guy and while I can totally go with this I have to agree with everyone else here in that it definitely is a bit of a surprise to see him with a look straight out of 8 mile lol
I'll preface by saying the art is good and the rendering is an attractive guy. The problem is I see Parker as a sweater vested dweeb more akin to young Alec Mapa; still somebody's type, but certainly not a rugged casual wear stud with shades and chains. The best visual reference for clothing I can give is Blaine from Glee, that's Parker to me. Not full-blown Kurt Hummel, but no chance of passing despite how plain he is. The glasses would feel more right if they were rimless rectangles. But that's just my interpretation.
Just to echo some of the other comments here, I do think he looks a little younger and more fashion conscious than I imagined. Definitely pictured blander attire that wouldn’t be out of place in a more formal work environment. Subdued, professional, and functional. Less statement piece chain and more pocket protector.
The way I imagined Parker was: middle-aged, 5'10, skinny with a receding hairline and glasses. Would probably wear polo shirts. Honestly, in the sketch he looks more like a wanna-be soundcloud rapper and/or drug dealer than a mild-mannered museum worker.
I always saw him as older like in his 30s and a little nerdy since he worked in a museum.
That looks exactly how I imagined him