The purpose of this project is to create an icon of an animal that can be easily recognized without it appearing to be an illustration. The animal I have selected is a deer: which I have felt would be a prime example of displaying the texture and depth of each feature a deer may have without appearing overly realistic.
The deer has been seen as a representation of spiritual superiority. The antlers of a deer can grow past it's body, and in time fall off and regrow. Thus the deer can also be seen as a symbol for regeneration and personal growth. In many cultures, the deer is seen as a messenger of peace, a protector of the forest, and a symbol of purification. |