Here’s a quick comparison between two different finishing styles applied to the same Toile scene. Both are done in classic blue on a cream background, but with distinct visual approaches:
1. Shaded Illustrative Style (left)
This version includes hand-drawn internal textures using short lines and stippling to create volume and shadow on the face, hands, and dress.
The finish is richer and closer to traditional engraved toiles, reminiscent of 18th-century French patterns.
It adds depth and has a more romantic, artisanal feel.
2. Clean Line Style (right)
This style uses fine, simplified outlines with no internal shading, similar to a clean ink drawing or vector art.
The result is more modern, crisp, and graphic, ideal if you’re going for a minimal or editorial look.
It still reads as elegant, but feels lighter and less vintage.
