Horror Poster

[Flynn]

Hey guys, first post here

I'm doing this project of making pixel art posters to various horror stories. They will be printed on A3 size paper. This one is "Die Obere Koje" (The Top Bunk).
Any advice on improving is greatly appreciated!

I think I need to up the contrast on the creature, which should be some kind of water corpse.



Thanks!
-Flynn

[9_6]

Yes a bit more contrast would help.
You also have a ton of colors you don't really need.
Try to reduce them by recycling them so you have an easier time adjusting the contrast.

[Flynn]

I made another one.
Needs more detailing on the ship, dont know how to do so..

[YellowLime]

You should look for reference pictures on the type of old-school ship you're making.

The wall underneath the 'windows'/portholes is too heavily shaded.
You should take into account the source of lighting (the Moon)- its direction and intensity- to have the piece be more atmospheric.
For example, the chimneys are not taking that into account

The clouds also look as if not belonging in the scene; they look as if part of a collage. You should also shade them in acknowledgement of the Moon's lightning (clouds closer to the Moon should be clearer, and those farther away would be darker)