Sunday, May 20, 2012

Viking's Stadium

I've finally finished my storyboards depicting opening day for the new Minnesota Vikings Stadium! I say finally, because I've been toying around with sketches of a Vikings stadium, resembling a Vikings Ship, for about 3-4 years now. After scrapping the idea several times I revived the concept again this winter. Only, instead of straight up architectural renderings I would show the different stadium views in sequence, something I'm a little more familiar with. Plus, I get a portfolio piece for my sequential work.
Most people would likely be coming towards the game from the other side west of the field, but this angle effectively shows the "front" while getting an idea of what the stadium would look like against the Minneapolis skyline.

This model does not feature it, but for those afraid of the outdoor elements the panels between the "oars" could elevate and meet overhead making a roof. Why not?
Like every significant fortress/stadium a moat is needed. During winter months an ice rink would be appropriate.