Previsualization…A necessary step

Venturing into the 3D animation world, I soon realized that detailed sketches needed to be rendered in 2D prior to the modeling process.  I have also learned the importance of matte painting and how to use this art in the film realm.  Of course, precious compositing skills are necessary to bring the vision to life.  These preliminary designs presented below are some of my first attempts. Sincerely, what am I thinking, I should really go back to photography.