The more Osborne listened, the smile on his face grew.
“I may not be able to find the seller.”
He patted Schubert on the shoulder and said softly, “But I can give you a better gift than an oil painting. , an endless gold mine."
"Gold mine"
Schubert didn't quite understand.
"Schubert, you should have heard about the conflict between me and Director Charlie." Osborne lit a cigarette and took a leisurely puff, "It's a matter of the Little Prince project team. "
"I heard some rumors, but I don't know if they are related to any specific project. Is it the Little Prince?"
Schubert was worried again, and he was a little reluctant to talk about it. topic.
He is still confused about Vice President Osborne’s purpose.
However, Schubert did not know the specific details of Charlie's quarrel with Osborne.
No matter what,
Such a big project cannot fall into his hands. What does it have to do with him, a lonely man, if he inquires or not?
"This painting is the proof submitted by the illustrator I chose. Director Charlie said that the art department would block her during the review."
"This painting is the proof of the little prince"< /p>
Schubert glanced at the computer screen, a trace of astonishment flashed across his face.
With such a level of knife control, he subconsciously thought it was the work of a handful of famous masters. Unexpectedly, it was just an ordinary trial illustration sample.
This kind of wonderful color expression can be called art. He even felt that it was overkill in the field of illustration.
However,
frightened by Director Charlie’s power, Schubert would not express his opinions indiscriminately.
"He is so confused that he really thinks that the art department is his alone." Osborne said solemnly, "Such an excellent artist. He is not even prepared to submit a draft. This is dereliction of duty."
Schubert pretended not to hear and lowered his head, unwilling to answer.
"I can't be the master."
He responded dryly.
Schubert could hear Osborne’s tone trying to win over him. Unfortunately, he really didn't have the courage to challenge the director's authority.
"Of course you do. You are the second-in-command in the entire art department, but it is just a small illustration. What does it matter if you sign an approval approval in the internal system?"
Osborne seemed not to notice Schubert's evasion at all, and pressed forward step by step.
Schubert said nothing, just shook his head.
He does have this right, but doing so is tantamount to rebellion.
Rebellion requires capital. The entire art department is staffed by Director Charlie. Schubert doesn’t think he can outperform others.
He can still live like a transparent person, and the director just ignores him.
If the rebellion fails, you will become a traitor.
Haha, even if he just wants to get by with his basic salary safely, there is no chance.
If President Osborne was standing behind him
He raised his head slightly and glanced at Osborne, and found that the other person was staring at him with an unpredictable expression, and immediately averted his eyes.
"There is not much hope."
Schubert immediately suppressed the unwanted thoughts in his mind.
Director Charlie is very well-connected among high-end illustrators. Take his "royal" high-end studio Wehrlein Studio as an example.
I have won numerous illustration and visual advertising design awards, large and small.
Some illustration awards are relatively low-key, but it is an indisputable fact that every work of Wehrlein Studio can be maintained above the standard of excellence, and there are almost no cases of overturning that have received negative comments from readers. .
This kind of stability is valuable.
He wants people but no one, and wants projects but no projects. Even if a senior executive speaks for him in the board of directors, he can't make a difference.
Unless
he has a better direct painter.
"You want projects, I will give you projects. You want people, a huge art department, hundreds of painters and employees, there are always some young people who are eager for opportunities. As for high-end painters, this detective cat is no better than Wehrlein Studio My level is not good. For future cooperation, I will leave it to you to follow the Detective Cat line. As long as the work is established and no trouble occurs, I can do a few more projects and push Charlie away. At least I will be better off than I am now. ."
Osborne's tone was seductive.
"Director Schubert, you are already fifty-five years old this year, right?"
"Fifty-three years old. The group I came to when I was twenty-three years old is exactly thirty years old this year." Years."
"If you retire at sixty-three, you still have ten years. If you retire at seventy-five, you still have twenty-two years of great time. Are you going to spend twenty years playing darts in the office?"
Schubert frowned and stared at the illustrations on the computer screen, his face uncertain.
At the age of 75, only the art director who determines the artistic soul of the group can reach this age.
Deputy directors generally go home to retire when they are over sixty.
The implications of Osborne’s words are self-evident.
"If her oil painting, watercolor or even gouache painting could reach this level, I would dare to give it a try." Schubert sighed.
When the words were clear,
he let go.
Schubert shook his head helplessly and said, "She may really be a genius, but the limitations of drawing and painting are too great. It's not that I don't think highly of her, it's just that"
"The limitations are too great. You can choose a suitable project for her, as long as she is a genius, our industry should believe in the ability of genius to create miracles, right?"
Osborne said solemnly, "Ann. When De Warhol was kicked out of Harper's Bazaar, no one thought highly of him.When J.K. Rowling was originally signed, the editorial department thought that the market would not be interested in childish adult fairy tales. When Lagerfeld came to Chanel, no one believed he could revive the brand, which was on the verge of bankruptcy. These geniuses have all created billions or even tens of billions of dollars in economic benefits. ”
“When you cooperate with a well-known studio like Wehrlein, all you can do is add icing on the cake. And if you can train an unknown but talented detective cat to become the next Wehrlein Studio, or even the next Van Dorn, the next Jane Arnold, the next Andy Warhol. Director Schubert, you will forever be a part of this story. "
Schubert was silent, silent, always silent.
His face turned blue and white for a while, and he clenched his hands tightly, not knowing what he was thinking.
“Besides, if you want to become an art director, the stock options allocated to you will be several times your current income. "
Osborne blew out a smoke ring and said lightly.
This sentence seemed to be the last straw that broke the camel's back.
Shu Burt finally gave in.
"Okay, Osborne, I'm yours. "
The blood vessels in the corners of the deputy art director's eyes beat slightly, as if he had made some kind of determination.
"Let me tell you in advance that I don't actually care that much about money, options, stocks, etc. That's it. I'm already considered a company manager. Even if I don't have much daily salary, my basic salary is not low. "
Schubert forced a smile and stared at the illustration on the computer screen.
"It was this painting that moved me. ”
“The painting is so beautiful. "He touched the computer screen with his hand and licked the corners of his mouth. "Go to the top. ”
“I really am not willing to throw darts in the office until I retire. You are right in saying that the creator of this painting is indeed a genius. Perhaps her chance of becoming the next Andy Warhol is lower than being struck by lightning, but there is always something to look forward to in life, right?"
He let out a long breath
No matter how cowardly Schubert is, he still has some ambition in his heart.
>Osborne hoped that Detective Cat could become the next Andy Warhol, and how could Schubert not hope that he would become the next Galeries Lafayette, a unique art director with a discerning eye who created an era
< p>"3, 2, 1, submitted. ”In front of them, the fat assistant submitted the sample of Detective Cat to the art department in the background of the system.
Schubert entered his account password and pressed the F5 refresh key. , found the approval task sent by the Little Prince project team in the system, and immediately removed the file with the authority of the deputy director.
The painter's performance was excellent, the use of colors was innovative, and the contrast between light and dark was unified and harmonious. It is judged that it meets the requirements of the Little Prince project and the manuscript is approved.
Schubert is here.The terminal on the taskbar is stamped with its own electronic signature.
Taking a final deep breath, under Osborne’s gaze, he pressed Enter with a trembling hand.
Then he slowly leaned back on the chair.
Schubert knew that with his "little boy" behavior, his fate was now tied to the detective cat and President Osborne, and there was no way out.
"Boss, it's up to you to protect me." Schubert didn't know if he would regret this in the future.
"It's a pleasure to cooperate."
Osborne's face remained calm, but he was also very happy in his heart.
Be able to insert a chess piece that is loyal to you in the monolithic art department.
This is also a great help to him as a vice president.
This detective cat recommended by Anna is really amazing.
Osborne thought silently.
When Gu Weijing came back from the orphanage on Saturday night, he saw a payment reminder on his phone from the blond guy from Schonbrunn Office.
Detective Cat Ms.
Your first contract advance payment totaling 36,000 has been transferred to your designated account. Sincerely, Personal Financial Advisor Dyson Lyon.
“36,000”
Gu Weijing was stunned for a moment.
Mr. Sloth mentioned the details of the Schostic Group contract to himself, but when he saw with his own eyes such a large sum of money was transferred into his account.
Gu Weijing still has some unreal hallucinations.
He repeatedly confirmed that he did not read more than one digit, and that the unit of the money was US dollars, not Myanmar currency or anything like that.
I found that there was indeed a high-value transfer in my newly opened international account.
Even though Gu Weijing is not a person who values money very seriously, he is still a little confused.
“This is the first amount of money.”
He asked his new agent, Mr. Sloth, “I haven’t officially submitted the manuscript yet.”
"I obtained an advance payment of 24 for you. The contract includes dozens of complex illustrations, and the cover painting alone accounts for 25,000 US dollars. The average price of each remaining illustration is not high."
Mr. Sloth replied, "I should have sent a copy of the contract to your mailbox. You can take a good look at it. Schostic Group hopes that you can submit it as soon as possible. If you can before March 10th, , if you can submit all your illustrations, you will get a bonus of about US$9,000."
Gu Weijing finally understood why online illustrations are often looked down upon by serious illustrators.
Compared with real high-end commissions, the income is indeed far behind.
This kind of large group can draw a little bit of rain from the cracks of their fingers, which can surpass most Internet painters for more than ten years.
"Don't worry, I will submit the manuscript on time."
Gu Weijing calculated that the sum of the money would be enough for him to reach the second level of his career in several skills. .
This is crucial for the upcoming Singapore Art Exhibition.
"Don't worry, I've looked at your previous painting over and over again in the past few days, and I found areas that can be improved." Mr. Sloth stopped Gu Weijing from writing immediately.
"Is there any problem?"
Gu Weijing was confused.
His knife painting is legendary, and he is generally satisfied with the painting process of that painting.
There shouldn't be any problems.
Mr. Sloth also spoke highly of this work before
“It’s not that there’s anything wrong with the painting, it’s just that I think you can do better. The artistry of this painting is sufficient But I don’t want you to just stop there. This painting is beautiful, but not thoughtful enough.”
“What you mean is that it doesn’t have enough heart and feelings, and there is no understanding in the painting.”< /p>
Gu Weijing probably understood what Mr. Sloth meant.
If there is any weak point in this illustration, it is the emotion.
"It's not your understanding, it's the understanding of the original author. You haven't reached the depths of the world of the little prince yet." Mr. Sloth reminded.
People say that there are a thousand different lives in the book.
Gu Weijing has also tried to empathize with the characters in the book. Unfortunately, he is not the kind of literary young man who has deep feelings for fairy tales in a fresh style.
Compared to fairy tale masters and literary giants like Saint-Exupéry, his understanding of the characters and works in the books is far from profound.
Without systematic help,
at best, he is just a high school student trying to understand Chinese language. It is really difficult to capture the fleeting and profound connotation between the lines.
Of course Gu Weijing wanted to paint something more profound.
Not only does he draw better illustrations, but he also has an important task stuck.
The current task content is to complete one hundred character line drawings with different themes. Note that more than 20 works need to be rated as "feeling in the heart"
Current task progress
Character line drawing 81100
"feeling in the heart" 520
Current task progress
p>
Gu Weijing’s task of drawing a total of 100 line sketches is almost completed this week, but he still feels stuck at the number 5.
It is far from the requirement of 20 photos.
He once tried to draw portraits and profiles of the characters in The Little Prince, but it seemed that his understanding of the elusive fairy tale characters was always unclear.
There are very few that can achieve the rating of simple works, and most of them are even careless.
"Have you seen the Little Prince? Do you like the Little Prince?" Mr. Sloth asked.
"I just flipped through it. I don't have any feelings about it. I can't say whether I like it or not."
Gu Weijing answered honestly.
"It's okay, just in time, Ms. Detective Cat, let me teach you a lesson."
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