Bix Caleen

by | Jun 5, 2025 | art, illustration

Portrait of Adria Arjona as Bix Caleen from the Disney+ series "Andor"

Tony Gilroy interpreted a magnificent Star Wars Universe that allowed the actors, like Adria Arjona, to shine throughout the series, Andor. The performance of the entire cast and crew created one of, if not THE, best interpretations of the Star Wars mythology yet. 

Alternative portrait of Adria Arjona as Bix Caleen from the Disney+ series "Andor"

The process to paint and sketch these portraits can take alternative pathways in an effort to replicate a natural media feel to the digital execution. The above work-in-progress (WIP) shows how texturing and patterned intaglio can change the personality of the portrait. 

Comparison of some of the process choices in the painting of the portrait of Adria Arjona.

This becomes more apparent with a direct comparison of the intaglio work side-by-side in this portrait of Bix Caleen. 

Alternative poster for the Disney+ series "Andor", highlighting Adria Arjona as Bix Caleen.

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