Here’s my take on an astronaut space monkey. Because honestly, monkeys in space is always a solid idea. This monkey looks angry about being sent into space. I just watched Project Hail Mary with my brother and my oldest son. It is a great sci-fi movie.
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Great drawing of a chimp in space. Maybe that is a really niche NASA job, designing better chimp space suits than the Russians. Cool 50s vibe to the suit. I remember that really, for me, sad movie about space apes, “Project X.” Your chimpanzee looks very determined and committed to his mission.
The 50s vibe, that was definitely part of the inspiration. I love the charm and look of retro sci-fi. I was aiming for a sense of focus and determination in the monkey’s facial expression, like he fully understands the weight of the mission he’s on.