Progression Updates - Sketches and digital try out

There are wines from 4 countries involved. Therefore, I make 4 of the "M" characters to be the main characters of the animation. They are representing these 4 countries, which are France, Italy, Spain and Australia.

Here are some of the sketches of the refined idea.

This is the overview scene of where the "party" is held.
It's in a royal canopy which looks this (Refer image below), with two guards in the main entrance.

This is the table sit by the 4 kings. Each with different thrones.
The table is set to have fruits, candles, wine glasses etc etc.

A sketch showing the tracing paper layer (the character) and the background

The following image shows a tryout of the digital version of the art style that I am doing, using these images:

Image from: http://fotobg.ru/upload/img1347707312.jpg

Image from: http://images.monstermarketplace.com/party-decorations-and-wedding-favors/royal-blue-90x132-polyester-tablecloths-800x600.jpg

Image from: http://crossfitinlandvalley.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/eisch-breathable-wine-glass-1.jpg

Image from: https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEIxJer7AO5toegIO7BopF0nsmAUOkUR-WQ6UD4rLRasY-qn9rwq5hVA4JcWZTCRLHn2Eco7B_W6-ifSvHWQZeGS_XdTPdd5VySNtzUuj34wRQBJ6IMo_jfHEhptpOQsQQAKi-Gk9z9dg/s400/shabby-chic-flowers-pots-ivory-pink.jpg

The final outcome: