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Online Portfolio for Children’s Book Illustrators

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Overview

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Learn the fundamentals of children’s book illustration to create a playful portfolio ready to share with editors and art directors
  • Introduction
  • Tools for a Children’s Illustration Portfolio
  • Creating Illustrations for Your Portfolio
  • Presenting Your Portfolio
  • Final project
Starting a new career in illustration can be a daunting task, but with the help of celebrated illustrators like Marissa Valdez, the first step is made easier. With books like Ambitious Girl which was a #1 New York Times Bestseller under her belt, Marissa has valuable insight in the illustration industry.

In this online course, Marissa walks you through the process of creating a vibrant online portfolio to kickstart your career as an illustrator. Learn how to give shape to a colorful story that inspires young readers, and how to bring compelling characters to life.

Syllabus

  • About Me
  • Influences
  • Materials and Tools
  • Elements of a Portfolio 1
  • Elements of a Portfolio 2
  • Characters, Setting, and Storytelling 1
  • Characters, Setting, and Storytelling 2
  • Creating a Character 1
  • Creating a Character 2
  • Creating a Character 3
  • Creating the Setting
  • Creating Narrative Scenes
  • Finishing in Procreate 1
  • Finishing in Procreate 2
  • Preparing Files for Your Portfolio
  • How To Format Your Online Portfolio
  • Making a Physical Portfolio
  • Tips for Presenting Your Portfolio
  • Online Portfolio for Children’s Book Illustrators

Taught by

Marissa Valdez

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