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Skillshare

Sketching for Surface Designers & Illustrators

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Overview

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Three years ago, I had a realization that the act of sketching was directly responsible for the improvement in my pattern and illustration skills. So I switched from doodling on occasion for fun to utilizing it regularly as a tool to hone my design style, and that’s when I really started to notice a huge improvement in my work.

The class was designed specifically with surface designers and illustrators in mind. It gives you an overview of sketching as a creative practice and how to utilize it to progress your skills, develop your style, and build your creative confidence. During class we'll discuss:

  • my favorite sketching art supplies
  • ways to tackle the 3 most common sketching issues
  • beginner tips for drawing flowers, animals, faces, and lettering
  • two methods to help you find your signature style
  • plus best practices for sketching with the final art in mind

If you're just starting out in your career as a surface designer and illustrator, this class is for you. Or if you've been designing for a few years, but still lack confidence in your sketching abilities, my hope is that this class will give you a fresh perspective and motivation to grow as an artist!

Syllabus

  • Introduction
  • Sketching Versus Drawing
  • Sketching Supplies
  • Tips for 3 Common Sketching Issues
  • How to Sketch: Flowers
  • How to Sketch: Animals
  • How to Sketch: Faces
  • How to Sketch: Hand Lettering
  • Creating a Sketching Habit
  • Final Thoughts + Your Assignment

Taught by

Shannon McNab

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