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Vector Illustration: Design a Magical Scene with Shape, Colour, & Shading

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Overview

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Learn how to create a magical illustration from sketch to final design.
I take you through the process of creating your own custom illustration.

We will go through finding ideas, sketching, shape building, shading and texturing.

Key lessons include:  

  • Adobe Illustrator Tips and tricks
  • Techniques to make your illustration stand out
  • Using shape, colour and texture
  • Concept to finished artwork

All you need is adobe illustrator cs5, cs6 or CC (Free Trial), a pencil, paper and your imagination.

By the end of this class, you’ll have some inspiration and the techniques to make your own cool illustration!

Students of all levels are welcome to experiment and submit projects. A working knowledge of Illustrator will be helpful.

Syllabus

  • Introduction
  • Researching ideas
  • Sketching
  • Layers & guides
  • Using the Pen Tool
  • Shape building
  • Adding colour
  • Shading & adding detail
  • Finishing touches
  • Post your project

Taught by

Jeremy Mura

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