Drawing from Observation for Beginners
Composition and mixed techniques 2
A course by Alvaro Arteaga , Graphic Designer and Illustrator
About the video: Composition and mixed techniques 2
Overview
“To finish, it only remains to incorporate some of the techniques learned into our composition.”
In this video lesson Alvaro Arteaga addresses the topic: Composition and mixed techniques 2, which is part of the Domestika online course: Drawing from Observation for Beginners. Learn different techniques to overcome the blank page and create a sketchbook filled with light, volume, and detail.
Partial transcription of the video
“Composition and mixed media It can happen to us sometime within our compositions and it is good that you also allow yourself that, to feel a little insecure Regarding the way you want it to be quite similar and there you can go back to the graphite pencil to be able to sketch quickly and control in this first stage, that you could be wrong, without rubber, you could even correct some mistake, translate what you are seeing in your referent into this composition. Always remember, when you do something, do it consciously regarding size. If we talk about wanting to make a big drawing, keep an e...”
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Course summary for: Drawing from Observation for Beginners
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Areas
Drawing, Ink Illustration, Pencil Drawing, Sketchbook, Sketching
Alvaro Arteaga
A course by Alvaro Arteaga
Alvaro Arteaga, better known as Alvarejo, is a graphic designer with a passion for illustration. After studying graphic design at the University of Chile, he began to professionally promote his illustrations on Threadless, which provided him with a platform to showcase his art and quickly led to commissioned work. Since then, he's been collaborating with brands in advertising, publishing, and other similar fields.
Over a decade ago, Alvaro discovered that he was also passionate about helping others overcome their fear of the blank page and started teaching illustration, drawing, and design at the University of Santiago, Chile. Throughout his career, he has worked on packaging, publishing, and advertising projects for companies like Puma, Converse, Jeep, and Nestlé.
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