Sketchbook Illustration with Colored Pencils
A course by Zoë Barker , Illustrator
Improve your observational drawing skills by developing a consistent habit of sketching with colored pencils
Drawing is an honest, immediate, and raw form of creativity, and a sketchbook is a great place to start. For Zoë Barker, an illustrator whose clients include Harrods, Cartier, and The Telegraph, drawing with colored pencils in a personal sketchbook enabled her to rediscover her love for the art form and express herself in a personal way.
In this course, she teaches how to use colored pencils to achieve various effects like texture, color, and atmosphere. Explore what you can achieve with just line work and understand the benefits of keeping a sketchbook. Embrace drawing as play and watch yourself grow as an illustrator.
What will you learn in this online course?
20 lessons & 16 downloads
- 98% positive reviews (396)
- 9,534 students
- 20 lessons (4h 50m)
- 16 additional resources (8 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English, Spanish (Latam), French, Italian, Portuguese, Turkish
- English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Draw an atmospheric scene with buildings and people from scratch using colored pencils.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course is for anyone who wants to improve their drawing skills and start their own sketchbook.
Requirements and materials
No previous experience is required.
In terms of equipment, you will need a sketchbook, colored pencils, a smartphone, and other materials specified by the teacher in the course.
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Zoë Barker
A course by Zoë Barker
Illustrator Zoë Barker has loved drawing from a young age. After studying fine art at Kingston University, she decided to pursue a career in illustration, working across editorial, advertising, and publishing. She took a break in 2011 to focus on personal projects and rediscover her love for the art form.
This period of reflection led her to realize the importance of keeping a sketchbook and finding joy in creating something that nobody else might ever see. For her, drawing can be an exploration and a form of therapy, as well as a hobby. Over a career spanning 15 years, taking her from London to Norwich, she has illustrated for clients like Harrods, Cartier, Liberty of London, and The Telegraph. She also illustrated the children’s book Feast Your Eyes On Food and showcases her work on her website and social media.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
Why Keep a Sketchbook
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Importance of Keeping a Sketchbook 1
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Importance of Keeping a Sketchbook 2
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Materials and Basic Technique 1
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Materials and Basic Technique 2
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Blending Colour
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Timed Exercises
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U3
Observational Drawing Techniques
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Object 1
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Object 2
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Street 1
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Street 2
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People 1
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People 2
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Bringing It All Together 1
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Bringing It All Together 2
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Bringing It All Together 3
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U4
Sharing and Connecting
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Sharing Your Work on Social Media 1
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Sharing Your Work on Social Media 2
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Creating Routine and Healthy Habits
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FP
Final project
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Sketchbook Illustration with Colored Pencils
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Se ve muy prometedor, ya dibujo en grafito, quiero mejorar mi dibujo a color.
Thoughtful and great tips for coloured pencils and daily sketchbooking. The teacher has an easy manner which translates well to the lessons. Look forward to finishing the course!
This course was super interesting and informative. It has many varied methods of teaching, which made it fun and multi-faceted. The teacher is very knowledgeable and talented. I really enjoyed it and would definitely take another course again from her!
Me encantó el curso, muy motivador. Zoe es una hermosa artista. Me permitió salir a la calle y ver a mi barrio con otros ojos.
Excelente! me dio las bases para comenzar con un sketchbook con objetos y paisajes, cuida mucho los detalles y ver el proceso es el mejor ejemplo. Si ya haz tomado clases de dibujo, este curso resume bien como puedes hacerlo con pocos recursos o en la calle.