Creating a colorful and conceptual illustrative poster design
Refining the Idea 1
A course by Dan Stiles , Designer and illustrator
About the video: Refining the Idea 1
Overview
“Now you'll learn how to distill your best ideas into prototypes. First, you'll learn how to outline the design. ”
In this video lesson Dan Stiles addresses the topic: Refining the Idea 1, which is part of the Domestika online course: Creating a colorful and conceptual illustrative poster design. Start creating illustrative posters that are not just visually arresting, but also packed with meaning and impact..
Partial transcription of the video
“In our last lesson, we summarized our symbols into a concept. In this lesson, we're going to jump into Illustrator and take that concept and refine it. Let's go. Now we're ready for step five, which is refine. It's time to take your best ideas and distill them. If you're comfortable with computers, this stage really benefits from digital tools. What we're going to do is we're going to take your roughs and we're going to build tighter prototypes. They don't need to be final, but they do need to be a clear representation of the idea. That way, all the parts that you've glossed over will come ...”
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Course summary for: Creating a colorful and conceptual illustrative poster design
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Category
Design, Illustration -
Software
Adobe Illustrator -
Areas
Digital Illustration, Graphic Design, Poster Design
Dan Stiles
A course by Dan Stiles
Dan Stiles is a highly accomplished designer and illustrator based in Portland, Oregon. With a diverse portfolio that spans posters, packaging, editorial work, pattern design, and book covers, Dan's unique style and storytelling abilities have made him a sought-after artist in the industry.
Having honed his skills through his immersion in the world of punk and his self-taught journey into screen printing, Dan brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his craft. His work for bands such as Arctic Monkeys, The Black Keys, and Sonic Youth has garnered him recognition and established him as a prominent figure in the field.
With a focus on the importance of concepts and storytelling, Dan's approach to design emphasizes the power of translating ideas into impactful visuals. In this course, he shares his knowledge, techniques, and passion, empowering you to develop your creative skills and craft visually compelling posters.
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