Digital Illustration with Japanese Ink Techniques

Digital Illustration with Japanese Ink Techniques

“Congratulations! You have reached the end of this Domestika course. Thank you so much for taking part and I hope you've enjoyed it. It's now time to work on your project. This could mean finishing the illustration you started by completing the course tasks or making a brand new project! Either way, I strongly suggest you take the time to gather inspiration and make a unique project of your own. Make sure to keep track of your progress with different pictures of each step. It'd be great if you could also explain the choices you've made along the way and tell us if you have any doubts. This will help me guide you better if you need advice. Here are the main steps to follow: Reflection First, I want you to reconnect with who you are. Write a short letter to your younger self. You can talk to yourself about a memorable moment in the past, and how it has been significant in your journey. Then, write another short letter to yourself today. Please try to validate yourself and acknowledge your self-worth! Word Associations Pick up some words from your writings and develop a word/visual association board based on them. Relax and don’t think too much! Throw whatever comes to mind into the mix!

The Sketch Work on a rough drawing based on the association you have developed. Think of composition! The Inking Stage Draw them on paper using ink. Adding Color Scan the drawing and add color in Photoshop. Think of a mood when you color to inspire the choices you make. And that's all! I can't wait to see the project you come up with, so don't forget to share it in the forum. You can do so by clicking on "Create your project". I strongly encourage you to print out your illustration and also share it online, following the advice I shared in the previous unit. I will be more than happy to answer any of the questions you might have along the way! I will try to get back to you as soon as possible. In the meantime, participate in the forum, comment on others' work, and interact with the community! See you there.”

Partial transcription of the video

“ Final Project Thank you all for taking my course and dedicating your time to my process. All of your experience matters. Don't shy away from all the aspects of life. It's all about adding your own flavor to your illustration. Enjoy the traditional process. Materials have their own personality, just like your hands and mind have their own tendencies. Get to know the paper, its smell, how it feels, and the richness of the ink. Feel comfortable mixing the traditional with the digital techniques. It's all there to support you and articulate your visual voice. My creative process is based on m...”

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Course summary for: Digital Illustration with Japanese Ink Techniques

• Level: Beginner
• 100% positive reviews (33)
• 1529 students
• 4 units
• 19 lessons (3h 38m)
• 4 downloads

• Category

  Illustration

• Software

  Adobe Photoshop

• Areas

  Digital Illustration, Drawing, Ink Illustration