Watercolor Techniques for Graphic Design

A course by Glenn Wolk , Artist and Designer

Artist and Designer. Nueva York, United States.
Joined November 2020

Explore the spontaneity of watercolors with lettering and illustration work before polishing it in Photoshop and Illustrator to create unique designs

  • 100% positive reviews (9)
  • 382 students
  • Audio: English
  • English, Spanish, Portuguese, German, French, Italian, Polish, Dutch

Explore the spontaneity of watercolors with lettering and illustration work before polishing it in Photoshop and Illustrator to create unique designs

A course by Glenn Wolk

Creating art by hand is what gives it personality. By combining the imperfection of watercolors with digital design, Glenn Wolk has developed a unique artistic style that has led to collaborations with brands such as Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger, and New Balance. He has also designed posters and merchandise for musicians like Elton John, The Rolling Stones, Eminem, and Lady Gaga.

In this online course, learn to create original graphic designs with a hand-painted aesthetic. Glenn walks you through his process step by step, from developing the concept and capturing it on paper to digital retouching and mock-ups. Explore the best of both worlds and see where spontaneity takes you.

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What will you learn in this online course?

15 lessons & 18 downloads

Steps and Materials
4 minutes, 15 seconds
Research
3 minutes, 41 seconds
Inspiration for the Project
4 minutes, 2 seconds
Final Digital Sketch
2 minutes, 47 seconds
  • 100% positive reviews (9)
  • 382 students
  • 15 lessons (1h 38m)
  • 18 additional resources (5 files)
  • Online and at your own pace
  • Available on the app
  • Audio: English
  • English, Spanish, Portuguese, German, French, Italian, Polish, Dutch
  • Level: Beginner
  • Unlimited access forever

What is this course's project?

Design and paint a poster for a music festival using watercolors and polish it in Photoshop and Illustrator.

Who is this online course for?

Anyone interested in creating unique graphic designs by combining watercolors with digital tools.

Requirements and materials

No prior knowledge is necessary for this course, but basic notions of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator are recommended.

As for materials, you need:


    -A pencil and an eraser
    -Tracing and watercolor paper
    -Brushes and a mixing palette
    -Black and white watercolors
    -A computer with Photoshop and Illustrator

Reviews

382 Students
9 Reviews
100% Positive ratings

Glenn Wolk

A course by Glenn Wolk

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Artist and Designer

Glenn Wolk is a New York-based artist and graphic designer with a passion for music. He first studied graphic design, and then an MA in fine arts, which laid the foundation for his signature style. He started his career doing mostly commercial work, but noticed that painting began to take a more prominent role in his imagery. Inspired by the outcome, he left the firm he was at to start his own, Glenn Wolk Design, where he could give free rein to his creativity.

Known for his hand-painted style, Glenn has collaborated with brands such as Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger, Sperry Top-Sider, and New Balance. He has also designed posters and merchandise for musicians including Elton John, The Rolling Stones, Willie Nelson, The Beatles, Guns N’ Roses, Eminem, and Lady Gaga.


Content

  • U1

    Introduction

    • About Me
    • Influences
  • U2

    Materials and Research

    • Steps and Materials
    • Research
    • Inspiration for the Project
  • U3

    Creating a Design

    • Creating Sketches with General Ideas
    • Looking for the "Magical Moments"
    • Final Digital Sketch
  • U4

    Painting: Planned Spontaneity

    • Tracing the Design and Painting It with Watercolor 1
    • Tracing the Design and Painting It with Watercolor 2
    • Scanning the Artwork and Touching It Up
    • Coloring the Design
    • Using Watercolor on a Dark Background
  • U5

    Variations and Mock-up

    • Adaptations
    • Mocking Up
  • FP

    Final project

    • Watercolor Techniques for Graphic Design

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Watercolor Techniques for Graphic Design. Design & Illustration course by Glenn Wolk

Watercolor Techniques for Graphic Design

A course by Glenn Wolk
Artist and Designer. Nueva York, United States.
Joined November 2020
  • 100% positive reviews (9)
  • 382 students