Creation of Hand-painted Modules Digitized in Photoshop

Reference models

A course by Marta Cortese , Surface Designer

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About the video: Reference models

Overview

“Inspiration is an exercise. Look around you as you walk, the leaves of the plants, the floors you step on, the facades of the houses: everything can inspire a drawing and everything can become a pattern. Then there are the great artists who open the mind and the gaze, to other cultures and other eras. ”

In this video lesson Marta Cortese addresses the topic: Reference models, which is part of the Domestika online course: Creation of Hand-painted Modules Digitized in Photoshop. Master the art of hand-drawn patterns with digital enhancements on Photoshop. Learn to craft versatile designs adaptable to various scales and backgrounds..

Partial transcription of the video

“Inspiration has become a constant exercise for me and creativity is a game. Everything around me immediately turns into a pattern. I love travelling, walking outdoors and going to exhibitions. I am also discovering a passion for botany. I had to learn the names of the flowers so I could draw them. I do a lot of research, I spend hours on Instagram, on Pinterest, but I also discover many books and films. I find inspiration from everything now. Everything around me becomes a pattern. One of the first inspirations I want to show you is this book, Fiori d'Oriente. It is a collection of Japanese...”

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Course summary for: Creation of Hand-painted Modules Digitized in Photoshop

  • Level: Beginner
  • 100% positive reviews (41)
  • 1305 students
  • 4 units
  • 15 lessons (2h 34m)
  • 4 downloads
  • Category

    Craft, Illustration
  • Software

    Adobe Photoshop
  • Areas

    Arts & Crafts, DIY, Interactive Design, Paper Craft, Pattern Design, Traditional illustration

Marta Cortese

Marta Cortese
A course by Marta Cortese

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Meet Marta Cortese, a versatile textile and interior designer known for her boundless creativity. With over 30 years of experience, Marta's journey from architecture to textile design showcases her dedication to transforming passion into a fulfilling profession. Her portfolio boasts collaborations with prestigious brands like Coin, Jannelli and Volpi, and Bassetti, alongside niche labels such as The Napking and Tessiture Telerie Toscane.

Marta's work transcends traditional boundaries, spanning fabrics, wallpapers, tableware, and more. Her relentless pursuit of inspiration is evident in her diverse influences, from the world of textiles to her adventures in wildlife photography. Marta's unique ability to translate the world around her into captivating patterns is a testament to her artistic depth. She brings a wealth of experience and creativity to her courses, offering students a glimpse into her world of design and a chance to refine their own creative journeys.


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Creation of Hand-painted Modules Digitized in Photoshop. Illustration, and Craft course by Marta Cortese

Creation of Hand-painted Modules Digitized in Photoshop

A course by Marta Cortese
Surface Designer. Turin, Italy.
Joined November 2021
  • 100% positive reviews (41)
  • 1,305 students