Dynamic Illustrations: Drawings that Pop Out of the Paper
Creation of photographic references
A course by Ryan Smallman , Illustrator
About the video: Creation of photographic references
Overview
“With our composition defined, we will create photographic references and look for 3D models so that we can achieve maximum fidelity in our final work.”
In this video lesson Ryan Smallman addresses the topic: Creation of photographic references, which is part of the Domestika online course: Dynamic Illustrations: Drawings that Pop Out of the Paper. Discover how to craft vibrant, dynamic illustrations. Improve your drawing skills and create captivating artwork that leaps off the page..
Partial transcription of the video
“The hard part is over, and now the fun time has come to expand the concept of our design. To go beyond the semantic panel, we will need references more specific and detailed to guide our design. A very important step in this process is taking reference photos of myself or other people. My wife sometimes models too. You can and even should look for images on the internet, but find that angle and that specific position for what you are wanting to draw is very difficult and it is very The easier it is for you to create this image yourself. These photos will help with the anatomy and perspectiv...”
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Course summary for: Dynamic Illustrations: Drawings that Pop Out of the Paper
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Category
Illustration -
Software
Adobe Photoshop -
Areas
Character Design, Digital Illustration, Drawing, Traditional illustration
Ryan Smallman
A course by Ryan Smallman
Meet Ryan Smallman, a passionate freelance illustrator with a deep love for pop culture and art. His experience includes collaborations with industry giants such as Disney, Marvel, and Warner Bros. He has also made a mark at prominent events like the Artists' Alley at CCXP and received a HQ Mix award nomination for New Talent for his independent comic "Busker."
Ryan's work is characterized by dynamic energy, organic strokes, and vibrant color palettes, always pushing the boundaries of perspective. In this course, Ryan shares his passion for pop culture and superheroes, aiming to help you capture maximum energy and dynamism in your illustrations, bringing them to life. Join him on this exciting creative journey and discover how to breathe life into your illustrations while exploring new dimensions in your art.
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