Flat Digital Illustration with Vibrant Colors
Using Gradient Maps
A course by Jess Hannigan , Visual Artist
About the video: Using Gradient Maps
Overview
“I'll show you how to use a Gradient Map in Procreate to test different color palettes onto your greyscale digital drawing. ”
In this video lesson Jess Hannigan addresses the topic: Using Gradient Maps, which is part of the Domestika online course: Flat Digital Illustration with Vibrant Colors . Learn how to create vibrant flat style digital illustrations with abstract perspectives. Enhance your skills in Procreate and explore still life drawing..
Partial transcription of the video
“In this lesson, I'll be showing you how to use Gradient Maps in order to try out new color palettes for your piece. First, in order to use a gradient map, you have to export your gray image that we've been working on before. you just have to save it as a JPEG. And then in order to use the gradient maps, We'll just open that JPEG in a new file. So here, by clicking the settings, you can go to share, and say share as a JPEG. That will export your file and then you just save the image. Now I have my flat file with all the layers merged up. into just one layer. From here, I'll show you how to u...”
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Course summary for: Flat Digital Illustration with Vibrant Colors
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Digital Drawing, Digital Illustration, Drawing

Jess Hannigan
A course by Jess Hannigan
Jess Hannigan is a freelance illustrator known for her bold and vibrant use of color and flat shapes.
A graduate of Sheridan College, Jess has garnered multiple awards for her innovative work, including the Bronze Medal Jon Klassen and the Society of Illustrators Warby Parker Visionary Scholarship.
She has collaborated with high-profile clients such as The New Yorker and Medium, and is currently working on her first children's book. Her unique approach to illustration reflects her love for the kitsch and the colorful, elements that are evident in each of her artistic creations.
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