Gouache and Collage Techniques for Narrative Illustration
Paint, view and crop 3
A course by Enrique Torralba , Illustrator Specialized in Literature for Children and Young Adults
Joined January 2019
About the video: Paint, view and crop 3
Overview
“Finally, we are going to place the pieces and paste them on the cardboard until we finish the parts that will make up the triptych.”
In this video lesson Enrique Torralba addresses the topic: Paint, view and crop 3, which is part of the Domestika online course: Gouache and Collage Techniques for Narrative Illustration. Learn to use gouache and collage to convey narrative concepts and broaden your expressive horizons .
Partial transcription of the video
“Alright. we now have our firm white illustration surface prepared and ready to use. This is a sturdy paper. a firm cardstock with a hard. rigid base that offers excellent support and stability for various uses. We will use a surface like this to attach something with high moisture content. ensuring the paper doesn't warp or lose its shape when water is applied. This choice helps maintain the integrity and form of the so we need a solid foundation. Let's begin arranging our pieces on the white surface to visualize their appearance and placement. We'll begin by gluing with a diluted stick. Th...”
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Course summary for: Gouache and Collage Techniques for Narrative Illustration
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Children's Illustration, Collage, Gouache Painting, Painting, Traditional illustration

Enrique Torralba
A course by Enrique Torralba
Enrique Torralba is an illustrator specializing in children's and young adult literature who has worked with publishers like SM, Santillana, Alfaguara, Edelvives, and the Kabbalah International Center in Los Angeles.
He has been selected to represent Mexico twice alongside other Mexican illustrators, at the 2009 Salón del libro in Paris and the 2010 Salón del libro in Quebec. He is also a founding member of Ilustradero and the Mexican Illustrators' Association.
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