Style Exploration for Illustration
Choosing and Developing a Motive
A course by Ingela P Arrhenius , Illustrator and graphic designer
About the video: Choosing and Developing a Motive
Overview
“What do you like to draw? Do you have motives in your sketchbook or on your iPad? Often you have a favorite motive to draw. I will guide you on how to find a motive. ”
In this video lesson Ingela P Arrhenius addresses the topic: Choosing and Developing a Motive, which is part of the Domestika online course: Style Exploration for Illustration. Experiment with different illustration styles and create a poster-style using colored papers, Procreate, and Illustrator..
Partial transcription of the video
“In this lesson, I will show you drawings that I like to do, and we will work on a motif for a poster. Often, you have a favorite motif to draw. When I, for example, look in my sketchbook or at my iPad, I see that I draw nature, animals, and shops. Here, for example, I have a collection of drawings, drawings that I do just for myself. I tend to draw ice cream shops often, animals in different environments. I love candy bars, hotel lounges, art, and as you can see, I draw animals almost all the time. And here, we have some examples of nature, and different animals, and more animals. And for m...”
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Course summary for: Style Exploration for Illustration
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Category
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Software
Adobe Illustrator, Procreate -
Areas
Children's Illustration, Digital Drawing, Digital Illustration, Drawing, Vector Illustration

Ingela P Arrhenius
A course by Ingela P Arrhenius
Ingela P Arrhenius is an accomplished and award-winning illustrator and graphic designer with a diverse portfolio spanning posters, clothing, toys, and children's books. Her distinctive style, influenced by her childhood in the 60s, has garnered international acclaim, and her illustrated books have sold millions of copies.
With over 30 years of experience as a freelancer, Ingela's work is characterized by telling visual stories and staying true to her unique artistic voice. Her approach to illustration, featuring nostalgic compositions and vintage color palettes, creates captivating visual worlds that resonate with viewers.
Join Ingela P Arrhenius in this course to gain invaluable insights and guidance from her illustrious career. Discover your personal aesthetic, refine your illustration skills, and unlock your creative potential under Ingela's mentorship.
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