Sketchbook for Illustrators: Color & Texture Toolbox
About Me
A course by Rachel Katstaller , Illustrator
Joined December 2014
About the video: About Me
Overview
“In this lesson, I will share more about how I became an illustrator and show you some old and newer projects. You will also learn why color and texture play an important part in my work. ”
In this video lesson Rachel Katstaller addresses the topic: About Me, which is part of the Domestika online course: Sketchbook for Illustrators: Color & Texture Toolbox. Enhance your creativity and expand your skillset by creating an illustration using a chosen color and texture scheme..
Partial transcription of the video
“♪♪ ♪♪ Hi, my name is Rachel Kacdala, and I'm an illustrator for commercial clients and picture books. I love telling stories through my illustrations by using vibrant color combinations and interesting textures. I was born in El Salvador, in Central America, but moved to the Austrian Alps some years ago. As a child, I grew up in an architect home. My grandparents were architects. That means that I grew up surrounded by books, art, design, and architecture. In the end, that has influenced my work a lot. Throughout my whole childhood, I always taught myself new techniques on how to develop il...”
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Course summary for: Sketchbook for Illustrators: Color & Texture Toolbox
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Category
Illustration -
Software
Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop -
Areas
Children's Illustration, Color Theory, Digital Illustration, Sketchbook, Traditional illustration
Rachel Katstaller
A course by Rachel Katstaller
Rachel Katstaller is a renowned illustrator known for her captivating storytelling through vibrant colors and intriguing textures. With an impressive portfolio that includes collaborations with prestigious clients such as Patagonia and The Washington Post, as well as successful children's books, Rachel's artistic journey is nothing short of inspiring. Her unique ability to convey narratives through illustrations has garnered acclaim and recognition, making her a celebrated figure in the world of visual storytelling.
Rachel's passion for the art of illustration is deeply rooted in her childhood, where storytelling was a cherished tradition. Her work is a fusion of diverse influences, from the vibrant colors of El Salvador to the muted sophistication of Central Europe, where she resides. Drawing inspiration from nature, architecture, and the everyday lives of people, Rachel's illustrations capture the magic in seemingly ordinary stories, connecting with viewers on a profound level. Her methodical approach to color and texture, combined with her intuitive palette selection, defines her distinct style, making her a true luminary in the realm of illustration.
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