Fantasy Drawings in Graphite and Watercolor: A Field Guide
A Bestiary or Field Journal
A course by Iris Compiet , Illustrator
About the video: A Bestiary or Field Journal
Overview
“What are bestiaries or field journals? In this lesson, we will take a brief look into history, and I’ll show you some examples of what they are and what they could be. Before we begin our adventure to create our field journal entry, I’ll show you some of my sketchbooks. Your sketchbook will be where all the magic happens, and it’s important to remember to have fun! ”
In this video lesson Iris Compiet addresses the topic: A Bestiary or Field Journal, which is part of the Domestika online course: Fantasy Drawings in Graphite and Watercolor: A Field Guide. Learn how to sketch fantasy drawings with graphite pencils and watercolors. Tell a story through your fantastical creatures. .
Partial transcription of the video
“In this lesson we're going to look at the history of bestiaries and what they are. But we're also going to take a look at some examples that I really like. And I'm going to show you some of my own personal sketchbooks to show you how much fun you can have sketching. So what is a bestiary? If we look up the definition of the word bestiary, we find that it's a comprehensive collection on a certain subject. And in medieval times, bestiaries were very popular. They were illuminated texts on various different subjects, usually mythical beasts. So in medieval times, they were extremely popular. A...”
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Course summary for: Fantasy Drawings in Graphite and Watercolor: A Field Guide
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Category
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Areas
Character Design, Drawing, Painting, Pencil Drawing, Watercolor Painting
Iris Compiet
A course by Iris Compiet
Iris is an award-winning artist recognized for her exceptional work in the field of fantasy illustration. Her studio is a treasure trove of inspiration, full of oddities and memories that fuel her imagination. With a portfolio that includes collaborations with esteemed clients like Wizards of the Coast and contributions to Netflix, Iris's passion for telling stories through art is undeniable.
Inspired by fairy tales, folklore and the world around her, Iris's creative process is a testament to the magic of traditional artistic techniques. Her captivating fantasy creatures come to life thanks to her masterful use of pencils and watercolors.
Iris shares her wealth of experience and knowledge by guiding you on an immersive journey into the art of fantasy illustration. Embark on this creative adventure with Iris and learn to give voice to your imaginative characters through the timeless magic of traditional art.
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