Creative Illustration: From Text to Image
A course by Christian Montenegro , Illustrator and Painter
Joined October 2018
Learn to analyze a story and interpret it visually
Joined October 2018
Looking to make sure your unique style stands out while still responding to clients' needs? Illustrator Christian Montenegro is an expert in the field and can help you do just that.
Illustration is a trade that responds to the unique needs a client may have, which can range from books and ad campaigns to toys and editorial content. But in the end, the essence lies in the ability to interpret a conceptual text and transform it into a representative visual. In that sense, illustrators can shine by bringing their own specific style to any number of projects.
In this online course, follow along as Christian shows you his extensive creative process for bridging the gap between the initial text and the final image while staying true to his personal graphic style.
What will you learn in this online course?
11 lessons & 28 downloads
- 99% positive reviews (107)
- 1,445 students
- 11 lessons (1h 39m)
- 28 additional resources (15 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Spanish
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Perform an in-depth analysis of a text and create multiple illustrations for it, each featuring a different expressive technique.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Anyone who is interested in illustrating and digging deeper into the processes behind artistic and expressive creation.
Requirements and materials
No prior knowledge is necessary. This course is not specifically focused on learning to draw or following a single technique, but rather it´s a course for digging deeper into conceptual and creative processes.
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Christian Montenegro
A course by Christian Montenegro
Before completing his graphic design degree at UBA, Christian Montenegro trained in comics illustration under Alberto Breccia. He has authored books like The Creation: Pictures from the Book of Genesis and New Order and illustrated others, including a Spanish-language version of Kafka's First Sorrow and Didi Grau's Peleonas Mentirosas y Haraganas, Cuatro Gatos Negros Flacos, and Cocorococó. Another recent project is 200 Años de Monstruos y Maravillas Argentinas, an anthology of historical texts by Gabo Ferro.
His work has been recognized worldwide and is featured in various creativity and illustration annuals. He also won the 2009 Swatch Illustrative Award in Berlin and has recently been recognized by ALIJA.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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Influences
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What are we going to do
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U2
Analysis and relationships between text and image
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Text-image relationship
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Elaboration of a graphic concept
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Practice
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U3
Exercise
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Reading and analysis
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The sketch: format
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The sketch: the characters
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The sketch: the scenes
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U4
Epilogue
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Analysis of work in Illustrator, Photoshop and tablet
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FP
Final project
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Creative illustration: from text to image
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What to expect from a Domestika course
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Learn at your own pace
Enjoy learning from home without a set schedule and with an easy-to-follow method. You set your own pace.
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Learn from the best professionals
Learn valuable methods and techniques explained by top experts in the creative sector.
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Meet expert teachers
Each expert teaches what they do best, with clear guidelines, true passion, and professional insight in every lesson.
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Certificates
PlusIf you're a Plus member, get a custom certificate signed by your teacher for every course. Share it on your portfolio, social media, or wherever you like.
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Get front-row seats
Videos of the highest quality, so you don't miss a single detail. With unlimited access, you can watch them as many times as you need to perfect your technique.
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Share knowledge and ideas
Ask questions, request feedback, or offer solutions. Share your learning experience with other students in the community who are as passionate about creativity as you are.
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Connect with a global creative community
The community is home to millions of people from around the world who are curious and passionate about exploring and expressing their creativity.
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Watch professionally produced courses
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FAQs
What are Domestika's online courses?
Domestika courses are online classes that allow you to learn new skills and create incredible projects. All our courses include the opportunity to share your work with other students and/or teachers, creating an active learning community. We offer different formats:
Original Courses: Complete classes that combine videos, texts, and educational materials to complete a specific project from start to finish.
Basics Courses: Specialized training where you master specific software tools step by step.
Specialization Courses: Learning paths with various expert teachers on the same topic, perfect for becoming a specialist by learning from different approaches.
Guided Courses: Practical experiences ideal for directly acquiring specific skills.
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When do the courses start and when do they finish?
All courses are 100% online, so once they're published, courses start and finish whenever you want. You set the pace of the class. You can go back to review what interests you most and skip what you already know, ask questions, answer questions, share your projects, and more.
What do Domestika's courses include?
The courses are divided into different units. Each one includes lessons, informational text, tasks, and practice exercises to help you carry out your project step by step, with additional complementary resources and downloads. You'll also have access to an exclusive forum where you can interact with the teacher and with other students, as well as share your work and your course project, creating a community around the course.
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Muy buen curso, muy claro
Genial, me quedo con ganas de comprar sus libros.
Me parece un curso interesante, pero solo me ha dado tiempo a ver las dos primeras lecciones
Un curso de lujo, sin desperdicio, imperdible
Very interesting point of you related to concept illustration. I like how detailed and clear the explanation is. I recommend it