Realistic Illustration of Birds with Imaginative Elements

Introduction to Inking

A course by Ricardo Ales , Artist

Artist. Portland, United States.
Joined August 2022
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2,277 students
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About the video: Introduction to Inking

Overview

“Want to learn a few different tips and tricks for approaching an ink drawing? I will tell you some of my favorites in this lesson. ”

In this video lesson Ricardo Ales addresses the topic: Introduction to Inking, which is part of the Domestika online course: Realistic Illustration of Birds with Imaginative Elements. Enhance your realistic illustrations by adding imaginative elements that will make them truly stand out. Bring your drawings to life..

Partial transcription of the video

“Now that we've gone over the materials you'll need to make your final drawing, in this lesson, I'm going to introduce you to the process of inking. Before I start inking at all, I do a few things to prepare. I gather my reference photos, create a few thumbnail sketches, prep my drawing surface, and then create a preliminary drawing on that final drawing surface. Technical drawing pens come in a number of different sizes ranging all the way from 0.03mm up to 0.8mm and a brush tip. Like I mentioned in the materials lesson previously, I like to use a 0.1, a 0.2, and a 0.35. And the specific pe...”

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Course summary for: Realistic Illustration of Birds with Imaginative Elements

  • Level: Beginner
  • 98% positive reviews (41)
  • 2277 students
  • 4 units
  • 12 lessons (1h 35m)
  • 5 downloads
  • Category

    Illustration
  • Areas

    Drawing, Ink Illustration, Naturalistic Illustration, Pencil Drawing

Ricardo Ales

Ricardo Ales
A course by Ricardo Ales

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Ricardo Ales is a talented artist based in Portland, Oregon, USA. With a lifelong passion for drawing, he embarked on a journey of self-discovery in the art world. Drawing inspiration from his background and favorite artists, he has honed his skills and developed a unique style that captivates viewers. Ricardo's artistic career evolved over time, from showcasing his work in small galleries to gaining recognition on social media platforms, particularly Instagram. With dedication and commitment to his craft, Ricardo's Instagram following skyrocketed, catapulting his career to new heights.

Ricardo believes in staying true to oneself and focusing on what brings joy and fulfillment. He emphasizes the importance of finding your niche and embracing simplicity in your art. His personal experiences and growth have shaped his artistic approach, and he encourages aspiring artists to pursue their passion while continuously improving their skills. With his expertise and artistic journey as a source of inspiration, Ricardo brings a wealth of knowledge to this course, guiding you in creating highly detailed drawings that go beyond lines on paper.


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Realistic Illustration of Birds with Imaginative Elements. Illustration course by Ricardo Ales

Realistic Illustration of Birds with Imaginative Elements

A course by Ricardo Ales
Artist. Portland, United States.
Joined August 2022
  • 98% positive reviews (41)
  • 2,277 students