Realistic Illustration of Birds with Imaginative Elements
Researching Reference Photos and Creating a Mood Board
A course by Ricardo Ales , Artist
About the video: Researching Reference Photos and Creating a Mood Board
Overview
“Let's get started! In this lesson, I will teach you how to find reference images that will help guide you through making your final drawing.”
In this video lesson Ricardo Ales addresses the topic: Researching Reference Photos and Creating a Mood Board, 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 discussed the inking process, in this lesson, I'm gonna show you how I found reference images to help guide me through my final drawing. I begin the drawing process with a particular bird in mind. Not always the same bird. This time, it was an American robin. The reason being is I grew up in Southern California where I didn't have any American robins around me. We grew up with a lot of sparrows and hawks and things like that. And then we moved to Portland, Oregon in 2022, and I was on a hike with my family and saw an American robin in person for the first time. And it was stu...”
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Course summary for: Realistic Illustration of Birds with Imaginative Elements
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Category
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Areas
Drawing, Ink Illustration, Naturalistic Illustration, Pencil Drawing
Ricardo Ales
A course by Ricardo Ales
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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