Realistic Illustration of Birds with Imaginative Elements
Inking
A course by Ricardo Ales , Artist
About the video: Inking
Overview
“In this lesson, you will begin inking your final drawing. Remember, ink is permanent! So be careful. Aside from tiny mistakes, there is little you can do to make corrections when you make a mark that you aren't happy with.”
In this video lesson Ricardo Ales addresses the topic: 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
“So now that I've got my preliminary drawing done, in this lesson, I'm going to start inking. So to begin, I'm going to use my 0.2 pen. I like this for some outlines that don't need to be super thick. And I'll use the 0.35 for outlines that need to be a little thicker. So I'm just going to go for it. And you'll notice when I'm inking, it's kind of hard to talk because this takes a lot of focus. So for this portion here, I'm just using my felt tip marker to color in this little black piece. I could do it with the fineliner, just a little less efficient. And I don't want to eat up too much ink...”
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Course summary for: Realistic Illustration of Birds with Imaginative Elements
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Category
Illustration -
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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