Draw Wildlife with Pen and Ink: Illustrate Realistic Animals Step by Step
Rendering Shape 3: The Small Elephants and the Black Rectangle
A course by Alberto Russo , Painter and illustrator
About the video: Rendering Shape 3: The Small Elephants and the Black Rectangle
Overview
“Let’s finalize our piece by adding the last elephants and the black rectangle. ”
In this video lesson Alberto Russo addresses the topic: Rendering Shape 3: The Small Elephants and the Black Rectangle, which is part of the Domestika online course: Draw Wildlife with Pen and Ink: Illustrate Realistic Animals Step by Step. Learn how to draw animals using pen and ink and create outstanding illustrations..
Partial transcription of the video
“In this lesson, we are going to finalize the drawing. First, I'm going to draw the last figure. As this is the smallest section of the drawing, this is more of an interpretation. We have to be careful because every line matters. And they can actually change the reading of the drawing. It is necessary to use short lines to create this representation. We must choose the most effective lines. If we overcrowd it with lines, the image will get very distorted. Now let's move on to filling out the rectangle. I will do the outline first using the fineliner and switch to the brush. The brush allows ...”
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Course summary for: Draw Wildlife with Pen and Ink: Illustrate Realistic Animals Step by Step
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Areas
Drawing, Ink Illustration, Naturalistic Illustration, Sketching
Alberto Russo
A course by Alberto Russo
Alberto “Sting” Russo is an accomplished Italian graphic designer, painter, and illustrator based near Lausanne, Switzerland. He founded his design studio, Area Design, in 2000, specializing in illustrations and typographic treatments. Since 2015, Alberto has focused primarily on drawing and painting, driven by a passion for studying and exploring diverse artistic styles. Inspired by early 1900s pen and ink illustrators and etching techniques, he began mastering these mediums in 2020. His career boasts collaborations with notable brands such as Nike and Absolut Vodka, along with the creation of the digital painting project "300 Heroes Faces." Alberto’s work as a Sakura ambassador highlights his dedication to the craft.
A former graffiti artist and a graphic design graduate, Alberto seamlessly blends traditional and digital techniques. His creative process is a daily routine involving sketching, reading, and analyzing the works of other artists. He is passionate about the arts of drawing and painting, constantly seeking to understand how different mediums can express his vision. Alberto’s dedication to composition and his ability to convey a unique aesthetic perspective aim to awaken viewers to the world around them. His commitment to sharing his knowledge reflects a lifelong passion for drawing as an essential and fulfilling pursuit.
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