Character Design Sketchbook: Storytelling with Pencil
Sketching animals from observation
A course by Raahat Kaduji , Illustrator
About the video: Sketching animals from observation
Overview
“In this lesson, we will be sketching from observation by breaking down our animal reference images into simpler shapes. ”
In this video lesson Raahat Kaduji addresses the topic: Sketching animals from observation, which is part of the Domestika online course: Character Design Sketchbook: Storytelling with Pencil. Explore the art of sketchbooking by creating your own animal character and learn how to tell stories with it..
Partial transcription of the video
“In this lesson, I'll be using the mood board of images to observe my animal and sketch it from observation. Here, I have an image of an animal to show you how I will break it down into simple shapes. I think it's really useful to break it down into shapes because it allows you to see the different proportions of the head, the body, the tail, and legs. And all you have to do is observe and look for any simple shapes that make up your animal. So for example, you'll see that for the main part of the torso, there is a circle. And you can also see other shapes here and also the head. You can als...”
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Course summary for: Character Design Sketchbook: Storytelling with Pencil
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Category
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Areas
Character Design, Children's Illustration, Colored Pencil Drawing, Drawing, Pencil Drawing
Raahat Kaduji
A course by Raahat Kaduji
Raahat Kaduji is a talented freelance illustrator and picture book creator based in Oxfordshire, England. With a background in English and Creative Writing from Royal Holloway University of London, Raahat brings a unique narrative flair to her artistic endeavors. Her journey into the world of illustration began without formal art education, influenced by her father's career in special effects within the film and game industry. This early exposure ignited her passion for art, leading her to develop her skills independently. Today, Raahat is known for her digital illustrations that combine vibrant colors and whimsical designs, often inspired by her favorite season, autumn.
Her career blossomed through a growing social media presence and collaborations with notable brands like Wacom and Adobe, who recognized her distinctive style. Raahat's debut picture book, "I'm Not Scary," published by Alison Green Books of ScholasticUK, showcases her ability to weave engaging narratives with charming visuals. Her work continues to evolve, incorporating mixed media techniques and exploring new materials like gouache and pastels. Raahat is committed to sharing her creative process, encouraging others to embrace their artistic journey by developing a solid portfolio and staying true to their unique vision.
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