Character Design Sketchbook: Storytelling with Pencil
Shading and Adding Texture
A course by Raahat Kaduji , Illustrator
About the video: Shading and Adding Texture
Overview
“In this lesson, I will show you how to use simple methods to add shading and texture to your animal sketches”
In this video lesson Raahat Kaduji addresses the topic: Shading and Adding Texture, 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, we'll be adding some more details to our animal sketches. We'll be using shading techniques to create fur textures, and it will really bring our animal sketches to life. Now I'm going to show you different techniques that you can use for your shading. You can try out different shading techniques in your sketchbook or on a separate piece of paper, but it's fun to use your sketchbook to create a dynamic range of layouts. So you can use the page that you're working on, or you can use a different spread altogether. And yeah, just have fun trying these different techniques that I...”
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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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