Ink illustration specialization: Techniques for creative expression

Overview

“What key elements are present in the reference photo? In this lesson, you will decide what you want to represent on paper. What is the scale of the subject, where is the main focal point, and how do you want to frame the scene? ”

In this video lesson Domestika addresses the topic: Analyzing the Photo Reference, which is part of the Domestika online course: Ink illustration specialization: Techniques for creative expression. Create illustrations of evocative nature using the feather and immersion ink, focusing on traditional entering techniques and observation drawing.

Partial transcription of the video

“ Analyzing the Photo Reference Now that I've settled on a subject, it's good to analyze it from different standpoints. I'll look at the vanishing points and the focal point. I'll look at the light and shadow, the entourage, and so on as a way to understand the subject before spending time drawing it. For that purpose, I'll draw on a layer of trace over the photo reference. My trace here is now square and straight. Next, I'll find my vanishing points. I'll find two or more edges of the building on either side and use those to locate my vanishing points, left or right. I'll pick the top edge...”

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Course summary for: Ink illustration specialization: Techniques for creative expression

• Level: Beginner
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• 246 students
• 7 units
• 85 lessons (16h 18m)
• 32 downloads

• Category

  Illustration

• Areas

  Ink Illustration, Traditional illustration