Guided Course: Create an editorial image with acrylic paint
A guided course by Jon Berkeley , Illustrator and Author
Create editorial illustrations using acrylic paint, from concept sketches to final touches, mastering composition and color techniques
Explore the vibrant world of acrylic painting while crafting a compelling editorial illustration. Begin by organizing your workspace and gathering essential materials. Warm up your creative muscles with quick sketches that activate your imagination. Dive into the conceptual phase by collecting visual references and brainstorming ideas that will serve as the foundation for your illustration. Transform these concepts into a refined working sketch that captures your vision.
Move on to the painting process, where you'll outline key shapes and apply a dynamic background. Master the art of blocking out main volumes and focus on developing two standout elements using rich layers of color. Conclude your creative journey by adding final touches, refining edges, and enhancing contrast and details. Step by step, build a cohesive acrylic illustration that reflects your artistic style.
What will you learn in this online course?
13 lessons & 12 downloads
- 50 students
- 13 lessons (2h 47m)
- 12 additional resources (7 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English, German, Spanish (Latam), French, Indonesian, Italian, Dutch, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Turkish
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish · Romanian · Indonesian
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
Recommended software & tools for this course
Adobe PhotoshopWhat is this course's project?
Create a complete editorial illustration using acrylics, from initial preparation through final touches. Organize materials, develop concepts, sketch ideas, and bring your vision to life by outlining, painting, and refining details for a polished, cohesive artwork.
Who is this online course for?
Aspiring illustrators and artists eager to explore acrylic painting techniques will find this course ideal. It's perfect for creative minds desiring to transform concepts into editorial images, gain hands-on experience, and develop skills in sketching, color layering, and detail enhancement.
Requirements and materials
No extensive prior knowledge required. Basic necessities include acrylic paints, brushes, a palette, canvas or paper, and a sketchbook. A workspace to organize these materials is helpful. A willingness to explore creative ideas and sketch freely is beneficial.
Jon Berkeley
A guided course by Jon Berkeley
Jon Berkeley is an Irish illustrator and children’s author who has worked in the field for almost three decades and traveled to places like London, Sydney, Hong Kong, and Barcelona for illustration work. His passion for illustration began in his youth during the vinyl era, amazed by the artwork that adorned his favorite album covers, prompting him to further his intrigue and study Fine Art in Dublin, Ireland.
Most of his work is for editorial clients in major news and current affairs magazines like L’Express, The New Statesman, Volkskrant, The Economist, and others. He also works on major advertising campaigns and illustrates book jackets, packaging, as well as commissioned portraits for clients like Ted Baker, Vodafone, and Smirnoff.
Content
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Guided Course: Create an editorial image with acrylic paint
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Podcast: Illustration as Provocation
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Materials You Will Need
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Preparing for Our Conceptual Illustration
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Who Let the Ideas Out? Concept Sketching
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Collecting and Shooting References
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Working Sketch
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Outlining
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Painting the Background
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Blocking In
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The Main Feature 1
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The Main Feature 2
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Spit and Polish 1
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Spit and Polish 2
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Final project
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What do Domestika's guided courses include?
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