Editorial Illustration
A course by Javier JaénDesigner and Illustrator
A course by Javier Jaén, Designer and Illustrator
Introduction to conceptual illustration in press
In this course by Javier Jaén - Illustrator specialized in editorial and cultural communication for publications such as The New York Times, The New Yorker, La Vanguardia, El País, Vueling or Unesco among others - you will enter the world of conceptual illustration for press.
You will learn to synthesize a complex idea in a single image and you will know what is the function of illustration in a newspaper or magazine through case studies and interviews with some of the best illustrators and art directors in the world.
What will you learn in this online course?
12 lessons & 16 downloads
The mother of the lamb
15 minutes, 59 seconds
The Orchid Thief
3 minutes, 58 seconds
Interviews with Art Directors 1
20 minutes, 34 seconds
Interviews with Art Directors 2
9 minutes, 13 seconds
Interviews with illustrators 1
21 minutes, 42 seconds
Interviews with Illustrators 2
17 minutes, 42 seconds
What's included in this course?
You will begin to know a little better the work and references of Javier Jaén and you will see the different types and uses of the editorial illustration such as the cover, the cartoon, the vignette or the infographic.
Then you will learn step by step the process of work that Javier performs when facing a new assignment based on language translation, collection of references and final search of the graphic solution.
Finally, through the experiences of art directors and international illustrators, you will discover how to address fundamental issues such as what a press illustration should have, why and when to use illustrations, what relationship text and image should have, lights and shadows, what is the role of the art director in the process or how to take the first steps in this field.
What is this course's project?
Based on what you have learned in the course, you will make an editorial illustration based on 1 of the 4 articles that will be proposed, each one with its conditions of use, format, color and execution time.
In addition, you must accompany your illustration of an animated version for web and mobile devices.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
To anyone interested in illustration, graphic design, graphic journalism, current affairs and how to translate it into images.
Requirements and materials
No previous knowledge is required, only pencil, paper, a computer, internet connection and a lot of desire to learn.
Reviews
- 8 months ago
Bella apertura para despertar mirada y jugar con lo visual .
- 9 months ago
Uno de mis cursos favoritos. El primero desde que empecé a usar Domestika. Y lo sigo consultando a día de hoy.
- isabb7PLUS1 year ago
Genial
- 2 years ago
Excelente curso, muy completo y preciso. Ademas hay actividades y material complementario! recomiendo
- 2 years ago
Wauw. No he conseguido otro lector con esa honestidad y respeto a su propia historia - y la de otros... - como la que encontraras de Javier Jaen.
Javier hace uno de los acercamientos mas inteligentes a este tipo de cursos. Y luego, su esfuerzo por usar la opinion de otros como recurso hace de este curso uno de esos que no te cansar'as de revisitar de vez en cuando.
He works in illustration of press, editorial and cultural communication. His work is related to a symbolic language, playful and double readings. Look for narrative scenarios in a close context and related to everyday experience. He has worked for The New York Times, The New Yorker, The Washington Post, Time, Harvard University, La Vanguardia, El País, Valor Brasil, Planeta, Penguin Random House, Vueling, and Unesco among others.
He has taught at the Istituto Europeo di Design, IDEP, workshops and conferences at various art and design schools. His work has been recognized by the Society of Illustrators, (2012-2014), American Illustration (AI33, AI34), Print Magazine New Visual Artists (2013), Premis Junceda (2013), Laus Awards (2013), Gràffica Award (2010) ) among others.
He has participated in exhibitions in New York, London, El Salvador, Rome and Barcelona.
He has not yet written a child, he has not planted a book, nor has he given birth to a tree.
Content
- U1
Who? Where? When?
- Who I am and what we are going to do
- 31 years in the shade
- U2
What?
- The mother of the lamb
- The Orchid Thief
- U3
Why?
- Interviews with Art Directors 1
- Interviews with Art Directors 2
- Interviews with illustrators 1
- Interviews with Illustrators 2
- U4
How?
- Anatomy of a custom
- Hello World! Work abroad
- Sample buttons
- I told you
- FP
Final project
- Editorial illustration
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FAQs
You’ll learn how to analyze texts, develop original visual concepts, manage editorial commissions, apply creative and conceptual techniques, and understand the relationship between image and text in print and digital publications.
Yes, this course is designed for students with prior illustration or graphic design experience who want to deepen their skills in editorial and conceptual practice.
You’ll need basic knowledge of illustration or graphic design, familiarity with digital tools, and a willingness to work on practical and conceptual projects.
You’ll work on projects like magazine covers, editorial cartoons, infographics, conceptual illustrations, photomontages, and building a professional portfolio for editorial media.
Yes, the course teaches you how to spot visual clichés, develop your own unique style, and create original, clear graphic solutions for editorial media.
You’ll learn how to tailor your illustrations to various formats, platforms, and media, taking into account time constraints, budgets, and technical specs.
Yes, the course explores professional collaboration strategies, effective communication, and delivery processes within international editorial teams.