Graphic Experimentation for Illustrated Stories
Composition
A course by Alejandra Acosta , Designer and Illustrator
About the video: Composition
Overview
“In this lesson, I will show you different ways to compose your illustrations, taking into account different concepts, such as weight, focal point and values. In addition, we will see the main considerations to take into account when defining the space for the text in the illustrated story.”
In this video lesson Alejandra Acosta addresses the topic: Composition, which is part of the Domestika online course: Graphic Experimentation for Illustrated Stories. Create your own illustrated universe from a story using mixed techniques.
Partial transcription of the video
“Composition Now, I'll be giving you some useful tips when working on the composition for your illustration. The key part here is understanding that the paper you're working on is flat and that you'll use all these different elements to build there. There are some rules to keep in mind to create a harmonious composition that'll be useful when illustrating. Let's start off with the rule of thirds. This rule is very important when it comes to composition and it'll help your elements stand out when you place them in your space, surface, however you want to call it. To do this, we're going to di...”
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Course summary for: Graphic Experimentation for Illustrated Stories
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Category
Illustration -
Areas
Storytelling, Traditional illustration
Alejandra Acosta
A course by Alejandra Acosta
Alejandra Acosta is a Chilean illustrator known for her undaunted exploration of visual techniques and languages in her art and the books she illustrates. After earning a degree in graphic design, Alejandra spent several years working as an art director before deciding to pursue her passion for illustration full time.
With more than a decade of experience, she's found success as a professional illustrator and has an extensive portfolio showcasing her diverse illustration styles. She has collaborated with many of the big names in publishing including Jekyll & Jill, Zorro Rojo, Barbara Fiore, Amanuta, Fondo de Cultura Económica, Sexto Piso, Carthusia, Loqueleo, Planeta, and Random House.
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