Creative Fashion Illustration Techniques

Description

In this course, you will learn:

• To begin, learn how to gather information and inspiration, focusing on posing references from fashion editorials and makeup and beauty references from cosmetics and beauty photos.
• This will assist you in deciding on the aesthetics of your illustration.
• Then, using a specific stance as a guide, learn some fundamentals about figures in motion and how to draw the face.
• Draw the final figure and then begin painting after you're satisfied.
• Connie walks over some of her favorite painting techniques and approaches, including painting from light to dark, adding details, utilizing colored pencils, shadow grading, and more.
• Paint the figure and face next. To apply the collage approach, draw your figure while outlining the outfit.
• For your collage, use a variety of papers and materials, and then add the clothing after reviewing your style reference.
• Finish your collage by cutting out the figure and making any necessary adjustments.
• Place your finished collage in various locations and photograph it to achieve the desired look, feel, and narrative.

Syllabus:

1.  Introduction

   • Introduction

   • Influences

   • What Will We Do in This Course?
      

2.  Research - the First Steps!

   • Materials

   • Pose and Styling - Research!

   • Creating Textures
      

3.  Starting the Illustration

   • Drawing the Pose

   • Drawing the Face

   • Painting the Illustrations with Mixed Media

   • Finalizing the Base

   • Applying Textures for the Garments
      

4.  Final Touches

   • Cutting and Adjusting

   • Different Backgrounds and Context

   • Taking Pictures and Posting on Instagram
      

5. Final Project

   • Creative Fashion Illustration Techniques