Illustrations can be found in children’s books, in magazines, and in history. Illustrations were used for political messaging during war early in this century. Products require illustrations for packaging and artists are hired to create the art. Illustrations are on stickers, packaging, washi tape, journals and scrapbooks, blankets, patterns, and every type of surface imaginable — even your shower curtain is illustrated.
Read MoreI’ve been focusing on creating color books (a project I began years ago). I haven’t had extra time because I have been working more hours than before the stay at home order. Questions like the following are great to meditate on:
What calls to you?
What work do you want to be known for?
What message do you want to share with the universe?
What gets you out of bed in the morning?
Are you ignoring the call to do what you love?
Who would you dream of collaborating with? Have you talked to them recently?
Read MoreWilliam Kalionzes teaches marine landscape watercolor and gouache technique. His exceptional work is worth taking a look at and learning from.
Read MoreIllustrating fantasy scenes using watercolor and Photoshop. How to create a dynamic scene.
Read MoreThese four ladies got me through a time when I felt discouraged about pursuing art. Their Skillshare courses are exceptional and I know you will get as much out of them as I did. They all harbor a different corner of the design field but are all illustrators.
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