Take a look at your desktop (the real one – not the screen 😉) It’s there, whatever you see you can, for instance – scan and start from there. In this example I will show you how to use stuff from your desktop to get compelling illustration.So, as I sad – scan something that you […]
Learn to draw, for beginners
Try a little exercise called “Vase/Faces” where you can see how a side benefit of learning to draw is getting to know your own brain a little better. Starting the journey to learn how to draw isn’t just about mastering lines and shapes; it’s a profound exploration of understanding your own cognitive processes. This intriguing […]
Tutorial: Vectorizing an image
Turning a photo into an illustration in Illustrator Step 1 First, place a high-contrasted image (high-key image, in this case my model Iva) into Illustrator work area. Step 2 There is a bunch of tracing software and plug-ins out there, but for this example I decided to do tracing manually with pencil tool. Step 3 […]
Illustration today
The Digital Renaissance in Illustration The art of illustration has undergone a monumental transformation in recent years, marking a new era in this creative field. Today, illustration is not just about pen and paper; it’s a digital playground where imagination meets technology, resulting in breathtaking visuals that transcend traditional boundaries. Tools and Technologies: Crafting the […]
Illustration function and history
A few words about history of illustration. Illustrations can be used to display a wide range of subject matter and serve a variety of functions like: Early history The earliest forms of illustration were prehistoric cave paintings. Before the invention of the printing press, illuminated manuscripts were hand-illustrated. 15th century through 18th century During the […]
Graphics Illustrations
This is the first post in my blog which will, eventually, become one of the most popular blogs on graphics and illustrations in a time to come 😉 It’s a hard work and I have a long way to go, but I intend to make it so useful, that you will just love it. (If […]
