Sketchbook for Illustrators: Color & Texture Toolbox

Transferring Color and Texture to What You See

A course by Rachel Katstaller , Illustrator

Enhance your creativity and expand your skillset by creating an illustration using a chosen color and texture scheme.

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Audio: English
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About the video: Transferring Color and Texture to What You See

Overview

“This lesson will be dedicated to drawing from observation. I will show you how I choose what to draw and how I use my tools to create different effects. You can either take your sketchbook outside and draw, or you can use reference pictures to base your artwork from. ”

In this video lesson Rachel Katstaller addresses the topic: Transferring Color and Texture to What You See, which is part of the Domestika online course: Sketchbook for Illustrators: Color & Texture Toolbox. Enhance your creativity and expand your skillset by creating an illustration using a chosen color and texture scheme..

Partial transcription of the video

“This lesson will be dedicated to drawing from observation. I will show you how I choose what to draw and what tools I use to create different effects. Landscapes and interiors are where scenes in your picture books happen. In my case, for example, I like to gather inspiration from the different places I visit on a daily basis. I am not much of an outdoor sketcher, actually. So what I like to do is to just snap a picture and then go back into the studio and begin to draw. I have brought a selection of pictures that I will show you right now. For example, in this image, you can find a focus a...”

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Course summary for: Sketchbook for Illustrators: Color & Texture Toolbox

Level: Beginner
100% positive reviews (1)
261 students
5 units
16 lessons (2h 15m)
8 downloads

Category
Illustration
Software
Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop
Areas
Children's Illustration, Color Theory, Digital Illustration, Sketchbook, Traditional illustration

Rachel Katstaller

A course by Rachel Katstaller

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Illustrator

Rachel Katstaller is a renowned illustrator known for her captivating storytelling through vibrant colors and intriguing textures. With an impressive portfolio that includes collaborations with prestigious clients such as Patagonia and The Washington Post, as well as successful children's books, Rachel's artistic journey is nothing short of inspiring. Her unique ability to convey narratives through illustrations has garnered acclaim and recognition, making her a celebrated figure in the world of visual storytelling.

Rachel's passion for the art of illustration is deeply rooted in her childhood, where storytelling was a cherished tradition. Her work is a fusion of diverse influences, from the vibrant colors of El Salvador to the muted sophistication of Central Europe, where she resides. Drawing inspiration from nature, architecture, and the everyday lives of people, Rachel's illustrations capture the magic in seemingly ordinary stories, connecting with viewers on a profound level. Her methodical approach to color and texture, combined with her intuitive palette selection, defines her distinct style, making her a true luminary in the realm of illustration.