Fantasy Sketchbook: Draw Characters from Imagination
A course by Dibujante Nocturno , Illustrator
Joined January 2020
Find your unique style by developing a habit of drawing and learning to bring fantastical creatures to life through your imagination
Find your unique style by developing a habit of drawing and learning to bring fantastical creatures to life through your imagination
Joined January 2020
Want to bring the depths of your imagination to life? In this online course, learn to draw fantastic creatures and scenes in your sketchbook from your imagination or a reference image alongside illustrator Fran Garcés, better known as Dibujante Nocturno. His epic, dark fantasy style has led him to collaborate on projects for Magic (MTG) from Wizards of the Coast.
Throughout the course, learn the basics of sketching by exploring lines, shapes, texture, and composition. Fran also guides you through how to make your ideas a reality with the illustration of a mythical underwater creature in your own style.
What will you learn in this online course?
16 lessons & 30 downloads
- 99% positive reviews (292)
- 11,216 students
- 16 lessons (2h 43m)
- 30 additional resources (12 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Spanish, English
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Draw a fantastical mermaid in your own personal style.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Anyone who would like to develop a daily drawing routine, improve their sketching technique, and broaden their creative style.
Requirements and materials
You don't need any illustration knowledge to take this course, just come ready to learn and eager to get drawing.
All you need is a sketchbook and your preferred drawing materials like graphite pencils, ink pens, felt tips, and whatever else you might want to try out.
Reviews
A course by Dibujante Nocturno
Fran Garcés, better known as Dibujante Nocturno, is a professional illustrator from the Canary Islands. His work centers around his dark and epic compositions, which he produces both independently and for projects like Magic (MTG) from Wizards of the Coast. He's always loved illustrating a whole host of different creatures from his imagination, drawing inspiration from nature and organic shapes.
Social media has become an important tool for showcasing his work and his Instagram handle is @dibujantenocturno. He's collaborated with publishers like Wizards of the Coast and Grupo Anaya, and has published a few of his own books, including the artbook Dibujante Nocturno: The Art of Fran Garcés, with 3dtotal Publishing.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
Getting Started in the Sketch
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Materials
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Line, Flow, and Shape Exploration
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Texture and Balance
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Drawing from Reference and Memory
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Elements and Mini-Sketches 1
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Elements and Mini-Sketches 2
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U3
Sketching Mermaids
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Bust Construction
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Headdresses and Marine Decorations
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Tails and Fins
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Mermaid Drawing 1
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Mermaid Drawing 2
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U4
Tips and Recommendations
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Healthy Habits to Create a Drawing Habit
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Tips to Overcome Mental Blocks
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How to Show Your Art
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FP
Final project
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Fantasy Sketchbook: Draw Characters from Imagination
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FAQs
Domestika's courses are online classes that provide you with the tools and skills you need to complete a specific project. Every step of the project combines video lessons with complementary instructional material, so you can learn by doing. Domestika's courses also allow you to share your own projects with the teacher and with other students, creating a dynamic course community.
All courses are 100% online, so once they're published, courses start and finish whenever you want. You set the pace of the class. You can go back to review what interests you most and skip what you already know, ask questions, answer questions, share your projects, and more.
The courses are divided into different units. Each one includes lessons, informational text, tasks, and practice exercises to help you carry out your project step by step, with additional complementary resources and downloads. You'll also have access to an exclusive forum where you can interact with the teacher and with other students, as well as share your work and your course project, creating a community around the course.
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oliver.take
Muito bom, você aprende a se despreocupar com os traços, seguir o fluxo do desenho.
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supremecastle_claudia
ottimo,
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davidsantos_dk
Muy buena la técnica de dibujante nocturno, por eso compré el curso y poder mejorar en mis proyectos y me parece genial
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ferrernoir
PlusExcelente curso, professor muito didático e conhecedor do que ensina. Parabéns!
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sabinaein2000
Muy buenas indicaciones y consejos. Se aprenden buenos tips.
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