Editorial Illustration: From Concept to Published Artwork
A course by Tim Peacock , Illustrator and Cartoonist
Learn how to build strong visual concepts and gain a comprehensive understanding of the editorial industry
Learn how to build strong visual concepts and gain a comprehensive understanding of the editorial industry
Illustrators have the ability to conceptualize the ideas behind a text into a single image, making them an important part of the storytelling within magazines, newspapers, and other visual mediums.
Join illustrator and cartoonist Tim Peacock as he unveils his creative process from first sketch to final details. Explore his editorial illustration work and learn how to create memorable visuals that enhance the message of any written text. Discover how to prepare illustration work for publishing and get some expert tips on promoting your work through networking and a solid portfolio.
What will you learn in this online course?
27 lessons & 17 downloads
- 100% positive reviews (83)
- 1,908 students
- 27 lessons (4h 28m)
- 17 additional resources (4 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English
- English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
Recommended software for this course
Adobe PhotoshopWhat is this course's project?
Create an original, publication-ready illustration based on a written text.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course is for anyone who is interested in illustration–especially editorial illustration–and wants to learn new techniques for enhancing their drawing and creative thinking skills.
Requirements and materials
A basic understanding of drawing fundamentals is recommended but not necessary to take this course.
To create your illustration, any medium or technique can be used. Tim will focus on using a digital drawing tablet with Adobe Photoshop.
Reviews
A course by Tim Peacock
Tim Peacock is an illustrator and cartoonist currently based in Brooklyn, NY. He graduated from Ringling College of Art and Design with a BFA in illustration. Specializing in editorial and advertising, Tim’s work has been recognized by The Society of Illustrators, American Illustration, The Society of Publication Designers, and CMYK, to name a few.
His client list includes editorials such as The New York Times, The New Yorker, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, The Boston Globe, NBC News, The Atlantic, Playboy, Billboard, MIT Technology Review, and Vice.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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What Will We Do in This Course?
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U2
Inside Illustration
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Introduction to Editorial
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What Is a Brief? What Information Should We Focus On?
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What Makes a Good Illustration?
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U3
Creating Original Ideas and Sketches
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The Importance of Thumbnail Sketches
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Coming Up with Original Concepts from Our Brief
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Creating Your Thumbnail Sketches 1
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Creating Your Thumbnail Sketches 2
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Creating Your Thumbnail Sketches 3
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U4
Creating the Final Line Work
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Alternative: Working Traditionally 1
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Alternative: Working Traditionally 2
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Refining Your Sketch 1
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Refining Your Sketch 2
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Final Line Work
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U5
Color, Texture, and Final Touches
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Color Flats
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Shadows and Lighting
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Creating Your Own Textures from Scratch
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Applying the Final Colors and Final Touches 1
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Applying the Final Colors and Final Touches 2
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Applying the Final Colors and Final Touches 3
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Applying the Final Colors and Final Touches 4
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U6
Getting Started and Navigating the Industry
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Building a Portfolio
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Finding Prospective Clients
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Getting Your Work Out There
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Business Practices and Expectations
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FP
Final project
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Editorial Illustration: From Concept to Published Artwork
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What to expect from a Domestika course
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Learn valuable methods and techniques explained by top experts in the creative sector.
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Meet expert teachers
Each expert teaches what they do best, with clear guidelines, true passion, and professional insight in every lesson.
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Certificates
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Share knowledge and ideas
Ask questions, request feedback, or offer solutions. Share your learning experience with other students in the community who are as passionate about creativity as you are.
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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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cally1967
PlusI enjoyed this course. It is nice when the instructors aren’t afraid of sharing information.
rdarida
He explains all the details well. I like his style and technique very much. I really recommend his class!
francescoj
Ottima esperienza!
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cligeia
excelente, explica rápido pero bien!
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very complete course :)