Conceptualisation and Techniques of Digital Illustration
A course by Raul Urias , Illustrator
Learn to create an illustrated poster, from the client brief to the final artwork
Learn to create an illustrated poster, from the client brief to the final artwork
Looking to digitally prepare a poster that combines a unique color palette, detailed linework, and intricate compositions? Explore Raul Urias's artistic process and learn to design instantly recognizable pieces that are full of personality. An illustrator and visual artist, Raul is inspired by pop culture, traditions, and history as seen through art, which he reinterprets with a modern twist for clients such as Google, Nike, Vans, Converse, and ESPN.
In this online course, he shares his approach to developing a concept and transforming it into an illustrated poster, from the initial idea to the final details.
What will you learn in this online course?
23 lessons & 28 downloads
- 99% positive reviews (155)
- 2,993 students
- 23 lessons (4h 51m)
- 28 additional resources (13 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Spanish
- Spanish · English · Portuguese
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
Recommended software for this course
Adobe PhotoshopWhat is this course's project?
Use a client brief as the basis for creating a digital poster, from the initial concept to final presentation.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Illustrators, designers, drawing artists, and anyone interested in learning about the entire process of digital illustration.
Requirements and materials
Basic knowledge of drawing and Photoshop is required. As for materials, you need a computer with Adobe Photoshop installed. A graphics tablet is also recommended.
Reviews
A course by Raul Urias
Raul Urias is a Mexican illustrator and designer whose artworks stand out thanks to their unique compositions and color palettes. He is truly passionate about popular culture, comics, and cinema. He is also inspired by culture and traditions, which he observes and reinterprets in his work from an artistic perspective.
Some of his clients include Nike, ESPN, Converse, TBWA, Sony Music, Gatorade, The New Republic, and FOX Sports. His signature illustrations have traveled around the world as part of both individual and group exhibitions.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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Influences
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U2
The project
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Art direction
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Brief
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Moodboard
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U3
Composition
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Composition and layout
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Hierarchy of elements and composition
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Simple bocetaje
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U4
Drawing
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Introduction to drawing
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Drawing exercises
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Sketching with and over photographic reference
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Final sketch
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U5
Line art
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Introduction to Types of Line Art
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Line art styles I
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Line art styles II
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Final line art I
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Final line art II
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U6
Color and final piece
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Theory of color
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Creation of color palette
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Application of color palette I
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Application of color palette II
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Final color
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Presentation of the project
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FP
Final project
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Conceptualization and digital illustration techniques
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What to expect from a Domestika course
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Learn at your own pace
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Learn from the best professionals
Learn valuable methods and techniques explained by top experts in the creative sector.
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Meet expert teachers
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Certificates
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Get front-row seats
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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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Connect with a global creative community
The community is home to millions of people from around the world who are curious and passionate about exploring and expressing their creativity.
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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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dlbbahia
one of the best courses I've ever taken at Domestika, if not the best. Each module has a lot of in-depth information. The references and influences established by the professor demonstrate not only his knowledge of design but also an extremely good taste in art history. I will watch and review the course, because it has several layers of learning. I would buy it again 1000 times.
cameliapeiu
Amazing course! Love it!
vanessaparreira1
Incrível ver todo o processo de criação. Já era fã e, agora, sou mais ainda! Super recomendo
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aikovalmail
Very useful course! A++ recommended
mayerline16
Es de los mejores cursos que he realizado, muy recomendado!
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