Category: DMA395

What did you learn? In this project, I learned about various kinds of educational illustration. Through the labs, I got more comfortable using the pen tool and working with gradients in Illustrator, and I also learned how to work with an isometric grid in Illustrator. What was easy? Sketching out each individual element of the…

What did you learn? In this project, I learned what spot illustration is, various methods for creating it, and how to create a cohesive set of themed spot illustrations while sticking to a consistent style and limited color palette. What was easy? Coming up with a theme and color palette and sketching out my ideas…

What did you learn? In this project, I learned various techniques for creating an illustrated portrait using both Illustrator and Photoshop. I learned how to use some new tools in Photoshop like the mixer brush and smudge tool, how to create custom brushes, how to use a Wacom tablet and pen for more precision, and…