Digital illustration with coloured pencils
A course by Mercedes deBellard , Illustrator
Learn to draw digitally with a traditional finish
Learn to draw digitally with a traditional finish
The illustrations of Mercedes deBellard became viral thanks to platforms such as Pinterest or Tumblr, nowadays her style is easily recognizable and many customers want to collaborate with her.
In this introductory course in digital drawing, you will learn to imitate the traditional technique of illustration with colored pencils using the computer to make your illustrations of animal themes, obtaining a warm style and full of nuances, like the one Mercedes uses in her work.
What will you learn in this online course?
10 lessons & 11 downloads
- 95% positive reviews (330)
- 3,540 students
- 10 lessons (1h 13m)
- 11 additional resources (6 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?
You will draw an illustration of three animals using the digital technique of painting with colored pencils, from the sketch to the final touches.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
To anyone interested in getting started in the digital illustration that wants to obtain very natural results using a very simple technique, simulating the traditional colored pencils.
Requirements and materials
Only basic knowledge of Photoshop is necessary, since the technique that Mercedes will explain to you is very simple.
With respect to the materials, you will need a computer with Photoshop and it is also advisable to use a graphic tablet.
Reviews
A course by Mercedes deBellard
Mercedes deBellard began working as an illustrator while finishing her degree in Fine Arts at the University of Granada and working as a waitress. Soon he decided to dedicate himself exclusively to drawing and clients such as Warner Bros, Movistar, The Sunday Times, Telegraph UK, The English Court or The Guardian knocked on his door.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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Influences
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U2
First steps
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Looking for references
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Brushes
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Sketch
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U3
Coloring!
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Colored I
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Colored II
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Colored III
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U4
Final retouching
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Corrections
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Matize the color
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FP
Final project
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Digital illustration with colored pencils
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claudiojs_silva
Un curso corto pero que va al grano, conciso y bien explicativo. 5 estrellas!
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marian.snovell
Good and fast.
cdegans
Très bon cours, très pédagogique et enthousiasmant !
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gilpura
Muy bueno!
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talinahernandez
Es un curso precioso. Aprendí mucho, ojalá hubiera más cursos como este de técnicas específicas para mejorar
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