Dip Pen and Ink Illustration: Capturing The Natural World
A course by Philip Harris , Freelance Illustrator
Joined March 2021
Illustrate evocative scenes inspired by your surroundings using line work and hatching techniques
Illustrate evocative scenes inspired by your surroundings using line work and hatching techniques
Joined March 2021
The finesse of dip pen and ink allows you to use light, form, and shadow to bring landscapes to life. Illustrator Philip Harris uses the technique to illustrate editorial articles, product packaging, and books for clients including Superdrug, Kohler, DK Books, and NowTV.
In this course, he teaches you how to create evocative illustrations of nature using dip pen and ink. Learn how to capture the sounds, smells, shapes, and textures of the world around you using traditional techniques. Are you ready to bring out the mysterious beauty of nature with a dip pen?
What will you learn in this online course?
13 lessons & 20 downloads
- 100% positive reviews (449)
- 10,552 students
- 13 lessons (2h 9m)
- 20 additional resources (9 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
What is this course's project?
Create a wildlife-inspired illustration using a variety of dip pen and ink drawing techniques.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Anyone with an interest in learning to illustrate using dip pen and ink techniques or looking to connect with nature through art.
Requirements and materials
No previous experience is necessary, as Philip will walk you step-by-step through the techniques he uses.
In terms of materials, you will need paper, an eraser, a ruler, pencils, a dip pen, a dip pen holder, ink, and fine liners.
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A course by Philip Harris
Philip Harris is a freelance illustrator who lives and works in Devon, England. Growing up, drawing was always an important part of his life thanks to his grandfather’s collection of sketchbooks and illustrations. He later went on to study illustration at the University of Plymouth. During his second year, Philip inherited some of his grandfather’s equipment, including a collection of dip pens and nibs, which introduced him to the technique he uses today.
Since graduating, he has worked with clients including Superdrug, Kohler, DK Books, Jack Daniel’s, Le Parisien Magazine, NowTV, New Scientist, ARTE, Goodwood Revival, Delve, Kilkenny Irish Red Ale, and Which? Money. Philip also shares his illustrations with over 20K followers on Instagram.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
Preparation
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Introduction to Sketching in Nature
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Tools and Materials
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Finding Your Image
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U3
Tips and Technique
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Introduction to Using a Dip-Pen
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Highlight, Volume and Depth
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Observational Pen and Ink
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U4
Creating Your Image
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Sketching Your First Ideas
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Basic Outline in Ink
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Cross-Hatching and Fine Line Work
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U5
Post-Production
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Adding Your Border
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Sharing and Selling Your Ink Sketches
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FP
Final project
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Dip Pen Illustration: Capturing The Natural World
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fabiennebegonia
Bon cours, intéressant expliqué de manière progressive
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chiks
Great course
esthercitaluna77
Explica muy bien la técnica y el uso de materiales.
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elias_rivera
Buen curso y exelente tecnica del instructor
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kr_4_aszak_art
This has been so far one of the best courses I have taken on Domestika.org. Philip's technique, his explanation and the speed of the course helped me to achieve the skill of building texture with lines and dots only. I have found that a broader dip pen helped me better than a fine brush to fill in the really dark areas. I still have a lot to practice but my final project looked way better than I had imagined it would turn out. All this thanks to Philip and credits go to his explanations. Thanks!