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Sketchbook Illustration with Colored Pencils

A course by Zoë Barker , Illustrator

Illustrator . Norwich, United Kingdom.
Joined August 2021

Improve your observational drawing skills by developing a consistent habit of sketching with colored pencils

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98% positive reviews (381)
8,519 students
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English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch

Improve your observational drawing skills by developing a consistent habit of sketching with colored pencils

Drawing is an honest, immediate, and raw form of creativity, and a sketchbook is a great place to start. For Zoë Barker, an illustrator whose clients include Harrods, Cartier, and The Telegraph, drawing with colored pencils in a personal sketchbook enabled her to rediscover her love for the art form and express herself in a personal way.

In this course, she teaches how to use colored pencils to achieve various effects like texture, color, and atmosphere. Explore what you can achieve with just line work and understand the benefits of keeping a sketchbook. Embrace drawing as play and watch yourself grow as an illustrator.

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What will you learn in this online course?

20 lessons & 16 downloads

Materials and Basic Technique 1
15 minutes, 43 seconds
Materials and Basic Technique 2
6 minutes, 48 seconds
Blending Colour
12 minutes, 55 seconds
Timed Exercises
19 minutes, 3 seconds
  • 98% positive reviews (381)
  • 8,519 students
  • 20 lessons (4h 50m)
  • 16 additional resources (8 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?

Draw an atmospheric scene with buildings and people from scratch using colored pencils.

Projects by course students

Who is this online course for?

This course is for anyone who wants to improve their drawing skills and start their own sketchbook.

Requirements and materials

No previous experience is required.

In terms of equipment, you will need a sketchbook, colored pencils, a smartphone, and other materials specified by the teacher in the course.


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8,519 Students
381 Reviews
98% Positive ratings
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Zoë Barker

A course by Zoë Barker

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Illustrator

Illustrator Zoë Barker has loved drawing from a young age. After studying fine art at Kingston University, she decided to pursue a career in illustration, working across editorial, advertising, and publishing. She took a break in 2011 to focus on personal projects and rediscover her love for the art form.

This period of reflection led her to realize the importance of keeping a sketchbook and finding joy in creating something that nobody else might ever see. For her, drawing can be an exploration and a form of therapy, as well as a hobby. Over a career spanning 15 years, taking her from London to Norwich, she has illustrated for clients like Harrods, Cartier, Liberty of London, and The Telegraph. She also illustrated the children’s book Feast Your Eyes On Food and showcases her work on her website and social media.


Content

  • U1

    Introduction

    • About Me
    • Influences
  • U2

    Why Keep a Sketchbook

    • Importance of Keeping a Sketchbook 1
    • Importance of Keeping a Sketchbook 2
    • Materials and Basic Technique 1
    • Materials and Basic Technique 2
    • Blending Colour
    • Timed Exercises
  • U3

    Observational Drawing Techniques

    • Object 1
    • Object 2
    • Street 1
    • Street 2
    • People 1
    • People 2
    • Bringing It All Together 1
    • Bringing It All Together 2
    • Bringing It All Together 3
  • U4

    Sharing and Connecting

    • Sharing Your Work on Social Media 1
    • Sharing Your Work on Social Media 2
    • Creating Routine and Healthy Habits
  • FP

    Final project

    • Sketchbook Illustration with Colored Pencils

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Sketchbook Illustration with Colored Pencils. Illustration course by Zoë Barker Best seller

Sketchbook Illustration with Colored Pencils

A course by Zoë Barker
Illustrator . Norwich, United Kingdom.
Joined August 2021
  • 98% positive reviews (381)
  • 8,519 students