Vector Illustration for Vibrant Compositions
A course by Erikas Chesonis , Graphic Designer and Illustrator
Create simple vector graphics and transform them into cohesive compositions that reflect your artistic style by exploring typeface, color, and texture
Create simple vector graphics and transform them into cohesive compositions that reflect your artistic style by exploring typeface, color, and texture
“Art can provide a unique perspective on the world. My goal is to make our everyday life prettier and put smiles on my viewers’ faces.”
Brands he has worked with:
Graphic designer and illustrator Erikas Chesonis distill subjects into their simplest forms using geometric vector designs, limited palettes, and type. Then, he puts it all together like a puzzle. His eclectic, ever-changing style has seen him work with products and clients like Apple, HP, Audible, and Intuit.
In this online course, Erikas teaches you how to create simple vector graphics of your own and lay them out in one cohesive image. Learn to combine multiple illustrations to make a poster of a place you love using digital tools. Create compositions that showcase your distinctive style!
What will you learn in this online course?
20 lessons & 28 downloads
- 99% positive reviews (80)
- 2,504 students
- 20 lessons (3h 45m)
- 28 additional resources (7 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
Recommended software for this course
Adobe IllustratorWhat is this course's project?
Create a poster for a place you love, combining multiple illustrations into one composition.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course is for anyone with an interest in turning vector graphics into striking compositions using digital tools.
Requirements and materials
Previous experience with Procreate, Adobe Illustrator, or other vector software is recommended.
In terms of materials, you will need access to a device with these programs installed.
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A course by Erikas Chesonis
Erikas Chesonis is a graphic designer and illustrator based in Austin, Texas. He’s been drawing his whole life, and started creating sports logos and uniforms in early high school while learning to use Photoshop. He later went on to study marketing and communications with a minor in information design. Alongside his studies, he continued to learn through online tutorials while creating artwork for friends, as well as event posters that were displayed on campus. After graduating, Erikas began working at different agencies on branding, web design, and presentations.
Since then, he’s worked as an in-house designer for Apple, as well as with brands like HP. Erikas currently works as a designer at Seige Media, helping to make information easily digestible through illustration for brands like Audible, Intuit, and more.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
The First Steps
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What We Will Do in This Course
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Brainstorming Ideas
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Gathering Reference Images
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U3
The Sketch
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Loose Sketching
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Exploring Your Style
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Cleaning Up the Sketches
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U4
Rendering
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Creating the Line Drawings 1
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Creating the Line Drawings 2
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Adding Typography
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Choosing the Color Palette
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Applying Color 1
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Applying Color 2
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Adding Texture with Brushes
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U5
The Layout
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Setting up the Composition with a Grid
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Tapping into an Open Mindset
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The Final Touches: Creating Cohesion
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Printing and Sharing the Poster
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Taking the Illustration Further
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FP
Final project
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Vector Illustration for Vibrant Compositions
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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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cavell28
I love this course! I've learned so much. Instructor does a great job explaining their process.
yolandaecoria
Exelente curso. te enseña mas alla del dibujo. Filosofía propia
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karina_smiller
Sehr guter Kurs, das Wissen wird gut nachvollziehbar vermittelt.
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voss
found this a great way to start learning illustrator
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I recently completed this course and found it to be extremely valuable and well-structured. The content was both informative and engaging, providing clear explanations of key concepts and practical applications. Each module built upon the previous one, allowing for a smooth progression of learning.