Dynamic Illustrations: Drawings that Pop Out of the Paper
A course by Ryan Smallman , Illustrator
Discover how to craft vibrant, dynamic illustrations. Improve your drawing skills and create captivating artwork that leaps off the page.
Discover how to craft vibrant, dynamic illustrations. Improve your drawing skills and create captivating artwork that leaps off the page.
Enter the exciting world of illustration with Ryan Smallman, a leading artist whose work is distinguished by its dynamism, organic strokes and vibrant colors that defy the limits of perspective. You'll explore how to create illustrations that transcend the 2D plane and come to life.
Ryan has collaborated with industry giants such as Disney, Marvel and Warner Bros, and has made his mark on projects such as posters for The Batman movie and Spider-Man pieces for Epic Games, among others. His passion for pop culture and superheroes is reflected in every stroke of his illustrations, and now, he will share his knowledge with you.
What will you learn in this online course?
15 lessons & 23 downloads
- 100% positive reviews (34)
- 1,565 students
- 15 lessons (2h 23m)
- 23 additional resources (5 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Portuguese
- Portuguese · Spanish · English · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
Recommended software for this course
Adobe PhotoshopWhat is this course's project?
You will create a version of your favorite character from pop culture. Following Ryan's lessons, you will apply all the concepts learned to bring a three-dimensional illustration to life, reflecting your creativity and mastery of the techniques taught in the course. This final project will allow you to apply your knowledge in a practical and challenging way.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course is ideal for aspiring illustrators and art enthusiasts who want to explore new dimensions in their creations. Ryan's teachings are suitable for both experienced artists and those taking their first steps into the world of illustration. Your technical skill level doesn't matter; what's important is your passion for developing vibrant and lively characters. Ready to inject energy and vitality into your artwork?
Requirements and materials
To make the most of this course, it's recommended to have a basic understanding of perspective in drawing. Ryan uses Photoshop and a graphic tablet in his lessons, but if you don't have these materials, you can still follow the classes using analog methods. The essential thing here is your enthusiasm and desire to dive into the fascinating world of illustration. So, prepare your artistic tools and get ready to embark on a unique creative journey.
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A course by Ryan Smallman
Meet Ryan Smallman, a passionate freelance illustrator with a deep love for pop culture and art. His experience includes collaborations with industry giants such as Disney, Marvel, and Warner Bros. He has also made a mark at prominent events like the Artists' Alley at CCXP and received a HQ Mix award nomination for New Talent for his independent comic "Busker."
Ryan's work is characterized by dynamic energy, organic strokes, and vibrant color palettes, always pushing the boundaries of perspective. In this course, Ryan shares his passion for pop culture and superheroes, aiming to help you capture maximum energy and dynamism in your illustrations, bringing them to life. Join him on this exciting creative journey and discover how to breathe life into your illustrations while exploring new dimensions in your art.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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Influences
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U2
Preparation and how to visualize your art
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Thinking in 3D
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Point of view and scale
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Silhouette: the most important principle!
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U3
Realization of the idea
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Theme and semantic panel
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Composition and thumbnail
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Creation of photographic references
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U4
Completion of the work
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Pencil: refining the details
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Final artwork: cleaning up the line
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Colorization 1
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Colorization 2
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Finishing and final touches
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U5
Export and share
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Share your drawing
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How to create a GIF of your process
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Final project
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Dynamic compositions for comics
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What to expect from a Domestika course
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Learn at your own pace
Enjoy learning from home without a set schedule and with an easy-to-follow method. You set your own pace.
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Learn from the best professionals
Learn valuable methods and techniques explained by top experts in the creative sector.
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Meet expert teachers
Each expert teaches what they do best, with clear guidelines, true passion, and professional insight in every lesson.
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Certificates
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Get front-row seats
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Share knowledge and ideas
Ask questions, request feedback, or offer solutions. Share your learning experience with other students in the community who are as passionate about creativity as you are.
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Connect with a global creative community
The community is home to millions of people from around the world who are curious and passionate about exploring and expressing their creativity.
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FAQs
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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renejarcem
Excelente curso, sensacional e com muito dinamismo.
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guuvilasboas
PlusCurso absurdo de bom!! Necessário demais p mudar a visão das suas ilustras, o mínimo q conseguir absorver desse curso, já vai ser um aprendizado gigante. Ryan é o brabo, Brasil ta na casa!! 🔥🔥
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nooubody
Ótimo curso para quem está iniciando, entrega modelo de workflow muito legal para estudo e prática, tudo explicado calmamente e detalhadamente mas sem ficar monótono. tmj ryan🤙🤙🤙
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lisnahir
He disfrutado mucho este curso, el profesor comparte información muy valiosa. Además es muy facil de seguir sus consejos. Lo recomiendo! :)
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oscar_ga7
Genial, aporta mucho
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