Guided course

Guided Course: Create Fantastic Universes

A guided course by Charlötte , Graphic Designer and Illustrator

Graphic Designer and Illustrator. Mexico City, Mexico.
Joined July 2019

Create fantastic digital illustrations with your own style by exploring composition, color, and texture techniques in Illustrator.

Guided course

Discover the magic of creating fantastical universes with digital illustrations that reflect your unique style. Learn to find inspiration in imaginary worlds and develop compelling visual compositions. Master the art of precise tracing in Illustrator and bring your creations to life with vibrant colors, immersive textures, and nuances that add depth. Throughout the process, you'll explore creative digital techniques that will allow you to build a visual universe that showcases your artistic personality.

From the initial sketch to the final touches, each step will bring you closer to creating a unique and detailed illustration, ready to be added to your portfolio or shared with the world. Discover how to adjust contrasts and details to enhance your visual signature, while watching a timelapse of the entire creative process. Dare to design a universe where imagination knows no bounds, combining technique, creativity, and a personal touch that will make your work stand out.

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What will you learn in this online course?

8 lessons & 11 downloads

Composition and sketch
10 minutes, 53 seconds
Strokes in Illustrator
20 minutes, 1 second
Base colors
10 minutes, 38 seconds
Final touches
17 minutes, 59 seconds
  • 100% positive reviews (4)
  • 191 students
  • 8 lessons (1h 43m)
  • 11 additional resources (4 files)
  • Online and at your own pace
  • Available on the app
  • Audio: Spanish, German, English, French, Italian, Dutch, Polish, Portuguese, Turkish
  • Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish · Romanian · Indonesian
  • Level: Beginner
  • Unlimited access forever

What is this course's project?

The project culminates in the creation of a unique digital illustration that represents a personal fantasy universe. Students will explore inspiration, develop a composition, define lines and colors, and enhance their work with textures and details, thus consolidating their visual style.

Who is this online course for?

Illustrators, designers, and digital artists interested in creating unique imaginary worlds will find valuable techniques in this course. Ideal for those who want to develop a personal style and explore new creative horizons in fantasy illustration.

Requirements and materials

No in-depth prior knowledge is required, but basic Illustrator skills and a computer with the software installed are essential. Paper and pencil are also needed to sketch out ideas before digitizing them.


Reviews

191 Students
4 Reviews
100% Positive ratings

Charlötte

Charlötte
A guided course by Charlötte

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Graphic Designer and Illustrator

Karla Hernández, better known as Charlötte, is a Mexican graphic designer and illustrator with experience in branding. One of her biggest passions is designing brand identities, a process where she can experiment with different illustration techniques and styles based on the client's needs.

Through her work, she has also developed a signature illustration style that combines hand painting with watercolors and digital tools. Her main sources of inspiration are the female figure, colors, and the organic lines found in nature. Throughout her career, she has collaborated with big-name brands including Shake Shack, Nespresso, Glenmorangie, Halls, adidas, Warner Brothers, DC, and Marc Jacobs.


Content

  • Guided Course: Create Fantastic Universes

    • Podcast: Personal Mythologies
    • How to find the magic
    • Composition and sketch
    • Strokes in Illustrator
    • Base colors
    • Color nuances, spots and textures
    • Final touches
    • To know more: timelapse of my creative process
    • Final project

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    Learn valuable methods and techniques explained by top experts in the creative sector.

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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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Guided Course: Create Fantastic Universes . Illustration course by Charlötte

Guided Course: Create Fantastic Universes

A guided course by Charlötte
Graphic Designer and Illustrator. Mexico City, Mexico.
Joined July 2019
  • 100% positive reviews (4)
  • 191 students