
Drawing and Illustration for Beginners
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Everyone can learn to draw once they know these simple art techniques. Start drawing immediately and develop your artistic passion by following these inspiring videos!
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- Course access: 60 days - Study at your own pace
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Would you love to draw a beautiful picture? You can! Our video course, created by popular YouTube artist Shayda Campbell, shows you how to draw with easy-to-follow videos. You watch and follow her example. Release your inner artist, express yourself on paper and learn to draw with confidence.
This course is for everyone who wants to be more creative, no matter their skill level. You’ll get to know different art techniques such as contour drawing, shading, and adding depth and perspective. Then you’ll move on to creating a floral illustration, which is Shayda’s top passion, before drawing everyday objects, learning to make orginal cards and journal pages.
You’ll quickly build your confidence and ability with this course! Whether you’re looking for a satisfying hobby or want to sell your art work, this course will unleash the artist that lies within us all. Imagine the pleasure you’ll give people when they receive a unique card or painting created by you!
Drawing is also good for you. It’s great exercise for your brain as you become more observant of things around you and become more creative. It’s fabulous for your hand-eye coordination and it’s an amazing stress buster as you become immersed in your drawing.
Be inspired to learn to draw by signing up for our creative video course. The beauty of video is that you can see exactly what you need to do and pause the recording at any time so you can really take your time with your practice. Sign up now and start drawing!
You’ll be introduced to Shayda Campbell, who’ll show you how to create simple but very effective works of art. Following her step-by-step videos you will be drawing beautiful works of art. You’ll learn to draw:
flowers and foliage, which make super cards for family and friends as well as journal spreads or fun artwork for your home
everyday objects. See them in a new light and turn them into works of art
In your own style, developing your own unique voice and point of view
You’ll learn the difference between drawing and illustration. A good illustration definition is that it is a visual explanation of a text, which can be used in books, newspapers, posters, video games, films or animations.
This video course will get your creative juices flowing, so you can enthusiastically create amazing and unique drawings or illustrations. Whether you have a passion for abstract art, realism or any artistic style in between, our Drawing And Illustration video course gives you the foundation to start drawing.
Who is this course for?
Everyone! Drawing is a wonderful exercise for the mind, eyes and hands. It helps us to become more observant by looking at things in a new light. It helps us to concentrate and it’s great for our hand-eye coordination
Everyone who is looking for a fun and pleasurable way to relax. Drawing helps us to ‘be in the moment’, so it is therapeutic and a fantastic mindfulness exercise
Any frustrated artist wishing to refresh scarcely-used creative skills by learning to draw again
People who are feeling stressed can improve their mood by getting wrapped up in their drawing and switching off from everyday life
People looking for an enjoyable hobby which they can do anywhere - at home or on location
Artists who would love to create unique gifts and cards for family and friends
People who would like to build a business or profitable sideline selling their drawings, illustrations or cards
Anyone looking for ways to be more creative or expressive should learn to illustrate or draw as it helps us to open our imagination
People who would love to be able to create lasting memories by sketching loved ones, including their pets, or places that are dear to them
Anyone interested in an art career and wants to learn to draw different objects
Therapists can encourage their clients to learn to illustrate or draw to help with depression, mindfulness or Alzheimer’s
Requirements
This Drawing course is open to all, with no formal entry requirements.
Career path
Sell handmade cards, illustrations or paintings online or in a shop
Be a freelance artist
Study further for a career such as a:
graphic designer
illustrator
theater or film set designer
multimedia artist
book illustrator
comic book artist
criminal sketch artist
Use your artistic skills to complement your existing role as a writer, designer, editor, publisher or photographer
Questions and answers
Would I need to have illustrator and/or CAD software to be able to partake in this course?
Answer:Hey Kayleigh, thank you for your query. No formal qualifications are required to study with us. Our courses are suitable if you want to learn new skills, start a new career, or if you’re already working in a particular industry and wish to upgrade your talents and enhance your resume. Regards, Alicia
This was helpful.Can primary school children do this?
Answer:Hi Chi, Thank you for your query. Our "Drawing and Illustration for Beginners" course has no age limit. It is designed for anyone with an interest in learning and in a manner that considers the needs of all age categories. However, and due to GDPR regulations, a parental consent is requested under 16. Kaoutar - IOA Team
This was helpful.How old do you have to be to do this course?
Answer:Thank you for your query. There is no age-restriction to avail of our courses. Our course was designed in a way that is accessible to both beginners and experienced students.
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