Digital Watercolor Illustration: Picture Books about Architecture

Learn to create stunning digital watercolor illustrations that bring famous architects to life.

• Introduction
• Preparation
• From Mood Board to Final Sketch
• The Illustration
• Thinking Bigger
• Final project

Explore the fascinating world of architecture through the captivating medium of picture books. In this online course, discover how to create and design compelling stories for young audiences based on the lives of famous architects. Led by Victoria Tentler-Krylov, a renowned children's book author and illustrator, you'll embark on an inspiring journey that merges the realms of architecture and storytelling.

Delve into the process of crafting engaging narratives that educate and inspire children about the world of buildings, houses, and cities. Victoria, a trained architect herself, will share her unique insights and techniques for bringing architectural stories to life. Using watercolor as your primary tool, you'll learn to create captivating illustrations with its magical and dynamic qualities.

Throughout the course, you'll follow a step-by-step approach to develop your skills. You'll begin by selecting an idea, conducting research, and exploring references to lay the foundation for your story. Next, you'll choose a mood and create digital thumbnails and sketches to shape your final spread. You'll then dive into painting techniques, working with watercolor to infuse your illustrations with depth and character. Finally, Victoria will guide you in enhancing your artwork digitally and preparing it for delivery.

• About Me
• Influences
• Materials
• The Big Idea
• Research 1
• Research 2
• Execution: Examples, References, and Inspiration 1
• Execution: Examples, References, and Inspiration 2
• The Mood Board
• Thumbnails
• Final Sketches
• Preliminary Studies and Setup
• Painting with Watercolor 1
• Painting with Watercolor 2
• Working in Procreate
• Final Art Delivery and Collaboration with Art Director
• Pitching to Publishers
• Building Excitement around Your Book via Social Media
• The Right Book Cover
• Digital Watercolor Illustration