Build a vibrant, pattern-based isometric cityscape

Isometric grids are a great way to achieve a 3D/2D look. Couple them with a repeat pattern and you can achieve some striking effects. Step 1The isometric grid is a useful tool for drawing objects in perspective. It’s formed of vertical lines plus lines at 60 degrees to either side, all meeting at common points to form a web of equilateral triangles. We’ve provided one in the project files – an Illustrator document named Grid.ai. Step 2Like every great idea, our city begins in the sketchbook or layout pad, with a printout of the grid under the top sheet. Sketch some elements and scan them in. Step 3Import the grid into...

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APPLY COLOUR TO A FASHION ILLUSTRATION

Fashion illustration is often done to very tight deadlines and the artist can be required to work from life, with very little time in which to detail the figure and his or her surroundings fully. Here, how to balance a fashion composition while working at a snappy pace. You’ll place the figure on a grid of thirds to help you loosen up a bit with the sketching, and learn how to design a background that can be quickly and easily coloured. She also shows you how to colour around a complex hand-drawn shape and how to edit the drawing in preparation for colouring.The techniques here are especially pertinent to fashion illustration, but they can...

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