Learn On Your Own Schedule
Level up your skills on your own timeline. All course materials are available to you 24/7.
13 Projects/21+ Hours
Master designing for motion with 13 projects and over 21 hours of video training.
Certificate on completion
Receive a SOM verified credential when you complete this course to help you with your career.
Intermediate
This is an intermediate course, ideal for those with a few years of motion design or animation experience under their belts.
Course Overview
In Illustration for Motion you'll learn the foundations of modern illustration from Sarah Beth Morgan. You’ll discover a range of illustrative styles through mock client briefs meant to mimic jobs found in the real world. By the end of the course, you'll be equipped to create incredible illustrated works of art that you can use in your animation projects right away.
You Get:
21+ hours of video training
13 real-world projects
Supplemental podcasts and PDF Guides
Unlimited personalized critique on your work
Access to our 24/7 online community
Verified credential upon completion of the coursework
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Course syllabus.
Familiarize Yourself with the Course
Get started with creating digital illustrations in Adobe Photoshop using a Wacom Tablet or just pen and paper. Dive into your first exercise to assess your skills.
Creating Strong Concepts
This week, break down scripts, generate concepts, and solve creative problems. Start with crafting illustration options for a client, then develop a black and white line work illustration with a pop of color.
Break things down into Basic Forms and Shapes
Explore abstracting objects to appear "flat" but with depth early in the week, then add stylized textures and shading to enhance mood and feeling in your illustrations.
Breaking through Imposter Syndrome
Dedicate this week to focusing intensely on your illustrations, with bonus content on becoming a professional illustrator and overcoming early career challenges.
1, 2, & 3 Point Perspective
Master different perspectives in illustration—1 point, 2 point, bird's eye, and isometric. Learn to add style and when it's acceptable to adjust accuracy.
Creating Charming Characters
Focus on drawing human forms in poses without facial details initially. Later, add expressions and turn objects into characters, with a stylized approach.
Working with Illustrations as an Animator
During Focus Week, delve deeper into your projects with insights on collaborating effectively as an illustrator with animators.
Defining a Style
Learn about various illustration styles, understand their visual and emotional appeal, and apply these styles to projects, including one that replicates a historical look.
Put Your Skills to the Test
For your final project, combine all learned skills to create a unique piece from a client brief. This work will be a standout addition to your portfolio.
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