Color and composition for creating illustrations that resemble movie scenes - 映画のワンシーンのようなイラストを描くための色彩と構図 [Coloso, ikuta (幾田)]
- Publisher
- Coloso
- Product Type
- Video Course
- Product URL
- https://coloso.jp/products/illustrator-ikuta2-jp
- Author
- Ikuta (幾田)
- Language
- Japanese, GBC Dub, English Subtitles
- Duration
- 27:11
- Release date
- May 16, 2025
- Skill level
- Project Files
- Yes
- Product Price
- $197
Creating Striking Illustrations Like a Cinematic Movie Scene That Captures the Eye
With overwhelming attention to detail and a distinctive style that feels as though you’re peering into a character’s inner world, illustrator Ikuta has captivated audiences around the world.In this second installment of the course, Ikuta introduces the “eye guidance” techniques refined through their own creative process. By learning how to apply lighting and shadow for dramatic effect and how to create depth through perspective, you’ll gain practical insights into creating truly memorable illustrations.
Have you ever found your hand freezing at the start of a drawing - or felt like you were working aimlessly and losing sight of what you wanted to create?
This course is designed for artists who struggle at the beginning or midway through the illustration process. You’ll learn how to think about visual direction, create strong and consistent color roughs, and apply concrete eye-guiding techniques to keep your work focused and intentional.
To emphasize the main subject, the key lies in how you use lighting, color, and perspective. Packed with practical skills for maximizing your concept and visual impact, this curriculum invites you to experience a hands-on creative journey - only on Coloso.
Ikuta’s Portfolio
Course Example Assignments
Character Illustration Techniques Learned Through Practical Examples:
- How to determine the main focal point of an illustration
- Understanding focal placement through geometric simplification
- Creating effective color roughs
- Building color roughs using reference materials
- Applying color to motifs effectively
- Coloring techniques using gradient maps
- Drawing perspective directly over photographs
- Creating room interiors with perspective in mind
- Final assignment
About the Instructor: Ikuta
Nice to meet you. My name is Ikuta, and I am an illustrator primarily working with digital illustration. My creative philosophy centers on conveying a sense of realism by allowing viewers to glimpse the inner emotions of my characters - through detailed rendering and thoughtful texture expression.Many artists struggle with controlling overall color harmony and lighting, or with how to begin a drawing and construct a strong rough. In this course, I’ll walk you through my complete workflow - from idea generation and defining the main subject to rough creation and final rendering. I’ll also share the key considerations I focus on at each stage, offering insights you can apply directly to your own creative process.
Key Takeaways from This Course
How to Draw Illustrations That Feel Like a Scene from a Movie
Learn how to build atmosphere by referencing films and photography, carefully considering color tones and lighting. From defining the core message and focal point of your piece to mastering shadow placement and saturation balance for eye guidance, you’ll gain a deep understanding of Ikuta’s unique approach.Techniques for Making the Main Subject Stand Out
Discover how to create space using perspective and compose your illustration to highlight the focal point. You’ll learn how to balance areas of high and low saturation and manipulate edges and boundaries to enhance depth and visual clarity.Understanding Light, Color, and Creating Effective Color Roughs
Explore essential tools and methods for color adjustment, with a strong focus on coloring techniques using gradient maps. By learning how to control saturation and brightness while maintaining visual harmony, you’ll build skills that can be applied to your everyday illustration work.
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