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Magical Pen & Ink Illustration / Drawing & Illustrating Practices in Ink for Beginners
4.1(383)33k studentsBEGINNER
Korshub's take
Build Confidence with Ink
Whether you're curious about the medium, working to improve, or starting from absolute zero, this class demystifies pen and ink illustration. You'll explore tools, mark-making, texture techniques, and the effects of line variation.
Core Techniques
- Tool fundamentals and how different pens behave
- Hatching, cross-hatching, and stippling
- Texture and pattern creation
- Mark-making and grunge texture
By the end, you'll feel comfortable experimenting with ink and eager to try new approaches—turning a sometimes-intimidating medium into a creative tool you actually reach for.
About this course
If you want to improve your inking, learn more about the medium, or are an absolute beginner, this class is for you! Some of the things you will learn are:
- What Supplies to Get
- How Different Tools Act
- Line Variation and Why it's Important
- Hatching, Cross-Hatching, Stippling, and More
- Textures and Illustrative Patterns
- Mark Making & Grunge Textures
- Other Tips & Tricks
By the end of this class you should feel more comfortable working with ink and excited to try out all the fun stuff we learned. The techniques will take your pen and ink illustration to a whole new level! :)
Access
Skillshare membershipIncluded with a Skillshare subscription
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