Illustration basics

Entry requirements: None 

Do you have a rich imagination and want to learn how to turn it into images? Then this course is for you! During the lessons you will explore your way of telling stories, storytelling, using your own fascinations and interests. We will look at other illustrations and artworks for inspiration. 

Experimentation is a big part of this course. You will work with a variety of techniques and materials that you can apply to your illustration. You will also learn basic skills such as color, composition and emotion and how to apply them when illustrating. 

What you will learn

• Develop your own frame of reference 

• Apply new materials and techniques 

• The basics about use of color, composition and emotion 

• Develop your own style 

The course fee includes material costs!

About the teacher

Ellis Tolsma is a freelance illustrator and visual artist from Utrecht, the Netherlands. She uses a cheerful and graphic visual language inspired by vintage children’s books, patterns, and toys. Her creative process is rooted in playfulness and exploration, which often leads to unexpected results. Based in Utrecht, Ellis also runs Studio Misprint and believes in the importance of constantly reinventing the creative process and making mistakes along the way. 

For more information about the instructor, visit www.ellistolsma.nl/.