Vibrant Character Design with the Colors of Inclusivity
A course by Aurélia DurandGraphic Artist
A course by Aurélia Durand, Graphic Artist
Learn how to create fun and unique characters through digital illustration that celebrate diversity and transmit an impactful message to the world
Illustration is a powerful tool for communication. Graphic artist, Aurélia Durand is renowned for her colorful representation of inclusivity and the nuances of humanity in her artwork. Brands like Apple, Adidas, Nike and many more have used her illustrations to celebrate diversity. In this course, Aurélia shows you how to use your artistic voice as a joyful protest for unity.
Learn how to illustrate a community of diverse characters by exploring the digital tools of Adobe Illustrator. Create a meaningful illustration filled with life and color that can inspire your viewers and bring a smile to their face.
What will you learn in this online course?
15 lessons & 30 downloads
Illustration and Diversity
4 minutes, 47 seconds
Inspiration
3 minutes, 57 seconds
The Power of a Poster
16 minutes, 25 seconds
Drawing the Idea 1
16 minutes, 28 seconds
Drawing the Idea 2
13 minutes, 9 seconds
Drawing the Idea 3
18 minutes, 2 seconds
What's included in this course?
Meet Aurélia, graphic artist and your teacher for this course. She shares her creative journey, which started from childhood and led her to become the illustrator of a book that was a #1 New York Times Bestseller in 2020. Hear about her influences and sources of inspiration.
As an artist, Aurélia believes that visual representations can influence behavior and have the power to change people’s view of the world. Explore the work of renowned illustrators who have made a positive impact with their illustrations. Discover the communicative power of a poster and how it can be a dynamic medium to spread a meaningful message. Then, develop a couple of ideas by sketching them on paper.
Aurélia shows you how to digitize your drawing in Adobe Illustrator and shares her creative process when enhancing images. Bring your characters’ personality to life by defining their facial expressions and body language. Learn how to work with color to create a striking yet harmonious composition. Add the final touches by redefining lines and color.
Learn how to format your illustration to fit a poster size ready to be printed. Aurélia also shows you how to format your design in different sizes suitable for a card or A4 paper. She also covers the best formats for different social media platforms. To wrap up the course, Aurélia shares some ideas to share your artwork with the world and reach a larger audience.
Recommended software & tools for this course
What is this course's project?
Create a poster depicting a diverse, empowered, and united community.
Who is this online course for?
This course is for anyone interested in learning digital illustration as a way to speak up about inclusivity.
Requirements and materials
No previous experience is necessary. Aurélia takes you step-by-step through the illustration process.
To take this course, all you need is a sketchbook, a pencil and a computer with Illustrator or similar software.
Reviews
- lisaweinsbergerPLUS1 year ago
I've been following you on IG for a while, Aurelia and was among the first hundred to buy your course :D It came just in time as I was actually trying to create similiar art as a b-day present for a friend. Yay! Looking forward to discovering your process, and can't wait to create a colorful artwork of my own. Much love from Austria <3
- maura_bozemanPLUS2 years ago
Great! She presents a straight-forward explanation of a technique for a project, which is widely applicable to whatever you are illustrating.
- 4 years ago
Bastante interesante!
- 4 years ago
gooooooooooooood
- 4 years ago
Recomendo esse curso! Principalmente para se ter de referência a artista e sua produção
Her client list includes Amazon, Apple, Adobe, Nike, Facebook, The New York Times, Adidas, Magnum, Sephora, The New Yorker, Tinder, Banksy, and more. In 2020, she illustrated the book This Book Is Anti-Racist: 20 Lessons on How to Wake Up, Take Action, and Do the Work, alongside author Tiffany Jewell, which was a New York Times Bestseller and recommended by Oprah’s Book Club, Teen Vogue, Time, and more. Aurélia has been featured in publications for Design matters Dk, Adobe Max Conference, VICE UK, Pinterest, AFROPUNK, Elite Daily, and others.
Content
- U1
Introduction
- About Me
- Influences
- U2
Conceptualize Your Artwork
- Illustration and Diversity
- Inspiration
- The Power of a Poster
- Drawing the Idea 1
- Drawing the Idea 2
- Drawing the Idea 3
- U3
Drawing With Illustrator
- Digitalize the Illustration
- Color 1
- Color 2
- Final Touches
- U4
Finalizing and Last Words
- Exporting Artwork
- Ensuring Inclusivity in Your Work
- Sharing Your Poster
- FP
Final project
- Vibrant Character Design with the Colors of Inclusivity
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FAQs
Yes, this course is beginner-friendly and designed for those new to illustration, design, and creative expression. No advanced experience is required to start.
You’ll need basic art supplies for sketching, access to Adobe Illustrator for digital work, and a Pinterest account for gathering references. No specialized equipment is required.
You’ll learn inclusive book illustration, expressive character design, poster creation, color theory, diverse representation, digital illustration techniques, and how to work with clients or publish illustrated books.
The course covers augmented reality, pop art, serigraphy, street sketching, diverse character drawing, inclusive illustration, poster design, moodboards, geometric furniture, and working with international clients.
Yes, the course is designed for beginners, including those with no previous digital art experience. Step-by-step instructions will help you get started with digital tools.
Yes, the course focuses on inclusive illustration, teaching you how to draw diverse characters, represent various cultures and body types, and incorporate heritage into your artwork.
You’ll learn to use Pinterest and other online platforms to create moodboards, find artistic references, and organize visual inspiration for your projects.