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This Vector Premium Tutorial is Filled with Creative Instruction and Tips
In this tutorial I show how I create a character I’ve named the “Cactus King.” My normal approach to designing is to create a sketch on paper first, scan and then build in digital form. However for this character project I wanted to explore creating in vector right from the get go. This tutorial covers a complete and comprehensive workflow. You’ll learn interesting techniques, such as creating dimensional images using shapes and layers, usage of gradients and opacities to shade the character, and more.
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This is a Fun and Professional Tutorial
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Super Duper Cactus! Awesome!
cool looking cactus there, i might try it out
This is really a PLUS level tutorial, might join for this. :)
This tutorial makes me want to get a plus membership. I’m weak with gradients in vector art. Good tutorial!
Nice.
‘This is a Fun and Professional Tutorial’
Think it’s time you thought of a new sub-heading? :P
It’s great and easily, so I can see it… thanks
he he very cool
The lighting and gradients on this piece are really nice.
I love this Illustration, probably one of my favorites i’ve laid eyes on in a while. I think I may eve attempt to follow the tutorial, of course making some personal changes. haha. Thank you very much for this.! love the tuts.