Whether you're a self-identifying crazy cat person or dog parent, or you prefer to admire animals from afar, chances are there is at least one critter that moves you. Soaring eagles are majestic; otherworldly octopuses inspire fascination; even your local raccoon might have caught your eye (along with your trash). Animals have been the subject of artworks for 40,000 years with pigs, bulls, and horses all making appearances in the most ancient cave paintings discovered. And now in My Modern Met Academy‘s online art class, titled Animal Portraits in Colored Inks, you can explore the natural world from home or create a meaningful homage to your beloved pet.
Taught by award-winning illustrator Anna Sokolova—who has worked with the likes of Netflix and Maison Margiela—the online art class is a perfect introduction to the medium of colored ink. The artist's thorough explanations make working with ink approachable for everyone. She goes through the basics of how to come up with a dynamic composition, as well as how to use color and tone to fill portraits with personality. Sokolova emphasizes making portraits that are aesthetically pleasing but also emotionally captivating.
Enroll now in Animal Portraits in Colored Ink: Tell a Visual Story That Conveys Emotion and create your own colorful menagerie on your own schedule. Our learning platform also allows you to rewatch lessons as many times as you want in order to perfect your work. These delightful pieces will surely inspire you to keep on creating long after you finish the class.
Illustrator Anna Sokolova has an online course, titled Animal Portraits in Colored Ink, in which she walks students through the process of creating an artistic animal portrait.
Sokolova explains how to get the most out of your materials to create unforgettable art.
After completing the course, artists will feel confident in both their technical skills and their ability to create exuberant scenes.
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