FRIDAY FASHION ILLUSTRATION: BALL POINT PEN & PAINT 3D DIGITAL ART

Hello dear readers and welcome to another Friday Fashion Friday. This is a regular feature on my blog where I share my fashion illustrations and sketches as well as talk about fashion and art in general.  Today I have a fun post to share with you. We are going to explore different art mediums, from traditional to digital. In addition, you'll get to see some of my new sketches. Art is all about hard work and that applies to simpler art techniques as well. If you find yourself struggling with art, remember that if it was easy everyone would do it. Finding time for art is hard, we all know that, but we just have to keep trying, don't we? Scroll down to see and read more.
BALLPOINT PEN ILLUSTRATING
I wrote about ballpoint pen illustration in my last feature. It is a good medium to opt for, if you're pressed for time or financially challenged. It is an interesting medium for both beginners and advanced artists. I was surprised to learn that there are artists that use it because they are so confident about their art skills, they don't feel they need a rubber. I can definitely see how not having the possibility to delete some line with a rubber might change your drawing strategy. It is also educating to be able to see every line. In short, ballpoint pen is used by many, for various reasons. Bellow you can see a ballpoint pen sketch followed by digital art collage. I have used Paint 3D computer program to manually colour the collage you can see bellow. I also used a yellow marker to add some jazz to this ball point pen fashion illustration. The Barbie doll I illustrated was wearing a dress I made myself. It was eventually gifted to a family member. I tend to buy Barbies and then customize and alter them  before I gift them. Sometimes I also sew and design original outfits for them.  I feel that way my gifts are more original. 

EDITING MY TRADITIONAL MEDIUM ART WITH PAINT 3D
Next fashion illustration I'm sharing with you is old new. Originally it was painted with oil pastels and I posted it last year here. I was quite happy with that one. If you're wondering about inspiration, I don't mind sharing that it was  a look from Valentino's couture 2019 collection.  Have you ever seen any oil pastel fashion illustration? I don't think I have. I'm not saying that I invented oil pastel fashion illustration, I'm just saying that it is not a common technique. I opted for it a couple of times last year and I was proud to see how well I've done. Today I won't talk about illustration with oil pastels. Rather, I will show you how I have painted over it (using watercolour tool in Paint 3D computer program) to design new looks. Scroll down to see more. 

FASHION ILLUSTRATION LINKS THAT YOU MIGHT FIND USEFUL
If you like this fashion illustration and would like to see more, you have a look at my last post in this feature: LADY IN A LILAC DRESS.  Naturally, you're welcome to visit my previous Friday Fashion Illustration Posts:- FASHION ILLUSTRATION FRIDAY: WATERCOLOUR PENCILS -IVANA'S FASHION ILLUSTRATION FRIDAY- FASHION ILLUSTRATION FRIDAY: INSPIRED BY COLOURS OF AUTUMN- A GIRL IN A RED GOWN: FASHION ILLUSTRATION OF THE DAY-CUSTOMIZING A NOTEBOOK WITH A FASHION ILLUSTRATION- FASHION ILLUSTRATION FRIDAY: ILLUSTRATING A BLACK DRESS FROM DOLCE & GABBANA COLLECTION- 10 WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR FASHION ILLUSTRATION SKILLS- HOW TO CREATE A 3D FASHION ILLUSTRATION DRESS WITH DRY FLOWERS?- FRIDAY FASHION ILLUSTRATION: HAT OBSESSED -FASHION ILLUSTRATION FRIDAY INSPIRED BY SUMMER STYLE- FASHION ILLUSTRATION FRIDAY: SUMMER TO AUTUMN TRANSITION- FASHION ILLUSTRATION FRIDAY: ILLUSTRATED TOTE BAGS-FASHION ILLUSTRATION FRIDAY: HAT OBSESSED - FASHION ILLUSTRATION FRIDAY: NEW AUTUMN INSPIRED ART
-FASHION ILLUSTRATION FRIDAY: HVAR CITY 
IF YOU LIKE MY ART, YOU CAN BUY MY PRINTS VIA THIS SITE.

Originally posted here
MORE PAINTBALL PEN AND MARKER FASHION ILLUSTRATIONS AND SKETCHES
Bellow you can see more of my art projects. Some of these illustrations are made using only ballpoint pen and with some others I added markers or digital colouring. It is always fun to share my art projects with you. My fashion illustration art skills are always evolving. I don't always have time for art, but when I do find it, I work hard at it.  It's something I do mostly as a hobby, albeit there is also an option of buying most of my art (an example here). 
YOU CAN BUY MY ART HERE




 NOW, IT'S TIME TO SHARE MY PERSONAL FAVOURITE
My personal favourite of the day is this black dress I designed using Paint 3D. I think it turned out really well. What do you think? Let me know in the comments. Happy 1st of May!
As always, I'm very grateful for your visits, comments and feedback. Take care.

Comments

  1. Pablo Parra (Fungi)1 May 2020 at 02:02

    Hey Ivana, how you doing? Hope everything is going well and hope you had a magical birthday :)

    I love to see that you're staying safe anda creative and your drawings always motivate me to keep pushing my inner creator : ) Ahhh ball point pens, actually there are many artistic resources and tools but nothing like a ball point pen, I remember them from high school and I still use them since there is something I always have with me, I'd say this is the tool that i use to create the most, even most of the drawings are just doodles hehe.

    Loved that you used a doll for the pose! All the drawings are beyond inspiring :D

    PS: Loved the new layout of the site!

    Pablo
    www.heyfungi.com

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    1. Ivana Split3 May 2020 at 01:16

      thank you, I'm still not sure about this layout but I think it might grow on me.

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  2. Mica1 May 2020 at 05:18

    It's so fun seeing how you experiment with different things with your art - I think it's good to try different things now and then! Not that I'm as creative as you, but it's still good to mix things up a little bit!

    Hope you have a nice weekend ahead of you :)

    Away From Blue

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  3. Lucía1 May 2020 at 08:42

    In love with this good work! The last one you shared is really good!
    Have a nice weekend! :)

    www.luciagallegoblog.com

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  4. Lorena1 May 2020 at 09:32

    Your favorite is also my favourite ! Beautifully done :)

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  5. Chris Ferreira1 May 2020 at 10:17

    Hi Ivana, Wonderful work.
    I love your art projects.
    kisses
    Chris


    Inventando com a Mamãe / Instagram  / Facebook / Pinterest


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  6. The Exclusive Beauty Diary1 May 2020 at 10:24

    Your illustrations are so amazing, especially these dresses. They look like a real material. You are so talented.

    New Post - https://bibliothequedeparfums.com/2020/05/01/bibliotheque-de-parfums/

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  7. MELODY JACOB1 May 2020 at 11:01

    This is so lovely. You are so talented and I like the art of it all.
    New article on my website :
    https://www.melodyjacob.com/2020/05/femmeluxefinery-red-belted-bodycon-midi.html?m=1

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  8. Sheila1 May 2020 at 12:59

    I once made an entire Barbie doll clothing wardrobe, all hand-crocheted by me, for my nieces - this was over 15 years ago, though.

    I really like seeing your ballpoint sketches and how you've used modern media to jazz them up and change them. That second-to-last black dress illustration is my favourite.

    Have a wonderful weekend, Ivana!

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    1. Ivana Split3 May 2020 at 01:29

      I imagine that your Barbie doll crochet wardrobe collection was amazing. I also made the dresses for my nieces.

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  9. R's Rue1 May 2020 at 14:19

    Stunning. Great attention to detail. Impressed by your skill.

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  10. Monica Hein ~ Beauty Diary1 May 2020 at 16:24

    Wow these are so good!

    https://villemo20.blogspot.com/

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  11. Natalia Gutiérrez1 May 2020 at 19:09

    You are very talented! I don't know if you've taken any classes, but you should really invest yourself into this talent. Thanks for sharing!

    Lindifique

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  12. Nancy1 May 2020 at 19:58

    I love looking at all of your sketches of models and the fashion they are rocking. I totally agree with you. Even it is hard for me to find inspiration and time to draw by hand. Ballpoint pen is still good for art. You don't need the highest end goods to still unleash your creativity. I love that you still make the most out of the simplest materials.

    Nancy ♥ exquisitely.me

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  13. stylefrontier1 May 2020 at 21:13

    This is super lovely! I love drawing at home during these times too, something that i haven't do for quite a while

    Hope you stay healthy and safe
    xoxo
    style frontier

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  14. Vix2 May 2020 at 04:17

    Work with what you've got! I don't draw but it's definietly words I live by! x

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  15. Polyester Princess2 May 2020 at 07:59

    Those ballpoint sketches are stunning, Ivana! That last illustration, using Paint 3D, is exquisite. No wonder that it's your favourite! xxx

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  16. alp2 May 2020 at 15:05

    Me gusta tu entrada,,, muy curiosa,,, un saludo desde Murcia,,,

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  17. Adriana Leandro2 May 2020 at 15:26

    Your illustrations is amazing.
    You are so creative.
    Kisses!

    galerafashion.com

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  18. Ivana Split3 May 2020 at 01:36

    thanks

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  19. Ivana Split3 May 2020 at 01:42

    hvala. Zašto ne? Ja te modne ilustracije pravim od malena, uvijek su mi bile po bilježnicama i drago mi je što sam im konačno posvetila više vremena.

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  20. akiko hiramatsu3 May 2020 at 04:42

    The last illustration is really great, and the texture of the dress is gorgeous! I also love those earrings!
    Brabie's drawing is so beautiful, so I would love to try a ballpoint pen and yellow marker soon :)
    I am excited at your hairstyle, high bun. It is cute and elegant<3
    Anyway, the new design of your blog is chic and cool!!
    Have a lovely weekend:)

    akiko

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  21. Ananka3 May 2020 at 12:35

    These are amazing Illustrations :-D

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  22. Kezzie3 May 2020 at 16:05

    I missed your illustrations!!! It's really nice to see them again. The black dress is gorgeous- that is a real stunner so I am not surprised it is your favourite! How wonderful!
    By the way, I love the pretty blouse you are wearing! The ruffles are gorgeous!

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