FASHION ILLUSTRATION FRIDAY: MY SELECTION

 Hello dear readers! It's Friday and that means it's time for another post in my regular blog feature titled- FASHION ILLUSTRATION FRIDAY. As the name suggests, this feature is all about fashion illustrations and art.  In this post, I'll share fashion illustrations that are particularly dear to me.  Yes, today I'm resharing with you some of my favourite fashion illustrations. Do you have any favourites? Let me know in the comments.

My last post in this category was titled AUTUMN AND WINTER INSPIRATION and published on 7th of October. I'm back with another collage sharing my fashion art.














MORE FRIDAY FASHION ILLUSTRATION POSTS:
https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2022/04/fashion-illustration-friday-spring-vibes.html  April 2022


https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2022/03/fashion-illustration-friday-winter-to.html  March 2022    https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2022/02/fashion-illustration-friday-stanka.html February 2022


https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2022/02/fashion-illustration-wednesday.html 16th of February 2022

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2022/02/fashion-illustration-friday.html 4th of February 2022

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2021/12/fashion-illustration-friday-free.html 24th of December 2021

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2021/12/fashion-illustration-friday-mint-blazer.html 3rd of December 2021

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2021/11/fashion-illustration-friday-gucci.html    26th of November, 2021

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2021/07/fashion-illustration-friday-summer-is.html 16th of July, 2021

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2021/06/fashion-illustration-friday-red-summer.html 24th of June, 2021

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2021/06/fashion-illustration-friday-summer-vibes.html 12th of June, 2021

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2021/06/fashion-illustration-friday-coloured.html  4th of June, 2021

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2021/05/fashion-illustration-friday-rujiste.html  6th of May, 2021

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2021/04/fashion-illustration-friday-peak-into.html 30th of April, 2021

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2021/04/fashion-illustration-friday-spring-in.html    16th of April, 2021

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2021/04/friday-fashion-illustration-red-puffer.html 2nd of April, 2021

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2021/03/friday-fashion-illustration-spring-vibes.html 26th of March 2021

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2021/03/fashion-illustration-friday-two-pencil.html March 2021

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2021/02/friday-fashion-illustration-two.html February 2021

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2021/02/friday-fashion-illustration-reference.html February 2021

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2021/02/fashion-illustration-friday-magenta-coat.html February 2021

https://modaodaradosti.blogspot.com/2021/01/friday-fashion-illustarion-dior-d-and.html January 2021








TEN TIPS FOR IMPROVING ONE'S ILLUSTRATING SKILLS  (THAT I STILL TRY TO FOLLOW MYSELF)

1. PRACTICE REGULARLY-  Illustrating is a skill, and just like with every skill, it can be developed with time and practice. Practice makes perfect!  Regular practice makes it easier for your muscles and brain to remember what they are supposed to do. 
2. PRACTICE AS OFTEN AS POSSIBLE- Seizing every opportunity you get to illustrate and work on your art skills is the way to go. You don't have to set aside a few hours every day, sometimes even a few minutes can be enough to get some idea down on paper but do PRACTICE AS OFTEN AS POSSIBLE.
3. CARRY A SKETCHBOOK WITH YOU AT ALL TIMES-Having a sketchbook at hand is extremely useful in developing one's illustrating skill because it serves both as a reminder to do art and an easy way to get down to it.
4. FIND NEW WAYS TO INSPIRE YOURSELF - Try doing collages, journaling, scrapebooking and so on. Enjoying in different creative activities can inspire you to be more creative with your illustrating. I sometimes pair my illustrations with my photography. Illustration is not an isolated area. Everything you learn doing  some other creative stuff can probably be applied to illustrating as well. 
5. ILLUSTRATE WITH A REFERENCE- This will surely help you improve your perception and technique. Moreover, working with a reference is extremely useful in developing one's art skills. You have to learn how to see things to be able to draw them. An eye for detail is something we can and must develop if we want to illustrate well. Using a reference, you'll practice how to work out proportions and distance (and other things that you'd need to take your illustrating skills to a new level). 
6. ILLUSTRATE WITHOUT A REFERENCE- This one seems to contract my previous tip, but they are two sides of the same coin. Illustrating without a reference helps you improve your imagination. When it comes to developing your skills, this kind of illustrating is just as useful as the one done with a reference. You need to be able to do both well. Illustrating from your head can make you feel more independent and free. Plus, it  can be a great boost to your confidence. 
7. EXPERIMENT WITH DIFFERENT MEDIA- Experimenting with different media can give you fresh ideas and lookout on things. I, for example, sometimes draw fashion illustrations with old make up. 
8. CONSIDER USING TEMPLATES OR/AND FIND OTHER ART TOOLS & LEARNING MATERIALS- I don't really use temples because by the time I figured out how useful they potentially were, I already made my own. However, if you are a beginner, there is no reason why you shouldn't use them. You can buy them or even find them for free (some artists  and illustration teacher offer and share them for free on their sites and/ or social media) 
9. DON'T RELY TOO MUCH ON ART SUPPLIES- If you're just starting to work on your art skills there is no need to stress yourself financially by buying the most expensive art brands. You can start with what you have. You don't need that much to get started. Even when you get really started, keeping in mind that art supplies are just a tool.
10. TRY TO FIND A TEACHER AND/ OR OTHER ARTISTS TO LEARN FROM- If there is no illustrating/drawing course where you live, you can always try to find teacher or courses online, get involved in art communities and talk  to other artists. 





Comments

  1. Rowena @ rolala loves17 February 2023 at 12:21

    Ooh nice! My favorites are the Elisabetta Franchi illustrations. I really like the outfits and you did a great job with illustrating the texture, gradation and movement of denim.

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  2. ellie17 February 2023 at 12:50

    So nice to see your fashion looks! the Gucci has so much detail! I love the first one too. All the best to your creativity! Happy Weekend!

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  3. Caitlin'nMegan17 February 2023 at 12:52

    I adore the denim! Some really great catwalk classics! Such a great Fashion Friday post💕💖🌟

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  4. Polyester Princess18 February 2023 at 10:42

    These are fabulous as always, Ivana! I'm particularly loving how you captured the floral maxi dress and that tiered denim one! xxx

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  5. The Padre19 February 2023 at 09:13

    Fashionably Desirable My Dear

    Big Hugs

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  6. Marianela Beauty Tips20 February 2023 at 03:04

    Nice choices. Thanks for sharing.
    I invite you to visit my last post. Have a good week!

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  7. Vix20 February 2023 at 11:01

    A fabulous round-up, Ivana! I'm loving the floral Gucci maxi dress! xxx

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  8. Sheila20 February 2023 at 13:04

    These are all so fun, but I think I like the red trouser outfit and the denim maxi best.

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  9. Pablo Parra (Fungi)21 February 2023 at 03:15

    Hello Ivana, I hope everything is going well on your side!

    I love to see your illustrations and the different colors you have used in them! I'd say my favorite is the one with the yellow outfit but the girl with the blue satchel / bag is so fashionable :)

    I also like the girl in the white jacket, it reminds me of David Bowie.

    Pablo
    Hey Fungi

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  10. Kezzie4 March 2023 at 15:57

    These are amazing! Your art is so inspiring to study.
    My favourite is the floral 50''s style dress with the ruched/cinched waist- the way you have captured the folds in what is an evidently full circle skirt is super clever whilst maintaining that pattern- it really is impressive!x

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  11. bambolai20 March 2023 at 10:35

    Predivno je sve i veoma inspirativno

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