Software:
Adobe Illustrator
Tool :
Pen tool
Curvature tool
Gradient tool
Rectangle tool
Ellipse tool
Type tool
Line segment tool
Eyedropper tool
Selection tool
Direct selection tool
Drop shadow
Inner glow
Outer glow
Few steps to draw a Scenery Illustration :
You must first determine your concept before beginning to draw. Understanding it is critical to making a great illustration, whether for a personal project. Begin by pondering the following questions: Who is the target audience? Is this for a certain industry? When will this be published, and where will it be published? What are the main points? This will help you narrow down your ideas and ensure that they are in line with the project's vision.
Sometimes drawing ideas just pop into my head, but more often than not, I like to draw inspiration from several places. The more inspiration sources you have, the better. Behance, Envato, Freepic are some of the websites I frequent for inspiration and references. Start drawing in your favorite drawing app with your ideas and references in mind. I normally start with Adobe Illustrator. In the illustration process, I'm not concerned with perfection.
After sketching, select the ideal color and gradient. Colors are essential because they can create emotion and enhance the illustration's message. Experiment with opacity and tones if you want to get creative. When I have complete control over the color gradient, I make numerous thumbnails with various color gradients. Remember that the goal of this phase is to find the perfect complementing color combination, so be flexible and have fun with it. Hundreds of color gradient generators are available to assist you in getting started. Then start blocking out the shapes for the illustration. I like to have my favorite program playing in the background. I start drawing the different elements on separate layers using the sketch as a guide to keeping things neat and orderly. There are occasions when I stick to the sketch exactly, but for the most part, I'll refine the artwork a lot to make it better.
At this point, I’ve been looking at the computer screen for hours on end and things are starting to mix. A new pair of eyes is exactly what I need before I finish. While receiving opinions might be scary, we should embrace them as creatives. Mistakes that might normally go unnoticed are corrected, and I can learn new techniques and ideas. I ask queries to clear up any misunderstandings and have an open mind. As a result, my skills have greatly improved, and I am one step closer to realizing the project's vision.
I begin incorporating such adjustments with constructive input in mind. After that, it's time to start working on the details. Details, such as small lines, textures, and gradients, help to bring the artwork to life! To prevent overworking the illustration, I think about how much I should add and how much I should take away.
The artwork is now complete after you've completed all of the steps! It's fine if my method differs from that of another illustrator. It's critical to figure out which steps work best for you. Once you've gotten over the initial shock, the illustration process is a great time to try new things!
