Designing Kawaii Worlds – Spread Joy Through Illustration

Welcome to the online course on creating kawaii characters in their own worlds using Procreate!

In this course, taught by freelance illustrator Becky Cas, you will learn how to find inspiration in your surroundings and transform it into adorable kawaii characters. Becky specializes in creating cute, kawaii-style characters for stationery products and accessories, and she will share her expertise and techniques with you.

Throughout the course, you will expand your imagination and bring to life scenes filled with cuteness and fantasy using the digital art app Procreate. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, this course will provide you with the knowledge and skills to create your own kawaii illustrations.

Here’s what you will learn:

• Get to know Becky Cas, a freelance illustrator, and learn about her journey as an artist and the influences that inspire her work.
• Explore the world of kawaii culture, including its proportions and expressions, and discover how to find your own style and color palette.
• Learn about the tools and techniques needed for kawaii illustration, and create a mood board of inspiration to guide your artwork.
• Develop rough sketches of your kawaii character and their world, and refine them using the digital tools in Procreate.
• Master the art of line work, following Becky’s advice for achieving a smooth and clean finish.
• Add colors to your illustration using your chosen palette, and create depth and dimension by incorporating light and shadows.
• Put the finishing touches on your artwork with elements like stars, hearts, and speech bubbles.
• Learn how to export your illustrations for printing and gain insights from Becky on posting your artwork on social media and opening an online shop.

The course project involves creating an illustration of a kawaii character in their own world using Procreate. This project will allow you to apply the techniques you’ve learned and showcase your creativity.

No previous experience is required for this course, making it suitable for beginners. As for materials, Becky uses an iPad Pro with Procreate installed, along with an Apple Pencil. However, you are welcome to use any drawing equipment you feel comfortable with.

Get ready to dive into the world of kawaii illustration and unleash your creativity using Procreate. Enroll now and let’s bring some cuteness and joy to your artwork!