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This free collection highlights one chapter from each volume of the series, which began in 2013 and has steadily expanded in the years since. The first book in the series established the format, featuring sketches and commentary from 50 traditional and digital artists, with a smörgåsbord of styles and themes. Each volume since has focused on a specific theme, such as fantasy, sci-fi, character design, and creature art. The Sketching from the Imagination series has something for every taste. Enjoy browsing this collection - and happy sketching!
If you love the free sample, check out the whole collection here! Or support the Kickstarter!
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This free collection highlights one chapter from each volume of the series, which began in 2013 and has steadily expanded in the years since. The first book in the series established the format, featuring sketches and commentary from 50 traditional and digital artists, with a smorgasbord of styles and themes. Each volume since has focused on a specific theme, such as fantasy, sci-fi, character design, and creature art. The Sketching from the Imagination series has something for every taste. Enjoy browsing this collection - and happy sketching!
If you love the free sample, check out the whole collection here! Or support the Kickstarter!
Contents and Contributors
- Matias Adolfsson, Sketching from the Imagination: An Insight into Creative Drawing
- Therese Nielsen, Sketching from the Imagination: Fantasy
- Ian McQueen, Sketching from the Imagination: Sci-Fi
- Dani Diez, Sketching from the Imagination: Characters
- Abigail Larson, Sketching from the Imagination: Dark Arts
- Bryce Kho, Sketching from the Imagination: Anime and Manga
- Bobby Rebholz, Sketching from the Imagination: Creatures and Monsters
- Carles Dalmau, Sketching from the Imagination: Storytelling
- Monika Eidintate, Sketching from the Imagination: Magic and Myths
- Devin Elle Kurtz, Sketching from the Imagination: Character Concepts
About the Creator
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Bryce Kho, a concept illustrator and freelance mixed-media artist based in Pasadena, California, is known for his vibrant and intricate anime-inspired illustrations that stir nostalgia. His portfolio spans a range of roles including illustrator and concept artist, contributing to projects such as Homestead Arcana and Aegis Defenders’. After a first collaboration with Sabotage doing illustrations for The Messenger, Bryce joined the team to handle all things concept art and character design on ‘Sea of Stars,’ a retro-inspired RPG that has captivated over 5 million players worldwide. Additionally, Bryce commands an impressive social media presence with nearly 500,000 followers across his accounts.
Hugo Award winner Abigail Larson specialises in dark fantasy illustration using a unique mix of traditional and digital media. Her clients include Netflix Animation, Disney Publishing, Sideshow Collectibles, Syfy, Universal, Titan Comics, Llewellyn Worldwide, DC Comics, and Dark Horse. Abigail has illustrated three tarot decks: The Dark Wood Tarot, The Nightmare Before Christmas Tarot, and The Horror Tarot.
Devin Elle Kurtz is a young digital illustrator, visual development artist, and background painter, with a focus on fantasy creatures and colorful environments. She works full-time on the Netflix animated series Disenchantment as lead background artist, but still makes time to focus on personal projects and business interests. Of particular note is Devin’s love of nature, with her whimsical scenes often featuring animals, fantastical creatures, and people within richly-lit scenes.