Color Theory

Illustrator Drawing + Color Variations

For this UC Davis project, students were to create a digital illustration based either on fashion or interior design and explore color variations. 

First by hand-sketching then by illustrating digitally and then scanning and importing the original work into the digital software enabled the recreation of the design by tracing using a variety of digital tools. Four different color schemes were assigned to the design for four distinct styles: neutral, monochromatic, analogous, and triadic. Exploring a variety of color palette tools in the software facilitated the discovery of many cohesive combinations. The result shows evidence of proficiency in drawing skills using vector-based software and knowledge of color schemes.

This project provided an excellent opportunity to practice my skills with the Adobe Illustrator pen tool and layering within the software. I was able to explore different color combinations using Adobe Color CC and apply them to my work. My chosen color schemes aided my aesthetic process.

Adobe CC Illustrator

Four quality color prints, 11” x 8.5”