Illustrator Fast-track
Test Drive
Express yourself, tell your story, and create illustrations that resonate with your unique style!
Illustrator Fast-track
Test Drive
Express yourself, tell your story, and create illustrations that resonate with your unique style!
What makes our Fast-Track learning method unique?
get your free course here
By enrolling for FREE you will gain access to:
Over an hour of instructional video lessons. You will be guided through every step of the process, from the initial sketch to the final touches.
Click on the options below to see more information about them!
You can follow along the project and replicate the illustration, or you can use the workflows and techniques demonstrated and create something completely different and unique.
Find your tribe in our thriving creative community. Share your work, join discussions and be inspired!
Zero commitments, 100% value
Original price: $297
This bundle includes the complete versions of Photoshop Fast-Track, Illustrator Fast-Track and InDesign Fast-Track* courses.
*to be released in June/July 2024.
your free illustration project
I wanted to make an illustration for this course that could be used for the cover of a book. I decided to go with a fairy tale and I chose Little Red Riding Hood. My aim was to utilise negative space and the figure-ground principle (notice how the hood can also be seen as the nose of the wolf).
Enroll to the FREE version of the course now, download the exercise files and complete this fun illustration project! Recreate the same composition or choose from two additional starting sketches:
Additional projects
included in the FULL version of the course
Immerse yourself in professional illustration workflows from the start and gain hands-on experience through real creative projects. This is a revolutionary learning experience suited for all levels of users.
Abstract portrait
In this project we will be creating colourful, slightly abstract portraits using a variety of simple geometric and organic, floral shapes. This style can be applied to all kinds of illustrations and it allows us to experiment with unusual, funky colour themes.
I am using pop art, surrealism, cubism as my initial influences, but also bringing modern illustrators work into the mix. One of my favourite contemporary artists is Totoi Semerena from Mexico. He has an incredible eye for composition and colour harmonies. I love his energetic and creative illustrations and murals and I wanted to pay homage to him with this project.
Lighthouse
I always loved nautical illustrations and the theme of exploration and travelling by sea. A lighthouse on a cliff is such a romantic composition, I couldn't leave it out from this course. For this project I decided to combine a variety of styles including impressionism, line art and the Japanese ukiyo-e.
By completing this project, you can learn an interesting and simple technique to simplify lighting in your illustrations. Instead of complex shading and gradients, we will use only highlights to define the direction of light and the shape of rocks in our illustration.
skateboard
For this project I wanted to create an illustration that focuses on the exaggerated and dynamic pose of a character. I decided to go for a skateboarding scene and feature a girl with long hair, which always helps to describe motion, speed of movement and gravity.
I wanted the character to feel off balance but still in control. This type of contradicting setup can create tension and interest in your illustration. To make things even more unusual, I tried to create a pose where it is hard to tell the direction of the movement.
rocker pirate
This time we will be working on a cartoonish illustration, creating a whimsical, exaggerated character. In terms of the style of the illustration I wanted it to resemble a sticker or decal aesthetic with a touch of retro rock influence.
I had so much ideas for this project and it was really hard to pick one concept, I finally settled on a pirate playing electric guitar while riding a shark on fire.
A close second was a werewolf lumberjack with an axe-shaped electric guitar
Create personal and unique illustrations!
You can follow along with each project and replicate my illustrations, or you can use the workflows and techniques I show you and create something completely different and unique. There are endless possibilities and variations thanks to the large collection of assets and exercise files I put together for this course. For each project there are at least 2 additional compositions you can choose besides the one I am using in my examples.
dinosaur
For this project I decided to draw a dinosaur made up of aboriginal patterns and decorations. I wanted the creature to be highly stylised, featuring geometric shapes and perhaps even the forms of a didgeridoo, just to further emphasise the Australian theme.
I decided not to introduce any texture to this illustration and I also kept shading to a minimal level as I wanted the patterns to describe the forms and shapes instead.
Surf & chill
One of the biggest artistic influence for this project is Levente Szabo's work. He is a talented Hungarian artist who I greatly admire. I used a similarly surrealistic colour palette to some of his artwork. I wanted to capture a serene, inviting scenery and decided to go for a tropical beach. To make the illustration more relatable I needed a person in it and I chose a surfer studying the waves.
To add some visual interest I also introduced some textures by using the Grain effect in Illustrator and at the end of my workflow I demonstrate how to use it in various ways.
Bear in space
This is a really fun project demonstrating a lot of useful and cool techniques, like halftone effects, distress textures, using the Warp Tool for sculpting objects and so much more.
My main inspiration for this artwork were the socialist propaganda posters, but I also wanted to make it slightly cartoonish and humorous.
When coming up with ideas for illustrations I like to pair two or three completely unrelated things together. In this case it was the aesthetic of propaganda posters, space travel and a grizzly bear.
Combining things together to create unusual results can help to make your illustration stand out and be more memorable.
More illustration projects coming soon!
This course will be updated regularly with exciting new illustration projects featuring a wide variety of popular, sought-after artistic styles.
get your free course here
By enrolling for FREE you will gain access to:
Over an hour of instructional video lessons. You will be guided through every step of the process, from the initial sketch to the final touches.
Click on the options below to see more information about them!
You can follow along the project and replicate the illustration, or you can use the workflows and techniques demonstrated and create something completely different and unique.
Find your tribe in our thriving creative community. Share your work, join discussions and be inspired!
Zero commitments, 100% value
Original price: $297
This bundle includes the complete versions of Photoshop Fast-Track, Illustrator Fast-Track and InDesign Fast-Track* courses.
*to be released in June/July 2024.
your free illustration project
I wanted to make an illustration for this course that could be used for the cover of a book. I decided to go with a fairy tale and I chose Little Red Riding Hood. My aim was to utilise negative space and the figure-ground principle (notice how the hood can also be seen as the nose of the wolf).
Enroll to the FREE version of the course now, download the exercise files and complete this fun illustration project! Recreate the same composition or choose from two additional starting sketches:
Additional projects
included in the FULL version of the course
Immerse yourself in professional illustration workflows from the start and gain hands-on experience through real creative projects. This is a revolutionary learning experience suited for all levels of users.
Abstract portrait
In this project we will be creating colourful, slightly abstract portraits using a variety of simple geometric and organic, floral shapes. This style can be applied to all kinds of illustrations and it allows us to experiment with unusual, funky colour themes.
I am using pop art, surrealism, cubism as my initial influences, but also bringing modern illustrators work into the mix. One of my favourite contemporary artists is Totoi Semerena from Mexico. He has an incredible eye for composition and colour harmonies. I love his energetic and creative illustrations and murals and I wanted to pay homage to him with this project.
Lighthouse
I always loved nautical illustrations and the theme of exploration and travelling by sea. A lighthouse on a cliff is such a romantic composition, I couldn't leave it out from this course. For this project I decided to combine a variety of styles including impressionism, line art and the Japanese ukiyo-e.
By completing this project, you can learn an interesting and simple technique to simplify lighting in your illustrations. Instead of complex shading and gradients, we will use only highlights to define the direction of light and the shape of rocks in our illustration.
skateboard
For this project I wanted to create an illustration that focuses on the exaggerated and dynamic pose of a character. I decided to go for a skateboarding scene and feature a girl with long hair, which always helps to describe motion, speed of movement and gravity.
I wanted the character to feel off balance but still in control. This type of contradicting setup can create tension and interest in your illustration. To make things even more unusual, I tried to create a pose where it is hard to tell the direction of the movement.
rocker pirate
This time we will be working on a cartoonish illustration, creating a whimsical, exaggerated character. In terms of the style of the illustration I wanted it to resemble a sticker or decal aesthetic with a touch of retro rock influence.
I had so much ideas for this project and it was really hard to pick one concept, I finally settled on a pirate playing electric guitar while riding a shark on fire.
A close second was a werewolf lumberjack with an axe-shaped electric guitar
Create personal and unique illustrations!
You can follow along with each project and replicate my illustrations, or you can use the workflows and techniques I show you and create something completely different and unique. There are endless possibilities and variations thanks to the large collection of assets and exercise files I put together for this course. For each project there are at least 2 additional compositions you can choose besides the one I am using in my examples.
dinosaur
For this project I decided to draw a dinosaur made up of aboriginal patterns and decorations. I wanted the creature to be highly stylised, featuring geometric shapes and perhaps even the forms of a didgeridoo, just to further emphasise the Australian theme.
I decided not to introduce any texture to this illustration and I also kept shading to a minimal level as I wanted the patterns to describe the forms and shapes instead.
Surf & chill
One of the biggest artistic influence for this project is Levente Szabo's work. He is a talented Hungarian artist who I greatly admire. I used a similarly surrealistic colour palette to some of his artwork. I wanted to capture a serene, inviting scenery and decided to go for a tropical beach. To make the illustration more relatable I needed a person in it and I chose a surfer studying the waves.
To add some visual interest I also introduced some textures by using the Grain effect in Illustrator and at the end of my workflow I demonstrate how to use it in various ways.
Bear in space
This is a really fun project demonstrating a lot of useful and cool techniques, like halftone effects, distress textures, using the Warp Tool for sculpting objects and so much more.
My main inspiration for this artwork were the socialist propaganda posters, but I also wanted to make it slightly cartoonish and humorous.
When coming up with ideas for illustrations I like to pair two or three completely unrelated things together. In this case it was the aesthetic of propaganda posters, space travel and a grizzly bear.
Combining things together to create unusual results can help to make your illustration stand out and be more memorable.
More illustration projects coming soon!
This course will be updated regularly with exciting new illustration projects featuring a wide variety of popular, sought-after artistic styles.
get your free course here
By enrolling for FREE you will gain access to:
Over an hour of instructional video lessons. You will be guided through every step of the process, from the initial sketch to the final touches.
Click on the options below to see more information about them!
You can follow along the project and replicate the illustration, or you can use the workflows and techniques demonstrated and create something completely different and unique.
Find your tribe in our thriving creative community. Share your work, join discussions and be inspired!
Zero commitments, 100% value
Original price: $297
This bundle includes the complete versions of Photoshop Fast-Track, Illustrator Fast-Track and InDesign Fast-Track* courses.
*to be released in June/July 2024.
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Hello (Ciao !) I have taken many online courses from Udemy to Domestika from Lynda to Plurasight but I find your courses to be the first. Everything is explained in a simple way. Martin is great ! and his voice guides the student in an excellent way; the voice of the teacher in online course is very important as well as the examples provided during the lesson. Everything is really well done!
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YES I’m a Designer masterclasses are really the way to go if you want to follow the career of an upcoming graphic designer. Knowledgeable, trained staff and kind humans are always there to help you the best they can, and provide to-the-point advice. The community they’ve built is also a great place to share your work and grow your skills by receiving and giving constructive feedback. I’m happy as I watch my portfolio becoming stronger week by week!
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I really appreciate the courses even though I’m a studied Graphic Designer myself for several years now. I thought I’m pretty good at the Adobe programs, but Martins skills are on another level! 😀 He seems to know just everything about the programs and he’s very good at teaching and explaining them in a simple and clear way. Sometimes it’s just a little trick or detail I didn’t know about, which helped me to optimize my workflows. Especially in Illustrator, which I always thought to be a little bit too complicated to master it by myself. And … he just seems to be a very cool and down to earth guy. I have been in mail contact several times with him and another member of his team and it was always a very nice and friendly conversation. Once I had a question about some change in my account and they instantly took care about it. Really great customer support! So I can highly recommend to check out the courses, even if you’re already an experienced designer. You might be surprised! 🙂 Thank You Martin and Team YES! Benjamin
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MARTIN PERHINIAK
Martin is a graphic designer, illustrator and an Adobe Certified Instructor. He was recently voted one of the Top 10 Adobe Instructors in the World.
Before launching YES, Martin worked as a designer for Pixar, BBC, Mattel and Accenture, and taught teams at Transport for London, Google, Ben & Jerry's and Oxford University Press.
Martin regularly speaks at industry events; most recently Adobe MAX, the ultimate creative conference.