Experimenting with Digital Platforms: A Journey into Alternative Graphic Logos and Clothes Design
As my tutor tells me, we are all artists, and I have always been fascinated by the limitless possibilities of digital art. Over the past few days I have taken a head deep dive into experimenting with digital platforms such as Photoshop and Procreate to design somewhat alternative graphic logos and designs for clothing thT id like to wear personally, and as a easy way to spread my art out into the world. The experience has been pretty challenging as I’m not the most tech savy of individuals, but it’s been massively rewarding, and I feel i have learned so much about the power and versatility of digital art. In this blog post, I will share my mini journey and the lessons I have learned on it.
Getting Started with Photoshop and Procreate
My first step was to get familiar with the tools and features of both Photoshop and Procreate. I started by playing around with different brushes, colours, and techniques that I had picked up on various YouTube videos to get a feel for the software. I was immediately struck by the versatility and flexibility of these digital platforms it was alarmingly overwhelming. With a simple click of a button, I could change the size, shape, and texture of my brush or adjust the colours and tones of my artwork it was insane! And a back button when I made a mistake!!!
Designing Alternative Graphic Designs
Once I felt semi comfortable with the tools, I began to doodle and experiment with designing alternative graphic designs. I was inspired by the bold, grainy, and striking lino tarrot designs I had drooled over on a previous project and wanted to see what I could create in a similar style. I started by sketching out some rough ideas on paper, with ink then bringing them to life using Photoshop, damn how filters and changing colour values can make all the difference.
One of the biggest challenges I faced was finding the right balance between simplicity and impact. I wanted my designs to be eye-catching and memorable, but also legible and easily recognizable. I played around with different shapes, colours, and typography until I found the right combination that conveyed my desired composition.
My next challenge was to take my graphic designs and apply them to the clothing. This was a whole new level of complexity, as I had to consider the shapes and forms of the clothes, as well as the way that my designs would look on different fabrics and materials but my chosen POD partner has really helped with guidance on this part which was a weight of my shoulders.
So i started by sketching out my designs on paper again, then brought them to life using Procreate. I was amazed at the level of control and precision I had with the software again I could adjust the size and placement of my designs with ease, and experiment with different color combinations to see what worked best and asking everyone in the community on social media really did help with my choice of colours, I can’t thank everyone enough for the C&C.
Lessons Learned and Moving Forward
My little journey into experimenting with digital platforms has been an incredible experience, and I have learned enough about the power and versatility of digital art to have a basic understanding. I have discovered that with the right tools and techniques though I can create anything I can imagine and bring my unique vision to life.
Moving forward, I think I’ll plan to continue to explore the possibilities of digital art and to push the boundaries of what is possible. I believe that the future of art may well overall be digital after my experimenting, and im not saying traditional art doesn’t have a place, and I am excited to be a part of it.
In conclusion, for those like me who have never tried digital art i encourage those to embrace the power of digital art and to experiment with new tools and techniques. Whether you are a seasoned professional or just starting out, the world of digital art is waiting for us, its probably a cliche but its full of endless possibilities and opportunities to express your creativity.
