Illustrator Andrew DeGraff thinks about films differently to you and I: he sees them as giant maps of physical locations, just waiting to be explored. Can you work out which films these wonderful treasure maps drawn by DeGraff are supposed to represent?
I love maps and I don’t mean the boring Google map or those you seen in geography textbook. Artistic, unusual, colourful maps are what I am going to showcase in this post.
Canyons are a striking feature of any landscape and can really be a focal point in the story you're telling. In this tutorial, you will learn how to draw canyons that bring a sense of depth to the landscape and make your fantasy map really stand out.
Indispensable design lessons from one of the oldest forms of graphic design.
Conventional depictions of landscape elements for map sketching. Topographic maps and sketch mapping. 1920. Internet Archive
Spook has been creating fantasy maps for the past three years and is absolutely killing it! We interview him and share his gallery of intricate fantasy map art with you all.
If you enjoy finding inspiration for your stories from real-world locations, then look no further than the stone pillars of Wulingyuan, China. But the real question is, how do you draw something like that on your fantasy map? In this tutorial, I’ll break down the process so you can add these iconic
If you want the coastlines to look like they’re popping off the page, then adding some cliffs is a great way to do it. Fortunately, it’s pretty easy to do and it will instantly make your map look much more professional. In this Map Tip, you will learn some simple techniques to help your maps stand o
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Making a living as an illustrator is a dream for many young artists – but it takes more than dreaming to impress potential clients. A successful illustrator needs flare, persistence and a strong...
Mary Bryning Quilted Map: Ullswater I recently got mentioned in an online article about Moon to Moon as a blogger and mother from California...... well the majority of my readerships are US based and
Creative Mapping and Data Visualisation Techniques for Architects
Fragment 133 designed by Rokas Aleliunas. Connect with them on Dribbble; the global community for designers and creative professionals.
Jacqui Langeland is represented by Lindgren Smith. Search and review portfolios and choose the perfect illustrator for your project.
I LOVE following illustrators on Instagram, especially ones whose work is full of color and charm. They add such a wonderful dose of inspiration and whimsy to my day. Through Instagram I’ve been able to identify some new favorites. The following is a round up of some who bring a smile to my day. Though there are many many more that […]
A new book charts the gorgeous evolution of maps.
Jacqui Langeland is represented by Lindgren Smith. Search and review portfolios and choose the perfect illustrator for your project.
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If you want the coastlines to look like they’re popping off the page, then adding some cliffs is a great way to do it. Fortunately, it’s pretty easy to do and it will instantly make your map look much more professional. In this Map Tip, you will learn some simple techniques to help your maps stand o
The Land Between The Mountains, from Carol Kendall's The Gammage Cup, illustrated by Erik Blegvad.
How many of us have hiked for miles just to see a waterfall? Even if you haven’t, it’s not difficult to recognize the beauty and power that so many find compelling. In this tutorial, you will learn some simple steps to walk you through how to draw a waterfall on your map for your next rpg or book.
This screen print, featuring the topography of Maine's Mount Katahdin, is beautifully presented with white ink on high-quality 100# kraft paper. Topogra prints feature stunning, accurate topographic maps of your favorite mountains combined with tasteful typography detailing the specifications of the peak. Flanked by Maine’s signature backcountry ponds and dense forests, Mt. Katahdin represents the Appalachian Trail’s northern terminus. Witnessing its vistas, which highlight glacial cirques and striking Northcountry granite pilings, is no small feat after an eight-hour round trip hike. Available in two sizes: 11x11 inches or 8x8 inches Expertly printed by Nightswim Project in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Note: This item is sold unframed.
Varje vecka lägger jag upp en rad vectorbilder som inspirerat mig och som jag även tror kan inspirera andra.
Leah Evans, whose work is for sale at the annual Smithsonian Craftshow, creates wall hangings from abstracted geogrpahies
What is a realistic population size for a medieval or ancient fantasy setting? Should a city have a couple of million people? How about 500,000 or 20,000? Let’s delve in and give you some simple guidelines as well as a cheat sheet you can easily reference as you are writing your story and drawing yo
Viewed together, these colorful and impressionistic maps depict the organic, evolving nature of the urban landscape.
