Fashion Illustration Tutorial: Sequins (Part 1/2)

The second sequins tutorial video: • Fashion Illustration T...
I have a lot of different ways I render sequins, in a variety of media, depending on the specific fabric swatch I'm using, so I split my sequins tutorial into two videos.
Here's part one and I go over what things to look for when rendering sequins, a quick review on rendering shiny fabrics, three different ways to render sequins according to how shiny you want them to look, and then I show you my favorite thing: how to illustrate sparkle crosses.
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[@julietteyork3721]

I’m not a fashion student or designer but went to fine art school years ago, and love these instructional videos. So much fun. I miss making art.

[@yaimalinares]

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[@zoehongteaches]

Thank you! Yes, keep at it, even if you have to take a break from school!

[@ivanadzidic4012]

I could listen to you forever:). Anyhow, I think it's a great idea that you're showing different things to render a certain fabric. That makes it easier for those trying to learn, because they can clearly see the different possibilities (different ways of rendering it), and they can find what is the most natural or easiest way for them to do it. Plus, sequins do come in different textures and sizes, I've never really thought about it, but yes sequins can be very different. I love how you explain all the details, things I would never though of myself but that make all the difference. I've never taught about light source as something important in fashion illustration, but it is!

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[@LaurinGarcia]

Thank you for showing this. Even though I got my degrees from F.I.T. I always just added colored glitter to show sequins and a few half circles with a tiny few sparkle crosses here and there, especially if there is a pattern to it. For years I was never fully satisfied with my rendering of it. I like your method. I think from now on I will mix a little of my old method with your style of rendering sequins. Again, thank you. This is so good. :)

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Thanks and you're welcome!

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IT WAS A NICEE DISPLAY OF SEQUINS TO SHOW GAUDINESS IN THE FABRIC

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[@neetabudhraja]

awesome video zoe.. waiting fr 2nd video on sequins.. shadows n highlights were so clear.. u explained it so well.. 😊💕

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[@zoehongteaches]

You're welcome! Happy you're learning!

[@anaescobar9484]

Beautiful Ms. Zoe! Can't wait for the second part!!! A video on how cloths fold on the body would be awesome!, i don't know where to put the request.

[@zoehongteaches]

+ana escobar Thank you! You can always submit requests in the comments section of my videos, just like you did. I have had requests on drawing folds/drapes from a long time ago so it's been in the queue. I have 2 videos planned and they'll be out in June and July.

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+Zoe Hong great! I am glad i am not the only one waiting to see you do this video!!! Can't wait!!

[@Silver-rm6ym]

I love your videos and am always looking for techniques to apply to the field I work in : BRIDAL what about white sequins ? On all white fabrics ? I really struggle with adding details to my drawings without muddying them. I'd love a recap, short video of the different techniques of illustrating on all white garments. Pretty please !

[@zoehongteaches]

All my illustration videos apply to all white fabrics. You simply have to pick different white color media. Look at photos of white sequin dresses. Really pay attention to the colors. You know you can see darker white/cream/ivory shadows and even darker shadows and only the highlights are pure white. Use opaque media like gouache to layer lighter colors on top of darkers, like any other color scheme. Good luck!

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Happy to help!

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+Akis T Sometimes I'll set aside dry-ish markers for texture work but I'll definitely try your trick! Thank you!

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hi zoe....i really luv ur tutorials....but thers's a request. i am a begginer n i just learned how 2 draw fashion figures.....so can u tell me which tutorial 2 watch first 2 get started with fashion designing....i really x know cuz i am a science student but i luv fashion designing.. and i also need 2 know what kind of supplies i am gonna need?

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like I always say you're awesome!!! I knew you would do great on here!! LOOK AT YOUR CHANNEL GROW!!!! and thanks for the sequin video! I needed it!

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+Sarah Longshore Thank you! Yes, the channel has been growing and it's pretty exciting! Thanks for being such a superfan!

[@Kityileung]

I haven't gone through all your tutorials yet. Is there a video on how to draw (or predict) creases and folds on different fabrics? If not, can you add it to your request list?

[@zoehongteaches]

+jieyi liang It's been in the queue for a while now so that will be out in the summer.

[@ishitachaudhary8914]

could u pls do a tutorial on how to render various types of black n white fabrics

[@zoehongteaches]

I have a video up on how to illustrate white fabrics and a black fabrics series is starting soon.

[@adreamwithoutlimits4442]

THANKS

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[@evelynr1540]

Beautiful, what is the pen name you are using when you do the white sparks or shine please.

[@zoehongteaches]

It's a white gel pen

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what type of white gel pen did you use

[@chloew7259]

how do you draw a black sequin fabric? because the fabric underneath is black so you can’t have darker shades of that

[@zoehongteaches]

There are shades of black. A lot of marker companies have a regular black and a special black. You can check out my Black Markers video in my Different Media playlist.

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What kind of markers are you using?

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Haha, it's summer, so I'm not teaching any classes right now. We'll see where I end up in the future.

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[@zoehongteaches]

Go see my Different Media playlist

[@diamantebonita]

Hi Zoe, I'm really new to this but I drew a sequin skirt that I'd like you to take a look at if you have time. How do I send or post it?

[@zoehongteaches]

I don't do private critique anymore.

[@diamantebonita]

Oh Ok, no problem. Quick question then, what are your rules on outlining? Is it necessary? Do I outline in black or just a darker shade of the base color? I always feel the need to outline the finished garment in black, but when I do it almost has a cartoony look. What do you usually do?

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[@hakbug]

do you have a gouache tutorial? thanks!

[@zoehongteaches]

For sequins? Yes, the second video is linked in the infobox above. In general? I have a video called "intro to Paints for Fashion Designers & Illustrators" in my "Different Media" playlist. And I do almost all my texture rendering tutorials in gouache too.

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[@zoehongteaches]

Sadly, not yet. *cries

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Want to rectify this? Genuine Australian made sequin Jacket 😀

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no offence but you don't need to worry about us losing our attention when your drawing but i tend to nod off or do something else when you talk for 4 minutes in the begining. again no offence but we clicked on the video so you can teach us so i normally just skip ahead.love the way you teach.

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Thanks for your constructive criticism!

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