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Illustrating and drawing pictures is only limited by an artist's creativity and imagination. Learn more about art with tips from an illustrator in this free video series on art.
There are 32 videos in this series:

When designing a family crest, artists typically use armor and the last name of the subject to create the heirloom. Design a family crest with tips from an illustrator in this free video on art.

When designing a small business logo, artists sometimes use a computer to help illustrate and create their design. Make a small business logo with tips from an illustrator in this free video on art.

Sports logos are typically hand drawn or designed by an illustrator on a computer. Create a sports logo with tips from an illustrator in this free video on art.

When designing a triathlon logo, make sure to include aspects of swimming, running and biking into the design. Create a wonderful triathlon logo with tips from an illustrator in this free video on art.

Band bumper stickers should artistically represent the image of the band as well as include contact information, like the band's Web site. Design a band bumper sticker with tips from an illustrator in this free video on art.

When designing a soccer logo for a soccer team, draw several sketches before deciding on the final product. Create a soccer logo with tips from an illustrator in this free video on art.

Graphic designers should know how to draw as well as how to operate art programs on a computer. Become a graphic designer with tips from an illustrator in this free video on art.

Art directors should understand the future goals of the company they work for and be able to manage other artists. Become an art director with tips from an illustrator in this free video on art.

Purchase art according to how it will be used and by checking out displays at galleries. Buy art with tips from an illustrator in this free video on art.

Art prints tend to be less expensive and can be invested in depending on how close of a representation the print is to the original work. Purchase art prints with tips from an illustrator in this free video on art.

Buy artistry products at a local art shop or by going online to purchase items that are more advanced. Purchase artistry products with tips from an illustrator in this free video on art.

When buying art, purchase a frame that incorporates one of the main colors of the design in order to make the image stand out. Buy framed art with tips from an illustrator in this free video on art.

To buy original art, go to local galleries or use the Internet to purchase a product that comes with a certificate of authenticity. Purchase original art with tips from an illustrator in this free video on art.

Find a painter by using the Internet, browsing the Yellow Pages and checking out local art galleries. Learn to locate a painter with tips from an illustrator in this free video on art.

Organize an exhibition by advertising, spreading out flyers and using the Internet to spread the word. Learn to organize an exhibition with tips from an illustrator in this free video on art.

Put together a college art portfolio by selecting original works and displaying them on a personal Web site. create a college art portfolio with tips from an illustrator in this free video on art.

Artists should use fluorescent light bulbs when drawing in order to save energy and get a more natural look. Learn more about lighting for artists with tips from an illustrator in this free video on art.

Artists should purchase chairs that promote good posture and are comfortable when painting. Choose an art chair with tips from an illustrator in this free video on art.

When drawing or painting, artists should maintain good posture by keeping their backs straight. Maintain good posture with tips from an illustrator in this free video on art.

There are several different types of easels that artists use to create watercolor paintings, artistic drawings and oil paintings. Choose an easel with tips from an illustrator in this free video on art.

When arranging an art display on the street, keep the artistic work at a horizontal view to capture the attention of others and create an impressive look. Arrange an art display with tips from an illustrator in this free video on art.

Art prices can vary depending on location, season and effort involved. Set prices for art with tips from an illustrator in this free video on art.

When creating art, try playing music and attacking the canvas from different angles to loosen up the body and develop inspiration. Learn to get inspired about art with tips from an illustrator in this free video on art.

Get in the mood for art by listening to music and researching magazines before developing different sketch ideas and designs. Learn to get in the mood for art with tips from an illustrator in this free video on art.

When creating art, relax by drinking a cup of tea or a glass of wine to loosen up the muscles and develop inspiration. Relax while creating art with tips from an illustrator in this free video on art.

Painting and drawing is the art of using a pigmented medium to create a picture of reality filtered through the imagination, the senses, emotions and life experience. Artists the world over have multiplied the uses of painting and drawing as a vital mode of human expression, whether recording history, retelling myth and legend, expressing religious fervor or exploring the unknown. From early history to the present, we have records of man making graphic representations of the world, showing understanding and curiosity. In this free video series on art, illustrator Lars Erik Robinson discusses several tips for drawing and illustrating artistic designs. Robinson begins by explaining how to design a crest, a small business logo, a sports logo, a triathlon logo, band bumper stickers and soccer logos. He then discusses other art related topics, such as: how to buy art prints and framed art, how to organize an exhibition, maintain good posture, choose an easel and set prices. Watch these free videos and learn more about art today.
Lars Erik Robinson Lars Eric Robinson graduated from Ringling School Of Art & Design where he received his BFA in Illustration in 1994. Robinson has been a National Caricaturist Network (NCN) Member since 1998. Murals, Illustration, graphic design, and catering are other large aspects of his trade.dkdk
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