“Lost & Found” – Animal Illustration Tutorial Video

This tutorial is more than just a painting lesson—it’s a masterclass in emotional storytelling. You will learn:

Creating Emotional Characters: I’ll show you my techniques for giving a character, like this little mouse, a soul. Learn how to use posture, facial expression, and those big, expressive eyes to evoke a sense of sadness, loneliness, and hope, drawing the viewer into the character’s world.

Painting Moody and Magical Environments: Discover how to use a dark, lush jungle setting to enhance the narrative. I’ll teach you to paint dense foliage, dangling vines, and mossy ground, and how to use light from the glowing fireflies to create a sense of mystery and comfort in the darkness.

The Art of Light and Shadow: Learn how to use dramatic lighting to set the mood. I’ll explain how to make the fireflies glow and cast soft light on the character, creating a beautiful and poignant contrast that highlights the story’s emotional core.

Developing a Cohesive Scene: I’ll share my professional workflow for combining all these elements—character, environment, and lighting—into a single, powerful image that feels complete and tells a compelling story.