PASTEL FASHION ILLUSTRATION
The online course "Pastel Fashion Illustration" is a four-week intensive led by professional fashion illustrator Zhenya, whose clients include Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, Marie Claire, Grazia, and other major magazines and brands. Throughout the course, you will learn how to create illustrations as true art objects. The program covers pastel techniques and fashion stylization. With detailed feedback and personalized guidance from Zhenya, you will sharpen your skills and see immediate progress in your work!
FIND YOUR SIGNATURE STYLE WITH PASTEL
Discover your unique voice in fashion illustration. By combining signature styling methods with soft pastel—a tactile, living medium—you will easily stand out in a sea of monotonous art. While its roots trace back to the masters of the last century, today’s most celebrated trend-setting illustrators continue to choose pastel to create modern masterpieces.
THE NEW TREND
Illustrations created with traditional materials are becoming a rare luxury. In a digital world, mastering tactile, living mediums only elevates the prestige and value of your artistic craft.
EARNING POTENTIAL
Illustrators who master traditional mediums are in high demand and short supply. Handmade artwork commands premium pricing, often starting at €1,000 and above per piece. Today, top-tier brands and global magazines actively prioritize artists who specialize in hand-drawn graphics.
CAREER GROWTH
A perfect opportunity to elevate your artwork to a professional level. All it takes is mastering the right techniques and putting them into practice to transform your passion into a thriving career.
10 LESSONS
Unlock new dimensions of soft pastel and master the timeless techniques of professional fashion illustration.
PURPOSEFUL PRACTICE
Our learning process is centered around intentional, purposeful practice. Each assignment is designed to consolidate your new knowledge and reshape your visual thinking.
Zhenya provides detailed, constructive feedback on every assignment. This hands-on guidance ensures you refine your techniques and level up your skills with every illustration you create.
PROGRAM | English Subtitles Available
HOW IT WORKS
STEP 1
Choose your preferred learning format below.- STEP 2
After payment, you will receive an email with instant access to the video lessons (English subtitles included). - STEP 3
Watch the tutorials and complete your creative assignments. - STEP 4
Receive tailored feedback and guidance directly from the instructor.
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materials
Extra-Soft Pastels
Zhenya uses Koh-i-Noor extra-soft dry pastels. However, you can use any soft pastel range from similar high-quality brands such as Faber-Castell, Sennelier, etc.
Pastel Paper
Zhenya uses Italian Fabriano paper, but any textured, grainy pastel paper will work perfectly.
Tools & Accessories
Paper blending stumps (tortillons), a classic eraser, white and black pastel pencils, and burgundy and brown watercolor pencils.
Procreate Brushes
Free digital brushes designed to mimic authentic pastel textures in Procreate are available for download.
Illustrations by Zhenya
MEET THE INSTRUCTOR
Zhenya | Fashion Illustrator & Artist
Zhenya holds a degree in architecture and fine arts. For eight years, she thrived in the architectural and construction industry, serving as Chief Architect and Chief Project Engineer.
Deeply passionate about fashion illustration since 2011, Zhenya has collaborated with major luxury brands, beauty giants, and leading global fashion publications. Her impressive client list features Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, Marie Claire, Grazia, Elle Australia, Revlon, L'Oréal Paris, and London Fashion Week, among others.
She is the creator of the acclaimed project "365 Days of Fashion Illustration and Go to Paris." Recognized by Harper's Bazaar as a standout talent in the industry, her original artworks are currently showcased in prominent galleries across France (Lille), Germany (Berlin), the UK (London), and Japan (Tokyo). Zhenya is also a proud contributor to the prestigious SHOWstudio in London.
Official site fashion-illustrator.com
Instagram @zz_fashion_illustrator
CHOOSE YOUR FORMAT
"The Pastelist"
$220
+ 2-month course access
+ Personalized homework feedback
+ Certificate of completion
"Creating with Zhenya"
$410
+ 3-month course access
+ Personalized homework feedback
+ BONUS: "Digital Pastel" online course for FREE! 🎁
+ Certificate of completion
You will gain access to all course materials in your student dashboard on the GetCourse platform immediately upon payment. Please note that this digital product is non-refundable.