Katie Rodgers

Painting with Watercolors: From Inspiration to Fashion Illustration

These are really fun! I especially love the up close sketch=0)

very nice sketches and love your inspiration images... my fave is the maxi bow! :)


I really like the whimsy in your drawings!

Super cute sketches! I really like the one with the hat. I have to learn to relax my lines too. I tend to get too pencil heavy.

beautiful!! love the close up drawing too. try and mimic the line weights you got in the close up- in the full length drawing. i think your line weights are a bit too static there, and maybe a little too dark. also watch the proportion of the head... could be a tiny bit smaller. love where it's going though... keep it up!

thanks katie! static meaning too straight and precise? 

yes! it will just liven it up... and make it more visually pleasing and dynamic :) 

perffffect I'll do some tweaking!  I've always had trouble loosening up with my work - the unintentional, yet intentionalness ;) thanks!

yeah it's hard if you aren't in the habit of it... took me a long time to get the hang of it!

I love how each picture has a different story and idea.

Love the details in your inspiration photos!

Love all the images you've put together. Can't wait to see what you turn them into! :)

stunning. love the headpieces &amp; masks that i see throughout! 

i love these. the colors and silhouettes will really look great as an illustration

I like your project and especially the pink dress. I feel in love with it as soon as I saw it

Bright pops of color, quirky accessories and flowing fabrics are what I enjoy illustrating most.&nbsp; Lots of detail, captivating the eye.
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Tried to relax my lines and lighten up a bit below:
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