Guidelines for Creating Banners Version 2.0
Crafting Killer Layered Banners!
Join me in this tutorial as I walk you through the process of creating breathtaking multi-layered banners like a pro. No prior experience needed? Check out our beginner's guide here instead!
In this video, you will learn:
- How to design a straightforward, stacked banner
- mastering diagonal banners
- wavey stacked banners like a boss
- creating wide stacked banners
- embellishing your banners to make them stand out
- and so much more goodness!
Get Ready, Get Set, Draw!
Supplies You Need:
- Marker Paper
- Rhodia Graph Paper
- Sharpie Markers or pencil
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Let's Begin!
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Crafting Those Stunning Banners
Ready your marker paper and Rhodia graph paper: Affiliate Link 2, along with some versatile Sharpie markers, or get a bit old-school with a trusty pencil.
Stacked Banners - The Basics
Straight Stackers
Step 1: Draw two sets of parallel linesStep 2: Close off the endsStep 3: Add in the back overlapping piecesStep 4: Connect the center
Tip: Make sure your lines are as parallel as possible. They don't have to be perfect, just as close as you can get them for an appealing look.
Variety is the Spice of Life
Step 1: More parallel lines!
Step 2: Only close off the middle oneStep 3: Close off and add angles on opposite sidesStep 4: Connect the centers
Offset Parallel Lines
Step 1: Draw the offset horizontal linesStep 2-4: Repeat the same as above
Diagonal Stackers
Step 1:** Draw your diagonal lines
Step 2: Connect the linesStep 3: Draw two more boxesStep 4: Make the connections
(See below for variations)
Wavy Stackers
These require less precision, but still aim for parallel lines for the best results.
Step 1: Draw a single wavy lineStep 2: Draw connections firstStep 3: Following the top wave, draw in the bottom oneRepeat steps 1-3...Step 4: Add flags and center connections
Wavy Variations
Step 1: Offset parallel lines
Step 2-4: Repeat the same as above
The Weird Wide Ones
Working on a large surface like a landscape paper or chalkboard, wide banners come in handy!
Step 1: Draw a bunch of wavy linesStep 2: Draw lines of the same length coming downStep 3: Close off your boxesStep 4: Draw in your flagsStep 5: Close off the backs
Embellishments
Want to add some extra style to your banners? Check out our beginner's guide here!
Wrapping Up!
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For more information on tools, click here: Affiliate Link 1** Affiliate Link 2**: Rhodia graph paper
Useful Resources:
Beginner Banners Video: Here
Sources:
- Balancing Act: How to Create a Balanced Composition (composition tips)
- How to Make a Composition Exercise Sketchbook Page (composition sketchbook page examples)
- How to Draw a Basic Perspective Grid (perspective grid tutorial)
- Matrix Method for Perspective (matrix method for perspective grid creation)
- To elevate your home-and-garden lifestyle with calligraphy art, consider using resources like marker paper, Rhodia graph paper, and Sharpie markers when creating multi-layered banners.
- For a beginner, it's essential to have the right supplies such as Rhodia graph paper for creating stunning layered banners. You can learn more about Rhodia graph paper and other tools by following these affiliate links: Affiliate Link 1 and Affiliate Link 2.
- Embellish your banners and augment your lifestyle by adding intricate calligraphy details. Explore our resource library for worksheets, traceables, templates, and more to take your crafting skills to the next level. (Access the Beginner Banners Video here)
