NUNA_USA Influencer Event in Times Square

NUNA flew in influencers across the USA to meet for a day of pampering and exploring in NYC. I sketched guests during their dinner overlooking the breathtaking and iconic Times Square in Manhattan! Nuna is a family of baby products that is designed around your life. #myNuna #NunaMom #NunaDad

Photographed by @kenzrempel at the R Lounge in Times Square

Side by side of the muse and the illustration, even added the glass of wine! I think adding details like that in an illustration are key, because it can make it POP more.

See to the right for these NUNA wristlets that I illustrated for the event inspired from the NYC Skyline + Local Mom. These wristlets are American Made in Cleveland, Ohio and even come in Vegan Leather by Anne Cate X Deanna First.

For Nuna family means the world to them. Bringing in practical and functional designs to life for families is a constant source of inspiration for them. They have thought about all the little things so that you can focus on all the big things! In this design you’ll see illustrated Nuna’s new TRVL ultra-lightweight Stroller, this is a game changer for a quick and easy go!

I had the pleasure of meeting and getting to do an illustration of @NicoleKaufman

Ending the night with a beautiful view of Times Square!

Deanna's Favorite @TOMBOWUSA Sketch Products!

The holiday season is upon us and @TOMBOWUSA gifted me so many amazing products that will help me get the ball rolling with some crafty gifts. I will be showcasing a few awesome products that I think every artist needs to add to their “Christmas Wish List”. Ever thought of making your own Holiday Cards? Well don’t worry below I will be walking you through a step-by-step “print making” tutorial so you are ready to mail out your favorite cards and envelopes before the season ends. Remember handmade gifts like these come from the heart and are PRICELESS!

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Finish off your Holiday cards from #Tombow with a custom holiday cheer saying!

Step 1: Outline Step 2: Color in Step 3: Add detail

Twin Tone Marker 6-Pack, Rainbow : Brighten up your planner, journal or notes with these dual tip markers! Broad bullet tip creates bold lines and extra-fine tip creates detailed, precise lines. Water-based ink doesn’t bleed through most papers.

Filling up my @TOMBOW Storage Tote with all of my art essentials!

Featuring below is the Fudenosuke Brush Pen 2pk : Easily create modern calligraphy with this beginner-friendly brush pen! Includes Soft Tip and Hard Tip brush pens for creating extra-fine, fine or medium strokes by a change in brush pressure. The Soft Tip allows easy transition from thick to thin lines by changing pen pressure. Hard Tip is for firm control and consistent lines.

Dual Brush Pen 6-pack, Merry & Bright : The perfect festive color palette for your art and craft projects! Set of 6 markers with flexible brush tip on one end and fine tip on the other. Blendable, water-based ink.

Hand Lettering Basics (Left to Right)

Light pressure on upstroke + Heavy pressure on downstroke = Combine for a finished letter

3 Ways to Prepare for the Holidays with Tombow

• DIY wrapping paper with Dual Brush Pens

• Create your own cards with Fudenosuke

• Organize your wish lists with Twin Tone

Deanna’s Favorite @TombowUSA Sketch Products!

When it comes to sketching the impact that the kind of products you use have on your outcome is huge! There's many types and brands you can pick from, it can differ on what you choose to use depending on what you’re working on. I will show you the differences in why which size Mono Drawing Pen matters and why grids are important and more using all @TombowUSA products. These gifted products are some of my favorites and go to daily products I’ve used for over 10 years now!

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Above we have the @TombowUSA Mono Drawing Pens, these are water-based pigment ink markers that have 6 different tip sizes. These specific markers are perfect for precise line drawings and writing.

The sketch above shows 4 uses of different “tip” markers. For the face I used 01, hair and body frame used 03, for the outline details I used an 08. An 08 is the thickest line with these Mono Drawing Markers from @TombowUSA, this makes the sketch “pop” off the page. Lastly the flower details in the dress and I used an 05 marker for that.

Let’s talk about the importance of Grid Lines and why we should use them more often when sketching. Grid lines can be used for many purposes when doing an illustration. They can actually help with keeping the eyes of your sketch symmetrical while sketching. Grid lines can also help with creating the body proportions and making it easier for you to get your focus on.

Some Top Tips for illustration: Sketching is a skill, Sketching is at least 50 % observation, Use your resources, Look for basic shapes, Use a full range of value, Use line quality, Stay consistent with your style, Know your medium, Loosen up, Practice-practice and even more practice.

Lastly the @TombowUSA Septcouleur Notepads, I am obsessed with these! They are perfect for creating your “To-Do List” for the day or week. I think these notepads would a great stocking stuffer as well, especially since they fit nice and snug in a regular sized purse or tote. So awesome for on the go artist!