Collect vintage books and prints.
As an artist and a book lover, I’m inspired by old books and prints. Botanical drawings, like Elizabeth Blackwell’s book of medicinal plants, have a classic look that I just love.
Quick Start Tips
Listen to period music.
As I worked on this poster, I put on some classical music to get into that vintage mood. For this, I put on Pachelbel's Canon.
Share what you love with others.
Sharing what you create is a great way to stay connected. Try making art for others — it’s a thoughtful, frameable way to show that you care.
Let's roll
Import Imagery
Find the right inspiration.
Inspired by botanical illustrations, I searched Adobe Stock for photos of flowers, fruits, and animals that I could use to make a cool composite.
Tweak Composition
Bring them together.
I looked for images with a white background, so it was easier to cut out objects with Photoshop's basic Selection tools. Then I experimented with scale and composition, using the Stamp tool to fix any blemishes.
Add Typography
Stand out with type.
For balance and depth, I added typography. I also chose a serif typeface, Bodoni 72, that tied everything together.
