Turtles, fish, octopus, whales, mermaids, jellyfish, and shells – all residents of the underwater kingdom and water itself inspire illustrators from all over the world. That is probably because we also came out of the water and cannot live without it. Here is a set of funny, realistic, and fantastic representatives of the underwater world. Artists show us the works of their imagination in scenes of life in the underwater world. Having studied the tutorials you will learn how to create your own underwater world. Let's dive into the depth of creativity. Have a safe float up!
Inspiration
Sea Turtle
by Fizzgig
Aqua Life
by Chicho21net
CME Rebel Penguin and friend
by rebel-penguin
Underwater dance
by VinA222
Munchie Squid
by Dreeft
Friends at sea
by Hapines
Megaladon
by ROAR-productions
Burning Water
by Quiccs
Koi
by reversenorm
Fishy fish
by reversenorm
Goer
by czerasz
Tortuga
by soul-painter
Cthulhu
by mercitron3
In the see
by VinA222
The bait
by TLDesigns
Bluegill
by Pickle72
Nuna
by wescleyb
Mr. Lonely-Breathless
by Monochrome-Clown
Water
by LimKis
My Fish Girl
by Hopey-mean
Wave
by DiegoTavares
Vector Betta
by ShadowMehMeh
Robo-Mirer
by CinnaStraw
The Biggest Puddle
by CinnaStraw
Plic Ploc
by Castiyo
Vector Wallpaper
by IkilledMyElegance
Jelly Fish
by skyrill
Opposite worlds
by lilvdzwan
Under water glow
by tanya-and-coffee
Water pet
by beTwinned
Tancho & Hikarimuji
by novenarik
The Great Wave
by krazykarl
Underwater
by VeralenaTW
AzelieLai.com
by Ashxl
Dragon fish
by fiboy
Break
by illufox
A PAIR
by P3xelArt
Pity Globe Fish
by chicken1985
Rescue
by RasheezyC
Coral reef
by rafajija
Fish Out of Water
by Solitude12
I touched an electric catfish
by furberry
Is anyone there?
by ga-he
Coral
by Vikasuperstar
Sea necklace
by tanya-and-coffee
Shark
by ceeX
Scuba diver
by mildvisions
Cute Octopus
by mapleflavored
Sentinel
by Eddy-all-die-for
La Piovra
by Dario Dr.Pepper Maggiore
Tutorials
Create an Illustration of a Pearl-Filled Clam on an Ocean Bed
"We'll be using various effects, such as: mesh, blend, warp, clipping mask, opacity mask, depth of sharpness, editing of swatches, and pathfinder box."
Create an Artistic Vector Fish with Layered Effects – Vector Plus Tutorial
"If you want to learn numerous techniques in Illustrator to create a layered vector fish, then we have an awesome tutorial for you. Learn how to use transparency, blends and effects to create vector artwork with great depth. Take the plunge into these vector artwork enhancing techniques!"
Create a Super Happy Octopus Character
"In Illustrator it's really easy to create fun characters with some simple shapes and the Pathfinder Panel. In the following tutorial I will explain how to create a Happy Octopus Character. You can use these techniques and elements to create whatever character you want!"
How to Create a Vector Goldfish in Six Steps
"In this tutorial I'll show you the process I use for creating a vector goldfish in six easy steps. The steps are a bit condensed so Intermediate Illustrator users will benefit greatly, though beginners will be able to get similar results, you'll just need to experiment a bit more with these tools and techniques. The vector goldfish is created with the use of the Mesh, Blend and Symbol Tools."
Create a Traditional Japanese Koi Carp Illustration
"Traditional Japanese paintings are instantly recognizable; their style, composition and colors are a dead give away. Even more so, the subject matter. Koi Carp have been painted and illustrated by the Japanese for centuries and are familiar to people all over the world. This tutorial will take the intermediate Adobe Illustrator user through the techniques and processes needed to imitate what the Japanese have perfected."
Create a Cool Water Ripple Effect in Illustrator
"We'll be using Adobe Illustrator to create this tutorial. A water ripple effect can easily be achieved using a radial gradient. Besides this, I will be showing you how to create realistic water droplets using the gradient mesh tool."
How to Create a Stylized Underwater Scene
"In this tutorial, we'll explain how to create some fish with the Blend Tool and how to make our custom seaweed shapes using the Twirl Tool and effects like Twist and Pucker & Bloat. Let's get started making this stylized underwater scene."
Utilizing Perspective and Depth of Field in Your Character Creations – Vector Plus Tutorial
"If you want to learn how to create characters using depth of field effects with Illustrator and a touch of Photoshop, then we have an awesome tutorial for you. In this tutorial, we'll create a rockin' octopus with arms reaching out toward the viewer."
How to Create a Yellow Submarine Icon with Gradient Meshes – Vector Plus Tutorial
"If you want to learn how to use gradient mesh, pattern brushes and other advanced Illustrator tools to create a shiny submarine, then we have an awesome tutorial for you."
Create A Water Texture
"In this tutorial we'll create the texture of water.It is a relatively quick and easy technique using Illustrator’s Effects, Simplify, Offset Path and some bright colors."
Mastering mesh
"In creating this fish illustration, author demonstrates how, unlike any other medium, the mesh allows him to move a stroke of color without changing the relationship between colors."
How To Create Your Own Vector Cartoon Character
"Adobe Illustrator tutorial covering the process of creating Vector Fish."
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