Color Your Character Course
The kind that make you think, 'Did I really draw this?' In this course, we’re going to make exactly those portraits. Even if you’ve never drawn before, this course will make coloring portraits feel easy and fun. You’ll have one little 'wow' moment after another as you see your characters come to life with color.
"I love this course! It’s so fun seeing my drawings get a pop of colour 😍"
- Rose Ann
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Coloring made easy
In this fun, beginner-friendly course, we’ll sketch and color three adorable portraits together from start to finish. You’ll learn how to pick colors that work well together, where and how to add shadows and highlights to create depth and volume, and how to use alcohol markers effectively for smooth, vibrant coloring.
But that’s not all! You’ll also discover how layering colored pencils on top of the markers can add even more richness and detail to your characters.
Whether you’re a total beginner or looking to improve your coloring skills, this course gives you everything you need to draw portraits that impress both yourself and others! Join now and start your first portrait right away!
Learn step-by-step how to add light and shadow to create depth, volume,
and life in your portraits
Simple color-picking tricks
for palettes that always work
Beginner-friendly guidance for
smooth, streak-free coloring
From simple sketch to stunning portrait!
Draw portraits you’ll be proud of!
After this course, drawing and coloring portraits won’t feel frustrating anymore. It’ll be relaxing, fun, and deeply satisfying. You’ll create the cutest portraits that will amaze yourself and impress everyone you show them to!
Wondering how we’ll get there? Here’s what’s inside the course.👇🏼
Getting Started with Alcohol Markers & Colored Pencils - 25 min
Want smooth blends and streak-free results? In this lesson, you’ll get everything you need to start strong with alcohol markers, from what to buy to how to use them. I’ll walk you through my favorite marker en colored pencil brands and show you easy techniques for even, professional-looking coloring.
How to Choose the Perfect Color Palette - 9 min
Color choice can make or break your drawing. In this lesson, you’ll discover six easy tips to build color palettes that feel balanced and cohesive, without needing complicated color theory. A simple way to bring harmony and impact to your portraits.
Shadows and Highlights: the Basics - 8 min
Bring your portraits to life with depth and contrast! In this lesson, you’ll learn where to place shadows and highlights, how to choose the best tones, and how to layer them with markers and pencils for vibrant portraits.
Portrait 1 - 44 min
Yes, here we go! Let’s start our first full portrait with this cute redhead!
We’re going to put everything into practice now and I’ll walk you through every step of the process. Just follow along, I’ll explain exactly what I’m doing as we go. I'm 100% sure you can draw this cutie too!
Portrait 2 - 47 min
Portrait number two! With blonde hair this time, which means different choices in shadows and highlight. I’ll show you how to layer markers, use pencils for depth and volume, and add highlights and shadows to create volume. Follow along step by step and have fun!
Portrait 3 - 45 min
Portrait number three! In this lesson, you’ll learn how to create depth and vibrancy with a darker skin tone and dark hair. From sketch to final details. I'll show you how to use pencils for fine details, and how some simple adjustments to highlights and shadows will bring your portrait to life with beautiful contrast and warmth.
Color Your Character
3 full portrait projects. From first sketch to final, fully colored artwork
Step-by-step guidance for smooth, vibrant results (even if you’re a total beginner)
Alcohol marker techniques to blend colors seamlessly and avoid streaks
Light & shadow basics to add depth, volume, and life to your characters
Color palette tips to create beautiful, cohesive tones every time
Instant online access for 6 months. Rewatch lessons anytime, at your own pace
Such a fun course, my favorite one so far!
This course is easy to follow and gave me so much clarity and confidence.
Before this course I was afraid to even try coloring my drawings. I just didn’t know how to start. But now I know exactly what to do and I am confidently drawing and coloring, not only characters but other subjects too.
Calluna
I’m enjoying drawing my characters so much more since taking this course!
This course helped me take my first steps in coloring with alcohol markers and colored pencils. And although it can be challenging, it’s so much fun and the results are beautiful. A whole new drawing world truly opened up!
I can wholeheartedly recommend this clear, cheerful, and compact course!
Denise
What material do I need?
Basic sketching tools
A simple pencil and eraser, no special brand or type needed. A kneaded eraser can be helpful to lighten your sketch before coloring (so the graphite doesn’t show through). I use this one.
Paper
Use good-quality marker paper for the best results. In this course, I use this Ohuhu Marker Pad. Of course, other sizes and brands can be used too.
Alcohol markers
For this course, I recommend the Ohuhu Honolulu 36 Skin Tone Set.
You'll find the set here at BeCreativeShop, or here at ohuhu.com.
In addition to the colors in this set, I use two yellow markers: Y27 en Y111 (previously known as Y1 and Y2). However, the 36 Skin Tone Set also includes yellow tones that you can use as alternatives.I use the brush/chisel tip combination, but I personally work mostly with the brush tip, so the brush/fine tip combination works just as well.
Please note: until May 27 2026, you will receive 10% off your purchases at Ohuhu.com when using the code INGESILLUSTRATIONS.
Colored pencils
I use Faber-Castell Polychromos pencils. I have the full set of 120 colors, but you definitely don’t need them all. For portraits, I mostly stick to earthy tones; pinks, browns, yellows, grays, oranges, warm purples, and black. I prefer using softer, more natural shades rather than bright colors. For detailed highlights I use a Koh-I-Noor white charcoal pencil, or a white gelpen.
Do you need these exact brands and colors?Not at all! If you already have similar materials, feel free to use those. Just make sure you’re working with good-quality supplies. That really makes a big difference in your results.
Join today for only €79 – start your first portrait in minutes!
Hi, I'm Inge!
Hello, I'm Inge, an illustrator from the Netherlands. I haven't been drawing all my life, and I didn't attend extensive art schools or universities. In reality, I started drawing just a few years ago and taught myself how to do it. And believe me, my first attempts were far from perfect. They were, in fact, quite ugly.
That's how I know that drawing is not about talent. It is just about practice. If I could learn to draw, everyone can. But, I've also come to appreciate how valuable a little guidance can be.
That's why I've made it my mission to introduce others to the joy of this relaxing hobby and provide them with the guidance they need to create stunning drawings that will amaze even themselves. As of today I'm very happy to have already guided over a 1500 people with my products, and I hope to help many more!
FAQ
How can I watch the course?
All lessons are available immediately after purchase on the online platform. If this is your first course with Inge's Illustrations, you’ll receive an email with a link and your personal login details immediately after checkout.. Already have an account? Then your new course will automatically appear on your dashboard at https://community.ingesillustrations.com. You’ll also get access to a private group where you can share your progress with other students.I have no drawing experience. Can I still follow the course?
Absolutely! This course is suitable for both beginners and illustrators with some experience. Don't worry if you have no prior drawing experience, I start from the very beginning and guide you step by step. You will be surprised at what you can accomplish with just a few helpful tips.Do I need the exact same markers and pencils you use?
No, not at all! You don’t need the exact brands or colors I use in the lessons. Feel free to work with materials you already have. Just make sure they’re of good quality, as that really makes a difference. The techniques I teach work well with high-quality alcohol markers and colored pencils, but cheaper or low-quality materials may not blend or layer as smoothly.
Of course, you can always try your own materials first before investing in anything new. Just keep in mind: if your results don’t turn out as expected, it might be due to the quality of your supplies.
Can I follow this course using watercolor or other materials instead of markers and pencils?
You can, but keep in mind that the course is specifically designed for alcohol markers and colored pencils. The techniques I demonstrate, like blending, layering, and adding highlights, are tailored to those materials.That said, if you’re comfortable with watercolor or another medium, you can absolutely follow along and adapt the lessons to your tools. Your results might look a bit different, but that’s totally fine! You’ll still find plenty of tips that apply to your work too, like how to choose a color palette, which tones to use for shadows and highlights, and how to create depth and volume in your portraits.
How long do I have acces to the course?
You'll have access for 6 months. In this time period you can rewind the video as many times as you need to fully understand the material.
I'm worried I don't have enough time to finish the course. Can I extend my acces?
I deliberately set a limited access time for the course because I truly believe it will encourage you to complete the course and get the maximum benefit from. So let the approaching deadline be a good motivator to make the most of your time! If you still can't finish it within the given time, you'll receive an email with an offer to extend your course access towards the end. But, I encourage you to keep working on it: you got this!Which language is the course available in?
The course is taught in English, and all lessons are spoken in English. English subtitles are included to make it easier to follow along. Currently, the course isn’t available in other languages.Can I sell the drawings I made in this course?
The course content, including the images, is protected by copyright. You can use the drawings for personal practice, but they cannot be sold or used commercially. It’s completely natural, though, that you’ll adopt some elements of the style from the course, and that’s absolutely fine! Think of it as a starting point to explore and develop your own unique style.