An important part of many ancient cultures, playing cards carry a strong symbology to this day, whether as a form of entertainment or a narrative tool. Designer and illustrator Larissa Arantes, who's collaborated with names like O Globo, GNT, and more, uses playing cards as a source of inspiration for her work, always looking to convey emotion through images.In this course, learn to illustrate a pack of cards from the initial sketches to the final artwork. Larissa shows you how to choose an aim, a theme, a narrative, and an artistic language along with the best format for your cards. Also see some strategies for financing and presenting your illustrated deck.