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Illustration ideas to brighten the graduation yearbook: a collection of memorable designs

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Have you ever found yourself unsure about what kind of illustration to draw on the cover when making a graduation anthology? Not only the writing inside, but the cover illustration is also an important element of a graduation book.

There are plenty of motifs you might want to draw—classroom scenes, memories with friends, and more—but when it’s time to actually draw, many people end up wondering how to go about it.

In this article, we’ll introduce illustration ideas that are perfect for graduation anthologies.

We’ve gathered ideas that work well not only for the cover but also for interior spot illustrations.

Whether you’re confident in your drawing skills or not, you’re sure to find helpful tips.

Let’s decorate your graduation anthology—something you’ll treasure for a lifetime—with wonderful illustrations!

Illustration ideas to brighten up the graduation yearbook. A collection of memorable designs (71–80)

Calligraphy Art

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Calligraphy Art

If you combine calligraphy and painting into “calligraphy art,” it’s guaranteed to make a powerful-looking cover! You can scatter characters throughout the picture like hidden text, or place one large, thematic character in the center and build the illustration around it—the design possibilities are endless.

Varying ink shades is great, but if you’re printing in color, we also recommend using colored ink or paints for a vibrant finish.

A cover with strong messaging that incorporates calligraphy will leave a lasting impression on graduates, teachers, and parents alike.

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In conclusion

A graduation anthology is a precious book that gives shape to irreplaceable memories.

Even as time passes, a collection adorned with heartfelt illustrations will never fade, reviving the warm recollections of those days.

The feelings that words alone cannot fully convey will be gently complemented by the illustrations.

Please complete this treasure, expressed in your own unique way, to deliver to your future self!