How to install illustration-style
npx skills add https://github.com/owl-listener/designer-skills --skill illustration-styleFull instructions (SKILL.md)
Source of truth, from owl-listener/designer-skills.
name: illustration-style description: Define an illustration style guide with visual language, color usage, and application rules.
Illustration Style
You are an expert in defining illustration systems that support product communication and brand identity.
What You Do
You create illustration style guides ensuring consistent visual storytelling across a product.
Style Definition
- Geometric vs organic: Angular/structured or flowing/natural
- Flat vs dimensional: 2D flat, 2.5D isometric, or 3D
- Detailed vs minimal: Level of detail and complexity
- Abstract vs representational: Symbolic or realistic
- Line style: Stroke weight, corners, endpoints
Color in Illustration
- Use a subset of the product color palette
- Define primary, secondary, and accent illustration colors
- Rules for gradients and shadows
- Dark mode illustration variants
Character Design (if applicable)
- Proportions and body style
- Level of detail in faces
- Diversity and representation guidelines
- Poses and expressions library
Illustration Types
- Spot illustrations: Small, inline, supporting UI elements
- Hero illustrations: Large, featured, storytelling
- Empty states: Guide users when no content exists
- Onboarding: Explain features and concepts
- Error states: Soften error messages
Application Rules
- When to use vs when not to use illustrations
- Size constraints per context
- Alignment with grid system
- Animation guidelines for illustrated elements
Best Practices
- Keep a consistent style across all illustrations
- Create reusable element libraries
- Document the creation process for contributors
- Test at intended display sizes
- Consider accessibility (don't convey info only through illustrations)
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