Dribbble’s universe

Celebrating my invitation to Dribbble with a tribute to its vibrant design community.

Personal project

Exploration

Year

2018

Role

Illustrator

Duration

2 days

As part of Dribbble’s long-standing tradition, this illustration marks my entry into the platform, paying homage to its vibrant design community. The concept represents Dribbble’s universe, where designers shine as stars.

I handled the entire creative process, from ideation to the final artwork, using Illustrator for vector elements and Photoshop for color and texture refinement.

About Dribbble

Dribbble is a global platform where designers showcase their work, get feedback, and connect with peers. It’s a hub for illustrations, UX/UI designs, and brand identity concepts, making it a key network for visual inspiration and collaboration.

The challenge

Being invited to Dribbble was an exciting opportunity, and I wanted my illustration to stand out. Many concepts had already been explored, so I aimed to craft something symbolic and yet personal—representing both Dribbble’s brand identity and the community of talented designers it gathers.

The process

My creative process began with research, exploring works from other illustrators who celebrated their Dribbble invitation in unique ways. This led me to the concept of a constellation—a visual metaphor for the Dribbble community. After sketching several ideas, I landed on a composition that subtly referenced Dribbble’s logo as a constellation.

I then used Illustrator to define the sharper elements of the illustration, like the logo and characters, while Photoshop allowed me to refine the colors and textures, adding depth to the night-sky atmosphere.

The reduced color palette emphasizes creativity and futurism, with soft organic shapes creating a dreamy aesthetic. The characters pointing to the stars direct the viewer’s attention to the main message: “Hello Dribbble.”

The solution

The illustration represents Dribbble’s universe, with a constellation subtly forming its logo, where each star symbolizes the designers in the community. The soft, organic shapes and the pink planet create a sense of mystery and inspiration, while the characters point towards the constellation, emphasizing the welcoming message.

Conclusion

The response from the Dribbble community was positive, with 9.6k views and 103 likes. The concept of a creative constellation resonated with users, marking a significant milestone in my personal illustration journey.

9.6K

Views

103

Likes