![Sustainable Design ecodesign Sustainability Character design digital illustration ecofriendly Nature environment concept art responsible design](https://mir-s3-cdn-cf.behance.net/project_modules/1400/332bb2191344723.65cb9ff9725b0.png)
![Line drawing on a light background, depicting a group of characters at work in a natural setting.](https://mir-s3-cdn-cf.behance.net/project_modules/max_1200/3fdfc7191344723.65ca32add029c.png)
As a freelance illustrator, I've become increasingly aware of the challenges of integrating sustainable practices into visual communication. Through my professional interactions, I've come to realize that developing less polluting creative habits is as crucial as it is complex.
I quickly identified the first obstacle: changing habits. To address this, I've chosen to adopt simple methods for less digital pollution. This includes sketching on paper instead of the screen and setting tight deadlines for computer work.
Additionally, I've opted to send low-impact postcards and emails.
![Eco-designed illustration of a woman cyclist](https://mir-s3-cdn-cf.behance.net/project_modules/max_1200/2c463c191344723.65ca394353cb2.jpg)
![Eco-designed illustration of a hiking boot that makes mud splatter.](https://mir-s3-cdn-cf.behance.net/project_modules/max_1200/d01e8f191344723.65ca394352d6d.jpg)
Clean line illustrations on transparent backgrounds for minimal inking:
![Eco-designed illustration of a hiker enjoying a sandwich, a thermos of coffee smoking beside her.](https://mir-s3-cdn-cf.behance.net/project_modules/1400/e29347191344723.65ca39435499b.jpg)
![Eco-designed illustration of a man in the forest exploring a map for orientation. A compass is shown](https://mir-s3-cdn-cf.behance.net/project_modules/1400/dc67ef191344723.65ca394352046.jpg)
Starting with a screen-free conception process:
![](https://mir-s3-cdn-cf.behance.net/project_modules/1400/2e4a35191344723.65ca3941df22d.jpg)
![Presentation of a pencil sketch produced during the design phase of the project.](https://mir-s3-cdn-cf.behance.net/project_modules/1400/c39209191344723.65ca3943510f6.jpg)
Keep the project going with the shortest possible screen phase:
![](https://mir-s3-cdn-cf.behance.net/project_modules/1400/2c9f69191344723.65ca3942bcd1f.jpg)
![](https://mir-s3-cdn-cf.behance.net/project_modules/1400/81e8de191344723.65ca3942bbcbd.jpg)
Printing in standard format at your local print shop:
![Photo of postcards ecodesigned with a very low inking rate to have a very low environmental impact](https://mir-s3-cdn-cf.behance.net/project_modules/1400/f55ce8191344723.65cb75488a8ea.jpg)
![](https://mir-s3-cdn-cf.behance.net/project_modules/max_1200/4a43cb191344723.65cb76fb3e439.jpg)
![](https://mir-s3-cdn-cf.behance.net/project_modules/max_1200/0f63af191344723.65cb76fb3c5c9.jpg)
![](https://mir-s3-cdn-cf.behance.net/project_modules/max_1200/0bd8c1191344723.65cb76fb3d5e7.jpg)
![](https://mir-s3-cdn-cf.behance.net/project_modules/max_1200/7945c2191344723.65cb76fb3b803.jpg)
Here are some useful tools to get you started:
1. 📒 A GUIDE (FR) GUIDE (ENG) with practical tips for designing images with low environmental impact
2. ⚒️ Squoosh & Compressor to easily reduce the weight of our images
If you know someone or a group doing cool things
in the world of sustainable design, let us know in the comments!🌿
Merci!