Fundamentals of Digital Painting For Concept Art: An 8-Week Journey To Forge your Skills!
Digital Painting for Concept Art is an immersive and hands-on course designed to equip students with the skills and techniques necessary to create compelling concept art using digital media. This course will guide participants through the entire process of concept art creation, from initial idea generation to the final polished artwork. Students will learn how to transform abstract concepts into visually captivating designs, making them well-prepared for careers in industries such as video games, film, animation, and illustration.
Digital painting fundamentals for concept art is a fantastic skill to learn if you're interested in creating concept art for video games, movies, animations, or any visual media. Concept artists play a crucial role in the early stages of a project by bringing ideas and concepts to life through their artwork.
Remember that concept art is about visual storytelling and conveying ideas, so be creative and let your imagination flow. Enjoy the process of creating digital paintings for your concept art course, and don't be afraid to take risks and push your artistic boundaries.
Course Title: Fundamentals of Digital Painting
Course Code: The_Forge_FDP
Course Duration: 8 weeks
Instructors: Alessio Greco
Price: £600 plus £20,00 registration fee (labeled as shipping & handling) For terms and conditions see FAQ.
Time: Friday 10:00am-2:00pm (GMT)
First Class: October 15, 2023
8 week course
To register please send an email to info.theforgestudio@gmail.com, or go to Register to select multiple courses.
Course Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will:
Understand Digital Art Essentials: Gain a solid understanding of digital art principles, including layers, brushes, and blending modes.
Master Digital Tools: Become proficient in popular digital art software, such as Adobe Photoshop, Corel Painter, or Procreate.
Develop Fundamental Skills: Learn core digital painting techniques, including sketching, blocking in colors, shading, and adding details.
Explore Art Styles: Experiment with different art styles and aesthetics to discover a personal artistic voice.
Create Diverse Artwork: Produce a range of digital paintings, including character portraits, landscapes, and still life.
Improve Digital Drawing: Enhance digital drawing skills, such as anatomy, perspective, and composition.
Refine Texturing and Rendering: Explore techniques for creating textures and rendering realistic or stylized art.
Prepare for Portfolio Building: Gain insight into building a professional portfolio for personal growth or job applications.
Week 1: Introduction to Figure Drawing
Understanding the Importance of Figure Drawing
Materials and Tools for Figure Drawing
Gesture Drawing: Capturing the Essence
Week 2: The Art of Gesture Drawing
Gesture Drawing Practice: Quick Poses
Expressing Movement and Energy
Feedback Session
Week 3: Building the Foundation
The Structure of the Human Body
Basic Proportions and Measurements
Constructing the Skeleton
Week 4: Anatomy Basics
Essential Muscle Groups
How Muscles Influence Form
Anatomy Sketching Exercises
Week 5: Developing Three-Dimensional Forms
Shading Techniques: Light and Shadow
Creating Volume and Depth
Rendering Simple Geometric Shapes
Week 6: Advanced Construction Techniques
Forming Complex Body Parts
Foreshortening and Perspective
Gender and Ages Differences
Masters Study
Week 7: Refining Your Skills
Adding Details to Your Drawings
Focusing on Hands, Feet, and Facial Features
Anatomical Accuracy
Digital Painting Techniques For Rendering
Week 8: Bringing It All Together
Final Project: Complete Figure Drawing
Review and Critique of Progress
Next Steps in Your Artistic Journey
Course Highlights:
Weekly hands-on exercises and practice sessions.
Constructive feedback and critiques to aid improvement.
A supportive learning environment for beginner artists.
Introduction to various drawing materials and their applications.
Exploration of different styles within figure drawing.
Tips for developing a personal artistic process.
All lessons are recorded and uploaded to the cloud so you can download it and re-watch it whenever you wish.
This 8-week course is designed to give aspiring artists a solid foundation in figure drawing. By the end of the course, students will have gained confidence in their ability to capture the human form with accuracy and expressiveness, making it an ideal starting point for anyone looking to begin their artistic journey.
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