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Illustration Start to Finish
Building blocks for creating any kind of illustration, guiding you from initial concept sketches to polished final artwork with clear, step-by-step methods.
Digital Tools & Tips
Streamline your workflow and boost efficiency by mastering essential digital tools, shortcuts, and professional techniques.
Anatomy & Perspective
Gain the confidence to draw characters and objects from any angle by understanding fundamental principles of anatomy and perspective.
Referencing
Learn how to take inspiration from existing ideas and references to create something entirely new, original, and visually compelling.
Color & Value
Master the use of color and value to make your illustrations vibrant, dynamic, and visually striking, enhancing the overall impact of your artwork.
Rendering Techniques
Discover efficient linework and rendering methods that save time while producing polished, professional-quality illustrations.
- Section 01
OT
01. Orientation- Meet your instructor - Learn about class objectives, overview, and learning outcomes
- Section 02
Preparation
02. Gathering Inspiration and References- Gather concepts and ideas effectively
03. Concepting- Concept exploration
04. Soft to Hard Referencing- How to reference from memory
- Section 03
Drafting
05. Basic Compositions- Basic grid overview and hierarchies in composition
06. Shape Desgin- Universal appeal through shape design
07. Thumbnailing- Draft thumbnails
- Section 04
Perspective
08. Basic Perspective Theory- Understand vanishing points
09. Box and Geometric Shape Study- Simplify objects into shapes
10. Space and Tangents- Create convincing depth of field
- Section 05
Anatomy
11. Basic Anatomy- Break down body parts
12. Skull Studies- Break down the skull
13. Perspective Anatomy- Draw bodies in perspective
14. Croquis Studies- Line of action for natural movement
- Section 06
Value and Light
15. Basic Light and Value Theory- Work with light, shadow, and reflective light
16. Depth of Value- Create space with limited values
17. Distillation- Conduct value studies with clear shapes for readability
- Section 07
Color
18. Basic Digital Color Theory- Apply color theory and digital color mixing
19. Color Vibration- Create stimulating color palettes
20. Applying Color to Grisaille Painting- Effect layers demonstration
- Section 08
Rendering
21. Line Economy- Line economy and readability
22. Focal Point Rendering- Information and layer management
23. Paintover- Paintover demonstration
- Section 09
Self Critique
24. General Critique Checklist- Review key elements to check for during the process
25. Tools and Tips for Applying Adjustments Quickly- Apply additional correction layers
26. Importance of Mental and Physical Health During Critiques- Review your art with a healthy and constructive mindset
- Section 10
Outro
27. Advice to Artists From Personal Experiences- Burnout prevention strategies and career advice
This course will use Clip Studio Paint v4.
Please purchase and install these program(s) for an optimized chapter experience.
*These programs and/or materials will not be provided with the chapter.
