Learn How to Draw and Paint in Photoshop

Name: Learn How to Draw and Paint in Photoshop
Rating: 4.6 (317 reviews)

Tips and Techniques for Digital Art

Created bySiobhan Twomey

Last updated 7/2020

English

What you'll learn

You'll learn dynamic drawing and painting skills for Photoshop or any similar application
You'll learn how to use powerful art tools, such as brush sets, pen tools, and selection tools
You'll learn how to build up a drawing or painting gradually, using a systematic approach
After the course you'll be up and running with the right resources and tools to start creating your own digital paintings and drawings
You'll also have a fully rounded understanding of processes that professional artists use every day

Course content

5 sections • 16 lectures • 1h 27m total length

Welcome3:10
Thank you for enrolling in this course! Here's a quick introduction from myself and an overview of the lessons I've planned out for you.
Setting Up3:08
You'll need digital imaging software and a drawing tablet for this course. In this class I'll walk you through these requirements.
My Top 5 Tips for Drawing and Painting in Photoshop4:14
Before we dive in, I'll show you my top 5 tips for Photoshop that I use all the time as an illustrator and artist. If some of them don't make sense right away, don't worry, they'll make sense by the end of the course!

Drawing with Dynamic Lines5:00
This lesson introduces you to ways in which you can dramatically improve your drawing ability and line work - keep it loose and simple! I've included practice sheets so that you can get your line work up to speed.
Perspective Grids3:32
Two approaches to drawing: technical and freeform. This class will show you how to tackle the rigid perspective grid and give you pointers on how to counterbalance that with loose sketching.
Taking a Drawing from Rough Marks to Final Line Work7:12
In this lesson I walk you through the process of drawing from observation. I'm using a photo as reference and I'll be showing you how to start off very rough and loose, and then refine your drawing in stages.

Managing Layers3:15
Keeping layers in easy to identify groups is key to keeping your workflow running smooth, which in turn is key to keeping your creativity flowing. I'll show you how I easily manage my layers as I work.
Colour4:35
This lesson gives you an overview of your colour palette and shows you how to select colours for painting
Brush Techniques8:02
The first main way to add colour to your canvas is with the brush tool. In this class I'm going to teach you 4 brush techniques that you can use when painting.
Painting with the Lasso Tools4:13
The second main way of adding colour to your canvas is by making a selection and adding colour to it. In this lesson I explain techniques and tips associated with the regular lasso and polygonal lasso.
Using the Bucket and Brush Technique6:57
Putting the brush tool and the lasso tool together is a powerful painting process and in this lesson I'll explain the basic concept and show you how you can turn areas of flat colour into authentic looking textures with just the touch of a brush.

Drawing with the Pen Tool5:08
The third way to work with colour is through one of Photoshop's vector tools and in this lesson I'll show you all you need to know about the pen tool, an extremely versatile and easy to use drawing tool.
Applying the Pen and Brush, Part 111:31
Putting it all together. In this lesson and the following one, I will aim to put all the techniques and principles that I've covered throughout the course into one painting and walk you through step, by step the entire process from start to finish.
Applying the Pen and Brush, Part 29:34
Part 2 of painting from start to finish using all the tools and techniques that I've covered throughout the course.
Advanced Layer Options4:34

Requirements

A basic knowledge of Photoshop is required; also a knowledge of how to use a digital drawing tablet

Description

Start your artistic journey here and learn the techniques and processes for drawing and painting in a digital medium. In this course I will walk you through the steps for creating stunning digital artwork plus I'll share the tips and techniques that I've used as a professional artist for over 15 years in the animation industry. If you are just starting out as an artist or are keen to develop your natural ability to create art then this course is for you.

Who this course is for:

Anyone who wants to improve their art skills in a digital space by learning to draw and paint digitally
Anyone who wants to explore or start a career as an illustrator or animation professional
Anyone who wants to learn how to draw and paint

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Course content

Introduction3 lectures • 11min

Section 2: Drawing Skills3 lectures • 16min

Painting5 lectures • 27min

Combining Drawing and Painting4 lectures • 31min

Conclusion1 lecture • 3min

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