Description
In this course, you will :
- Learn about matte painting and the benefits of the art form. Learn how to examine a reference photograph for lighting, shadows, and subjects.
- Discover Reha's Photoshop tips before delving into the significance of composition when developing a visual language.
- Begin sketching your scene to determine the composition and mood of your painting.
- Find reference images to help you develop your concept, then learn how Reha selects the photos he uses based on the various elements they contain. Then investigate how to make your painting appear realistic.
- Continue with the main features of your painting, starting with the sky and shore.
- shows you how to create and save an action in Photoshop before moving on to the artwork's midground and foreground.
- Learn how to incorporate a Viking ship into your scene, then experiment with perspective lines, colour correction, and other effects.
- To add depth to your painting, incorporate the castle as well as atmospheric elements such as mist and haze.
- Concentrate on the finer details, such as trees, ship shields, waterfalls, and lighting. Then put the finishing touches on your work so that it is ready to be shared with the rest of the world.
Syllabus :
1. Plan of Attack
- Thumbnail Sketching
- Gathering Stock and Reference Images
2. Matte Painting: The Main Elements
- Sky Replacement
- Shore
- Midground and Foreground Elements (Mountains)
- Drakkar (Viking Ship)
3. Matte Painting: Details and Post Production
- The Castle
- The Details
- Shields and Lighting
- Final Touches