Portrait Illustration with Analog and Digital Techniques

Description

In this course, you will learn:

• Prepare your chosen reference photo by correcting levels in Photoshop, and then begin studying some fundamental watercolor techniques to help bring your picture to life.
• Then, in Photoshop, create a rough collage of your final illustration to learn the fundamentals of outstanding composition.
• Learn how to utilize a lightbox to draw the shape of your portrait after printing off the picture layout, then get some pointers on creating your final sketch.
• Begin adding decorative elements to your design and learn how to import your drawings into Photoshop.
• Create layers with some simple tools to add color and texture to your project.
• Start adding backdrops and learn some of Amy's strategies for making your work more interesting.
• Finally, get some advice on printing your artwork with Giclée printing, which is the best way for replicating work with a lot of detail.
• Finish up by brainstorming ways to hand-finish the final print, such as using paint, embroidery, or metal leaf techniques.

Syllabus:

1.  Introduction

   • About Me

   • Influences

   • What We Will Do in the Course?
      

2.  Preparation

   • Materials

   • Finding Inspiration & Research

   • Photoshop Editing

   • Basic Watercolour Techniques / Understanding Watercolour
      

3.  Creating the Portrait

   • Rough Sketching in Photoshop

   • Tracing the Outline

   • Detailed Pencil Drawing
      

4.  Adding Creative Elements

   • Decorative Elements

   • Working in Photoshop 1

   • Working in Photoshop 2

   • Editing and Adding in Other Items 1

   • Editing and Adding in Other Items 2
      

5.  Final Touches and Printing

   • Recommendations for Fine Art Printing

   • Final Touches
      

6. Final Project

   • Portrait Illustration with Analog and Digital Techniques