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This is a class for intermediate digital artists who want to learn more advanced digital painting techniques. This continuous class offers a wide variety of projects with something different to learn every week. Students may receive positive and constructive feedback on drawings to get their paintings to a more professional level! 

-- LEARNING GOALS --

✅ Delve into fundamental art principles such as light, shadow, color, and edges, specifically tailored to the digital medium.
✅ Understand the "rules" of digital painting and why it's different from traditional drawing.
✅ Master techniques such as using layers, selecting the right brushes, and simplifying your digital painting process for a more natural feel.

-- CLASS STRUCTURE --

🔰 WEEK 1: Objects - We'll practice using layers, creating realistic shadows, lighting, and textures.
🔰 WEEK 2: Environments - Let's create scenes with multiple objects and layers, simplifying complex scenery.
🔰 WEEK 3: People - We'll paint faces, bodies, and clothing with expert guidance.
🔰 WEEK 4: Animals - Learn to paint animals, rendering form and highlights effectively.
🔰 WEEK 5: Student Project - Work on your own project with my support, or create based on the weekly prompt.

The class will cycle through topics and repeat themes with variations every week.

-- PREREQUISITES --

⚠️ Students are recommended to have 6 MONTHS of experience using their digital painting software prior to joining this class OR have taken the Digital Painting Level 1 class or equivalent. https://outschool.com/classes/intro-to-digital-painting-xll8D2y0

-- SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE --

This is an all-inclusive class where I'll be teaching in Photoshop, but alternatives such as Procreate, IbisPaint, Krita, Fire Alpaca, and Clip Studio Paint are all welcome.

Students should have a pressure-sensitive tablet and pen. It is also recommended for students to have 2 monitors for the best learning experience: one for the class video and one for their digital painting software.

-- QUESTIONS AND SUPPORT --

This class is ideally suited for students aged 12 to 17. However, if you have a child under 12 who you believe is prepared for the course, please send me examples of their artwork for admittance to the class.

If you are not sure if this is right for you, please don't hesitate to reach out!

See you soon!