What will you in Character Art School: Complete Coloring & Painting Course
- Master the fundamentals of digital coloring and painting for character art
- Understand lighting, shading, and color theory for realistic rendering
- Apply various painting techniques, including cel shading and soft blending
- Learn how to color skin, hair, clothing, and different materials
- Develop a complete digital painting workflow from sketch to final artwork
Program Overview
Introduction to Digital Painting
⏳ 30 minutes
Overview of painting tools and software setup (Photoshop, Procreate, etc.)
Understanding brushes, layers, and tablet settings
Color Theory & Lighting Basics
⏳ 45 minutes
Introduction to the color wheel, harmony, and temperature
Fundamentals of light sources, shadows, and highlights
Rendering Techniques
⏳ 1 hour
Cel shading, soft shading, and blending methods
Using grayscale rendering and color overlays
Skin, Hair, and Material Painting
⏳ 1 hour
Techniques for painting realistic and stylized skin tones
Rendering shiny, matte, and textured surfaces like fabric and leather
Character Painting Workflow
⏳ 45 minutes
Step-by-step process from line art to final colored illustration
Layer management, color correction, and composition tips
Common Mistakes & Pro Tips
⏳ 30 minutes
Avoiding muddy colors, banding, and flat lighting
Advice on improving speed, confidence, and visual appeal
Final Project & Portfolio Prep
⏳ 30 minutes
Applying techniques to a full character illustration
Preparing artwork for portfolios and online sharing
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Job Outlook
- Digital painting skills are in demand for concept artists, illustrators, and game designers
- Opportunities in animation studios, comic creation, and freelance illustration
- Strong foundation for entering character design, book illustration, or merchandise art
- Growing market for independent creators on platforms like ArtStation, Etsy, and Gumroad
Specification: Character Art School: Complete Coloring & Painting Course
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