Create Background Art in Adobe Photoshop

Create Background Art in Adobe Photoshop: Your Gateway to Animation Artistry

🎉 Course Headline: Learn how to Create Art for Animation with Siobhan Twomey

🎨 Course Description: Embark on a creative journey into the heart of background art and environment design with this comprehensive course. Background design, concept art, digital painting - these are the cornerstones of creating visually stunning scenes in animation. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, Siobhan Twomey, an industry veteran with over 15 years of experience at top studios like Disney and Sony Pictures, will guide you through the process of crafting compelling backgrounds that breathe life into animated stories.

What You'll Learn:

• Fundamentals of Digital Painting: Discover the tools and techniques to bring your ideas to life on the digital canvas.
• Background Drawing Skills: Develop your ability to sketch and transform those sketches into polished backgrounds for various animation scenes.
• Concept Art Mastery: Learn the art of conceptualizing and depicting environments, characters, objects, and atmospheres in a way that complements the narrative.
• Color Theory and Harmony: Understand the color wheel and how to apply color harmony rules effectively in your designs.
• Lighting & Shadow Techniques: Master the use of light and shadow to create depth, form, and realism in your digital paintings.
• Brush and Painting Techniques: Explore a specific brush pack and learn various painting techniques to add texture and detail to your work.
• Atmospheric Effects: Create stunning atmospheric effects to give your scenes a sense of place and immersion.
• Pirate Project Showcase: Dive into a detailed project based on Siobhan's Pirate Project, from rough layout to final finished background.

Course Breakdown:

1. Color Wheel and Harmony: Learn about the color wheel and how to use colors effectively in your artwork.
2. Lighting and Shading: Understand how light interacts with surfaces to create depth and realism.
3. Brush Selection and Painting Techniques: Utilize a specific brush pack to enhance your digital painting skills.
4. Atmospheric Effects: Add the finishing touches that make your scenes come alive.
5. Fantasy Concept Art Scene: Paint up a fantasy scene from concept to completion.
6. Background Design for Animation: Learn the principles of designing backgrounds specifically for animated films.
7. Pirate Project: A step-by-step guide through layout, color blocking, texture application, and final touches on a thematic background.

Why Join This Course?

• Expert Guidance: Siobhan Twomey's insights are informed by her 15 years of experience in the animation industry.
• Practical Skills: Learn practical Photoshop tips, techniques, and workflow hacks to become a more efficient background artist.
• Hands-On Projects: Work on two comprehensive projects that cover a range of styles and techniques.
• Personal Feedback: Get direct feedback from Siobhan on your work and ask any questions you may have.
• Downloadable Resources: Access exclusive downloads to assist you throughout the course.

What You'll Gain:

• A solid understanding of creating background art for animation.
• The ability to transform concepts into detailed, realistic digital paintings.
• A portfolio piece that showcases your newfound skills and techniques.
• Insights into the professional workflow of a seasoned background designer.

🎓 Siobhan's Commitment:

Siobhan is passionate about sharing her expertise and helping you unlock your potential as an animation background artist. This course distills everything she has learned into actionable steps so that you too can embark on a rewarding career in animation, all while enjoying the creative process.

Ready to Start Your Animation Background Art Journey?

Join Siobhan Twomey in this immersive course and take the first step towards becoming an expert in creating art for animation. With her guidance, you'll be painting scenes that capture the imagination and bring stories to life. 🖌️✨

Enroll now and let's create something magical together! See you inside the course, and happy painting! 😄🎨 :laptop: