How to Draw and Color Backgrounds plus Composition
Why take this course?
🎨 Master the Art of Backgrounds with "How to Draw and Color Backgrounds plus Composition" 🚀
Course Instructor: Neil Fontaine 👩🏫
Welcome to a World of Breathtaking Backdrops!
Are you ready to elevate your comic strips, concept art, or any other visual storytelling with stunning backgrounds? Look no further! "How to Draw and Paint Backgrounds" is here to transform your artistic abilities. 🌄✨
Why Take This Course?
- For the Beginners: If you're just starting out, this course will guide you through each step to create visually appealing backgrounds with confidence. 🖼️
- For the Experienced Artists: Even if you already craft beautiful backgrounds, you'll learn techniques to refine your skills and add a new dimension to your work. 🌟
What You'll Discover in This Course
- Simplifying Perspective: Dive into the world of perspective without the frustration. Master it effortlessly!
- Composition Secrets: Understand the principles of composition that make your backgrounds stand out.
- Sketchup Shortcuts: Learn how to leverage Google Sketchup, a tool favored by professional artists like the one who brings Dare Devil to life. It's like having an insider's cheat sheet! 🛠️
- Form and Function in Backgrounds: Discover how to use form effectively to enhance the mood and depth of your backgrounds.
Your Instructor: Neil Fontaine
Neil Fontaine, a top art instructor on Udemy with over 10,000 students, is your guide on this artistic journey. He's also the bestselling author of "How to Draw Awesome Figures" on Amazon. With his expertise and clear teaching style, you're in great hands. 🤝
Why You Should Enroll Today
- Step-by-step Instruction: No matter your skill level, this course is designed to help you improve and succeed.
- Engaging Content: Learn through interactive lessons that keep you engaged and motivated throughout the course.
- Real Results: Many students have seen significant improvements in their background artwork after taking this course.
Don't miss out on the opportunity to add a professional touch to your art. Enroll now, and start drawing and painting backgrounds that will captivate your audience! 🌟🎫
With "How to Draw and Paint Backgrounds plus Composition," you're not just learning; you're unlocking a new realm of artistic expression. Let's embark on this creative adventure together! 🚀🖌️
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Comidoc Review
Our Verdict
This course stands out with its comprehensive coverage of background creation, right from composition to final touches. While there's room for improvement in certain areas, it overall provides valuable insights and practical examples that can enhance your digital art skills. The instructor's engaging style and meticulous approach make it a worthy investment for both beginners and seasoned artists looking to strengthen their background drawing abilities.
What We Liked
- Covers all aspects of background creation including composition, coloring, lighting, shading and texturing
- In-depth walkthrough of creating a demo sci-fi background from initial sketch to finished piece
- Provides tips on using digital software like Photoshop, CorelPaint, Manga Studio, Google SketchUp for background creation
- Helps in understanding perspective, proportions and use of colors
Potential Drawbacks
- Some tangents on character design and anatomy could be removed to focus more on Google SketchUp
- Lacks detailed explanations on composition choices in the speed-painting section
- Could benefit from a PowerPoint or similar summary for faster iteration
- Knowledge of a painting program like Photoshop, Gimp, Krita is recommended for better understanding of the second part