In this course you will be shown a variety of techniques for creating monster art in Adobe Photoshop. Digital artist Robert Marzullo will explain the proper use of photo reference to give your illustrations a dynamic and appealing look. You will learn ways to build up your painting and edit it with a non-destructive approach.
The course will cover lots of the powerful tools in Photoshop that allow you to manipulate your work to create a variety of effects. By the end of this course you will have a much greater knowledge of Photoshop’s many features for creating dynamic digital monster art.
1.Introduction2 lessons, 02:35
2 lessons, 02:35
1.1Introduction01:15
1.1
Introduction
01:15
1.2Tools and Resources01:20
1.2
Tools and Resources
01:20
2.Understanding the Tools We Will Use to Create Our Monster2 lessons, 29:35
2 lessons, 29:35
2.1Understanding Layers and Brushes18:14
2.1
Understanding Layers and Brushes
18:14
2.2Working With Selections to Control Our Effects11:21
2.2
Working With Selections to Control Our Effects
11:21
3.Designing Our Monster4 lessons, 57:31
4 lessons, 57:31
3.1Studying and Sketching From Reference to Create Our Creature Design11:32
3.1
Studying and Sketching From Reference to Create Our Creature Design
11:32
3.2Blocking in the Overall Shapes of Our Painting15:35
3.2
Blocking in the Overall Shapes of Our Painting
15:35
3.3Painting in Light and Shadow to Give Our Monster Depth and Form15:39
3.3
Painting in Light and Shadow to Give Our Monster Depth and Form
15:39
3.4Using Liquify to Quickly Modify Parts of Your Illustration14:45
3.4
Using Liquify to Quickly Modify Parts of Your Illustration
14:45
4.Refining the Artwork4 lessons, 22:46
4 lessons, 22:46
4.1Adding in Detail and Textures12:59
4.1
Adding in Detail and Textures
12:59
4.2Creating Effects With Blending Modes04:19
4.2
Creating Effects With Blending Modes
04:19
4.3Adding Finishing Touches With Levels and Color Balance03:20
4.3
Adding Finishing Touches With Levels and Color Balance
03:20
4.4Saving Elements of Your Painting to Enhance Productivity02:08
4.4
Saving Elements of Your Painting to Enhance Productivity
02:08
5.Conclusion1 lesson, 01:12
1 lesson, 01:12
5.1Conclusion01:12
5.1
Conclusion
01:12
Robert is dedicated to improving his art and diversity of styles every day. He has a background in comic book illustration and 3D Animation. His love for science fiction and design show in his work. He specializes in fantasy art and conceptual works for many clients.



