Portrait Illustration with Analog and Digital Techniques
A course by Amy Pearson , Artist and Illustrator
Seamlessly combine graphite, watercolor, and Photoshop to create a stunningly lifelike portrait
Beautiful images that empower women are at the heart of Amy Pearson’s work. Throughout her career, the artist has developed a unique technique for creating incredibly realistic portraits that capture the power and strength of the women she illustrates.
In this course, Amy teaches you how to make captivating portraits that combine a variety of analog and digital techniques. Guiding you from initial sketch to finished work, discover how the blend of handmade pencil drawing, watercolor painting, and Adobe Photoshop has the ability to create stunning images full of color and character.
What will you learn in this online course?
17 lessons & 12 downloads
- 100% positive reviews (157)
- 2,217 students
- 17 lessons (2h 43m)
- 12 additional resources (2 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English
- English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
Recommended software for this course
Adobe PhotoshopWhat is this course's project?
Create a hand-rendered portrait by combining analog and digital techniques, including pencil, watercolor, and Photoshop.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course is for artists, illustrators, or anyone with an interest in creating portraits that combine traditional and modern techniques.
Requirements and materials
No previous experience is necessary, but basic drawing and Photoshop skills are nice to have.
Necessary materials include a mechanical pencil, an eraser, mixed media paper, watercolor paints and brushes, a lightbox or a ruler, tracing paper, a printer, a scanner or camera, a graphics tablet, and a computer with Adobe Photoshop installed.
Reviews
Amy Pearson
A course by Amy Pearson
Based in the UK, Amy Pearson is a multidisciplinary artist and illustrator specialized in creating art that combines analog and digital techniques.
Working with clients like The Beauty Effect, Nylon, and more, Amy creates magazine spreads, privately commissioned portraits, menus, and other projects that showcase her unique creative style. She is currently focused on marketing and selling her self-directed artwork as prints through different online channels, including her own website.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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What We Will Do in the Course?
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U2
Preparation
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Materials
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Finding Inspiration & Research
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Photoshop Editing
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Basic Watercolour Techniques / Understanding Watercolour
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U3
Creating the Portrait
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Rough Sketching in Photoshop
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Tracing the Outline
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Detailed Pencil Drawing
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U4
Adding Creative Elements
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Decorative Elements
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Working in Photoshop 1
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Working in Photoshop 2
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Editing and Adding in Other Items 1
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Editing and Adding in Other Items 2
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U5
Final Touches and Printing
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Recommendations for Fine Art Printing
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Final Touches
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FP
Final project
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Portrait Illustration with Analog and Digital Techniques
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gilly_billy
PlusWow! This was fantastic. The use of hand drawing, painting, digital manipulation, gold leaf and sewing to capture a unique portrait was exquisite. Amy explained everything clearly and her demonstrations were easy to follow. The final result remains a constant inspiration for my own work.
stefanie512
The course provided great inspiration in combining different mediums into a single artwork and demonstrated practical techniques to achieve this. The instructor's approach effectively expanded my understanding of creative possibilities. For anyone interested in exploring new artistic methods and gaining new inspiration, this course is highly recommended.
paulachammas
Curso muito inspirador e proveitoso porque cobre várias técnicas. Instrutora com boa didática.
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elena755
Great Course, great Artist!
savage883
Maravilloso y práctico
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