Introduction to Digital Painting
How to Get Better at Values 1
A course by Jean Fraisse , Guiding artists in AI-driven value creation
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About the video: How to Get Better at Values 1
Overview
“In this lesson, I will show how I copy photos in black and white to learn from reality and sharpen my value perception. ”
In this video lesson Jean Fraisse addresses the topic: How to Get Better at Values 1, which is part of the Domestika online course: Introduction to Digital Painting. Learn digital painting from scratch by learning how to capture lighting, color, and volume with brushes in Photoshop.
Partial transcription of the video
“How to Get Better at Values In this lesson, I will show you how I use photos and copy them to get better at observing reality and sharpening our perception of values. We've talked a bit about drawing techniques just as a reminder, we've been talking about observation and how it was important to make this shift in our way of observing contrast, and we've translated it to the technique that actually is gonna allow us to create volume and depth. Now it's time to practice. We really want to practice as soon as possible, because painting is really a practical skill. Even though we have to unders...”
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Course summary for: Introduction to Digital Painting
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Category
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Software
Adobe Photoshop -
Areas
Digital Drawing, Digital Illustration, Digital Painting, Fine Arts, Painting

Jean Fraisse
A course by Jean Fraisse
Jean Fraisse is an accomplished professional artist and entrepreneur who has navigated a fascinating journey from a passionate yet talentless child to a self-taught expert. His dedication to mastering the art of drawing and painting has led him to a successful career in the creative industry. Over the past decade, Jean has progressively embraced the entrepreneurial side of his profession, learning from trial and error to integrate business acumen into his artistic endeavors. His experience is enriched by extensive self-education through books, tutorials, and mentors, both virtual and in-person.
Influenced by renowned figures like Gary Vaynerchuk and Tim Ferris, Jean has developed a robust understanding of the value system essential for thriving in the digital age. His expertise extends beyond art creation to encompass strategic business thinking, leadership, and market analysis. Jean's insights are drawn from foundational texts and YouTube channels, providing clarity and a methodical approach to both art and entrepreneurship. He is committed to helping fellow artists understand their role in the evolving art market and equipping them with the skills to adapt and succeed in today's rapidly changing environment.
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