Introduction to Digital Painting
Applying Primary Contrasts for Matte and Specular Objects 1
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About the video: Applying Primary Contrasts for Matte and Specular Objects 1
Overview
“In this lesson, I will first show a schematic version of the scene to explain how light works in this particular context and over these objects. I will then do a step-by-step demo on how to paint light on an assortment of objects with different reflectivity levels. ”
In this video lesson Jean Fraisse addresses the topic: Applying Primary Contrasts for Matte and Specular Objects 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
“In this lesson, I will first present a schematic version of this scene to understand how light works on different objects and materials. Then I will show how to actually paint them depending on their level of reflectivity. We really have to be cautious and careful in our analysis because the precision of our analysis is what is going to define the precision of the final work we're going to be doing. We really have to consider, as always, things as simply as we can. So what I mean by that is that after all, even though this volume, this object is made of a lot of complexity, a lot of details...”
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Course summary for: Introduction to Digital Painting
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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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