Digital Art and Design: Explore the Colorful Side of Chaos

A course by Adhemas Batista , Designer and Digital Artist

Designer and Digital Artist. Los Angeles, United States.
Joined November 2021

Explore new design techniques, learn how to effectively use color, and discover how to turn your cultural influences into artwork full of happiness and chaos

  • 100% positive reviews (10)
  • 527 students
  • Audio: English
  • French, Italian, Polish, Dutch, English, Portuguese, German

Explore new design techniques, learn how to effectively use color, and discover how to turn your cultural influences into artwork full of happiness and chaos

A course by Adhemas Batista

“I explore the bright side of chaos using colorful, vibrant, and strategic concepts across various media.”

Adhemas Batista’s bold and unique artistic style has seen the designer and digital artist work with clients including Google, Adobe, Walmart, and Coca-Cola. He has also been recognized with accolades from the LIAA, the D&AD, and the Cannes Lions Festival.

In this online course, Adhemas teaches you how to turn your cultural influences and everyday experiences into digital art. Explore hues, vectors, emojis, and 3D graphics to create illustrations that spread joy while making your audience think. Color your world with the perfect blend of art and design!

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What will you learn in this online course?

20 lessons & 26 downloads

  • 100% positive reviews (10)
  • 527 students
  • 20 lessons (3h 51m)
  • 26 additional resources (10 files)
  • Online and at your own pace
  • Available on the app
  • Audio: English
  • French, Italian, Polish, Dutch, English, Portuguese, German
  • Level: Beginner
  • Unlimited access forever

What is this course's project?

Illustrate a poster featuring a custom emoji character using Photoshop, Illustrator, Cinema 4D, and Arnold Render.

Who is this online course for?

This course is for anyone with an interest in exploring new digital design techniques to turn cultural influences into vibrant artwork.

Requirements and materials

Previous knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Cinema 4D, and Arnold Render is required.

In terms of materials, you will need access to a device with these programs installed.


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Adhemas Batista

A course by Adhemas Batista

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Designer and Digital Artist

Adhemas Batista is a self-taught designer and digital artist. His creative journey began at 15 years old when his brother gave him a computer with the intention of helping him to learn graphics. From there, he began teaching himself to use different software and understand HTML code before moving on to work in design studios and advertising agencies. Adhemas found his identity while working on the Havaianas website, which received international exposure in blogs and magazines, attracting freelance opportunities and kickstarting his career.

Since then, Adhemas has worked with clients including 7-Eleven, Absolut Vodka, Adidas, Adobe, Asics, Beats by Dre, Coca-Cola, Doritos, Dr. Pepper, Gatorade, Google, Microsoft, Nike, Stadia, Taco Bell, Volkswagen, Unicef, and Walmart. He’s also received numerous accolades from the LIAA, the D&AD, and the Cannes Lions Festival.


Content

  • U1

    Introduction

    • About Me
    • Influences
  • U2

    Think before You Create

    • Process and Tools
    • Creating Simple Shapes in Illustrator 1
    • Creating Simple Shapes in Illustrator 2
    • Color: Theory and Palette Design 1
    • Color: Theory and Palette Design 2
    • Research for Generating Ideas
    • Creating the Sketch
  • U3

    Creating the Emoji Artwork

    • The 2D Emoji in Illustrator
    • Textures in Photoshop
    • 3D Emoji: Basic Shape in Cinema 4D
    • 3D Emoji: Adding Light
    • 3D Emoji: The Texture
    • Creating Hollow Shapes
    • Adjustments and Renders
  • U4

    Compositing the Illustration

    • The Composition in Illustrator
    • Rearranging Colors
    • Final Adjustments in Photoshop
    • Export Settings: Digital and Print
  • FP

    Final project

    • Digital Art and Design: Explore the Colorful Side of Chaos

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Digital Art and Design: Explore the Colorful Side of Chaos. Design & Illustration course by Adhemas Batista

Digital Art and Design: Explore the Colorful Side of Chaos

A course by Adhemas Batista
Designer and Digital Artist. Los Angeles, United States.
Joined November 2021
  • 100% positive reviews (10)
  • 527 students