Fantasy Character Design in Photoshop: Create Magical Worlds

Basics for Character Design: Sketches and Stories 1

A course by Claudya Schmidt , Fantasy Artist

Fantasy Artist. Berlin, Germany.
Joined February 2022
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About the video: Basics for Character Design: Sketches and Stories 1

Overview

“In this lesson I explore different possibilities for the final character design. To do this, I make several sketches and ultimately choose the design that appeals to me the most. ”

In this video lesson Claudya Schmidt addresses the topic: Basics for Character Design: Sketches and Stories 1, which is part of the Domestika online course: Fantasy Character Design in Photoshop: Create Magical Worlds. Learn fantasy character design. Craft magical plant creatures in meaningful scenes..

Partial transcription of the video

“In this lesson, we'll explore several ways to to find the final character design. I use various techniques, such as simple sketches, about the design, which I end up liking, to hold on. Now I would like to show you how I tell stories with pictures and how I do one Sketch from a simple basic idea into a fantasy illustration with a story. And now I'm doing it from scratch and without preparation. Let's see what happens. So. Growth of ideas is sometimes like a plant itself. It may take time to unfold but as soon as it grows has firm roots. For example, on the course of the last lesson, I could...”

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Course summary for: Fantasy Character Design in Photoshop: Create Magical Worlds

  • Level: Beginner
  • 100% positive reviews (45)
  • 2282 students
  • 4 units
  • 31 lessons (7h 58m)
  • 13 downloads
  • Category

    Illustration
  • Software

    Adobe Photoshop
  • Areas

    Character Design, Digital Illustration, Drawing, Traditional illustration

Claudya Schmidt

Claudya Schmidt
A course by Claudya Schmidt

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Claudya Schmidt, also known as Alector or "Planty," is a freelance artist, author, character and environmental designer, and fantasy illustrator. Her work often delves into the intersection between nature and imagination, blending animals and plants to create magical creatures and transformative narratives. Claudya's art is not only visually captivating but also conveys a sense of calm and meditative wonder.

With a rich background in art and storytelling, Claudya has cultivated a distinctive style that has earned her prestigious awards and recognition. Her passion for sharing her artistic journey and helping others discover their creative potential shines through in this course. Explore the enchanting world of character design and digital artistry under Claudya's expert guidance.


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Fantasy Character Design in Photoshop: Create Magical Worlds. Illustration course by Claudya Schmidt

Fantasy Character Design in Photoshop: Create Magical Worlds

A course by Claudya Schmidt
Fantasy Artist. Berlin, Germany.
Joined February 2022
  • 100% positive reviews (45)
  • 2,282 students