Fantasy Character Design in Photoshop: Create Magical Worlds

Elaboration 2

A course by Claudya Schmidt , Fantasy Artist

Fantasy Artist. Berlin, Germany.
Joined February 2022
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2,248 students
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About the video: Elaboration 2

Overview

“You'll see how we can break through the barriers of layer modes and paint over our lines. Now we can paint freely! ”

In this video lesson Claudya Schmidt addresses the topic: Elaboration 2, 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

“I'm just going after the ideas of Subsurface Scattering or volume scatter and paint the effect on plants, which are also in the background and also in front, by creating depth through the folding of the leaves. Here at the top the sheet is folded outwards and this is the inside and only through this does the light fall. On the leaf surface is the strongest reflection from the atmosphere or sunlight, while below the leaf the light is scattered. I'm just implying that very gently. With a lasso tool you can quickly display larger piles of leaves. I'm now beginning to integrate the creature wit...”

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

  • Level: Beginner
  • 100% positive reviews (43)
  • 2248 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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Fantasy Artist

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 (43)
  • 2,248 students