Guided Project: Create Traditional Style Digital Portraits in Photoshop

Guided Project: Traditional Painting with Analog Style

“Final Project: Digital Portrait with Traditional Style in Photoshop Objective The purpose of this project is to apply the techniques learned in the specialization to create a digital portrait with a traditional approach in Photoshop. Throughout the process, you will work with shapes, values, and details to capture the essence of the portrait without overly relying on the photo reference, allowing your personal style to shine in the final piece. Project Description You will create a digital portrait using a structured process that will help you better understand facial construction through shapes and values. To achieve this, you will follow a step-by-step approach, from initial sketches to the refinement phase. During the project, you will work on the following aspects: 1. Preparation and References - Import the necessary brushes into Photoshop (.ABR). - Find or capture a suitable reference photo. - Create a mood board with inspiring images to define the aesthetics of your portrait. - Set up a document in Photoshop with appropriate dimensions. 2. Building the Portrait Base - Draw the basic shapes of the head and face using angular and minimal lines. - Establish simple proportions to guide the facial structure. 3. Defining Values - Block in light and dark masses to establish depth. - Work with subtle gradations to create volume without relying on outlines. 4. Modeling Facial Features - Render the eyes, nose, and mouth using shapes instead of lines. - Adjust values to highlight volumes and essential details of each element. 5. Portrait Refinement - Add details and subtle textures to bring realism to the skin and hair. - Make final adjustments to harmonize the composition and ensure consistency in values. - Free yourself from the photo reference and allow your personal style to emerge in the artwork. Final Submission To complete the project, you will present the following elements: - Process images, including initial construction and value work. - The final high-resolution portrait image. - A brief reflection on the process, explaining the challenges faced, artistic decisions made, and lessons learned. Tips for Success - Simplify: Don't get caught up in details from the start; focus on overall values. - Observe values: The key to good digital painting lies in light and shadow relationships. - Don't rely too much on the photo: Use the reference as a guide, but let your style define the final result. - Be patient: Improvement comes with practice and constant refinement. Motivational Closing Creating a digital portrait with a traditional style in Photoshop is an exercise in observation and creativity. As you progress through this project, you will discover new ways to represent the human figure with your unique artistic approach. Enjoy the process and let your talent shine in every stroke! ”

Course summary for: Guided Project: Create Traditional Style Digital Portraits in Photoshop

• Level: Beginner
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• 214 students
• 1 unit
• 6 lessons (1h 12m)
• 9 downloads

• Category

  Illustration

• Software

  Adobe Photoshop

• Areas

  Digital Illustration, Digital Painting, Traditional illustration