Guided Course: Futuristic Character Design and Illustration Techniques
A guided course by Max Prentis , Illustrator
Futuristic Character Illustration: From Concept to Creation
In this guided project, Max Prentis teaches the basics of character conceptualization and drawing people and objects using mixed media. Learn how to combine traditional drawing techniques with the digital tools of Photoshop to bring the protagonists of your imagination to life on the page. Create character-driven illustrations that reveal your vision of the future.
What will you learn in this online course?
7 lessons & 16 downloads
- 165 students
- 7 lessons (1h 9m)
- 16 additional resources (6 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English, Spanish
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Create a futuristic mechanical object and character from concept to completion. Employ essential tools and techniques, learn observational sketching, break down objects into shapes, analyze figures through photo references, and enhance sketches with inking techniques using a brush pen.
Who is this online course for?
Aspiring artists eager to explore futuristic themes, digital illustrators seeking to enhance their character design skills, creative enthusiasts passionate about mechanical objects, and individuals interested in refining drawing techniques will find this course enriching and inspiring.
Requirements and materials
Basic drawing materials like sketchpads and pencils are needed, along with a brush pen for inking. No extensive prior knowledge is required, just a curiosity for learning and a willingness to experiment with shapes and figures.
Max Prentis
A guided course by Domestika
Content
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Futuristic Character Illustration: From Concept to Creation
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Tools and How to Use Them
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Coming up with a Character Concept
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The Thumbnail Sketch
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Refined Draft and Character Pose 1
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Refined Draft and Character Pose 2
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The Linework
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Podcast: Drawing the Future – Where Mechanics Meet Imagination
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FP
Final project
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GP: Futuristic Mechanical Object and Character
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What to expect from a Domestika course
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FAQs
What are Domestika's online courses?
Domestika courses are online classes that allow you to learn new skills and create incredible projects. All our courses include the opportunity to share your work with other students and/or teachers, creating an active learning community. We offer different formats:
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When do the guided courses start and when do they finish?
All guided courses are 100% online, so once they're published, guided courses start and finish whenever you want. You set the pace of the class. You can go back to review what interests you most and skip what you already know, ask questions, answer questions, share your projects, and more.
What do Domestika's guided courses include?
The guided courses are divided into different modules. Each one includes lessons, informational text, tasks, and practice exercises to help you carry out your project step by step, with additional complementary resources and downloads. You'll also have access to an exclusive forum where you can interact with other students, as well as share your work and your final project, creating a community around the guided courses.
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