Character Drawing

Tpiola

Character Design 101: Color Rendering & Theory

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Skills You’ll Learn

Develop & Design the Character Based on these Images and Ideas

Learn how to look for references and draw from there!

Understand the light and shadow theory as well as how it forms

Learn different techniques of how Tpiola render illustration pieces

Learn how to create your own original character with your own style

Character Design 101: Color Rendering & Theory


WHAT IS THIS CLASS ABOUT?

Do you struggle with colors and rendering? I will teach you about form, values, and color to create a semirealistic character with a lot of personalities. Learning about color is very important for developing a unique style and appealing to the public on any social media.


WHO IS THIS CLASS FOR?

This course is for everyone who enjoys digital art but normally feels overwhelmed by the number of tools professional programs have. For those who want to learn how to paint in a simple but convincing way. For those who like semi-realism that is commonly found in videogames.


WHAT WILL THE STUDENTS ACHIEVE?

By the end of the course, you will feel more comfortable with the color wheel, and you will be able to choose the right colors for shading your character. Your digital pieces will have more dimension and depth, which will improve your art greatly.

Sketching a Character and Sharing Coloring Ideas

Colors fundamentals and shading

Rendering and final touches

Curriculum

Welcome

Welcome

1. Meet Your Instructor

02:41

2. Introduction to the Course

01:47

3. Introduction to the Program

03:32

1

All About the Brushes

1. Paint Tool SAI - Introduction

22:19

2. Brushes That I Use the Most: The Magic of the Simple Round Brush!

19:18

3. Brushes That I Use Less: Fancy Brushes

18:45

2

Create a Character Using Different Inspirations

1. How I Get Inspiration From Photos, Pinterest, Instagram Accounts

11:35

2. How to Make Your Own Character Interesting and Appealing

12:32

3. Develop & Design the Character Based on Inspiration and Ideas

15:57

4. Draw a Character Using References

18:17

3

Understanding colors

1. PART I. Color Theory I: Saturation and Value

21:18

2. PART II. Color Theory II: Cold and Warm Hues

18:23

3. Creating Personality Thorough Colors (Meaning and Sensations Caused by Colors)

13:20

4

Understanding Form

1. The Importance of Understanding Forms (Why Lineart Isn't Necessary)

14:48

2. Light and Shadow: How They Interact with Form

25:03

3. Different Surfaces and Their Reaction to Light

15:14

5

Rendering Part I - Introduction

1. What is Rendering? + Different Approaches to Rendering

14:06

2. Difference Between Realism and Semirealism

14:38

3. My Own Rendering Technique

13:36

4. Trouble Shooting: Common Mistakes that Beginners Make (Don't over do it!)

14:02

6

Rendering Part II - Application

1. Rendering Different Skin Tones

29:39

2. Rendering Hair

24:35

3. Rendering Clothes

22:41

4. Rendering Metals

17:41

7

Develop Your Own Style

1. Improvisation and Photo Studies

16:05

2. Developing a Personal Style through Practice

22:19

BONUS

Extra Tips on Rendering

1. Hands! (Give Extra Expression to Your Character)

24:15

OUTRO

Congratulations!

1. Congratulations on Completing the Course

02:24

Creator

Tpiola

Tpiola

Hi! My name is Paz Tapiola.


I always loved drawing as a kid, but it was never something serious until the age of 15 when I spent various months in bed due to an injury. During that time, drawing was the only thing I could do.


My passion for it started increasing more and more each day. I started drawing fan arts for my favorite books and, as soon as I could, I bought a digital tablet. Shortly after, I was drawing my own characters and accepting commissions and requests from people on the other side of the globe.


Now, I want to share what I learned during these past few years with the world.

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