Sketching People with Watercolor
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Learn illustration and watercolor techniques to paint quick sketches from start to finish
A sketchbook is the perfect place to capture everyday life and the people around you. With just a pencil and some watercolors, award-winning artist Marcus Penna, who has worked with major clients like DC Comics, Editora Abril, and UEFA, is capable of recreating the expressive nature of the human figure in his sketches.
In this online course, learn the fundamentals of drawing and watercolor painting to create quick sketches of ordinary people using a reference photo. Marcus teaches each step in his creative process, from observational drawing to working with tonal values and adding the final touches.
Get to know your teacher Marcus Penna as he tells you about his creative career in 3D art, illustration, and watercolor. He also shares the artists who influence his work.
Begin with an overview of the course materials and start mixing paints to see how color behaves on paper. Then, choose a reference photo and draw an observational sketch, focusing on proportions and facial features.
Now grab your brush and get ready to paint! First, Marcus teaches you how to analyze color layers in Photoshop to create your own color palette. Then learn to apply a range of tones, working from light to dark, and complete your piece with some extra details.
Finally, scan your illustration, adjusting key color settings, and retouch it in Photoshop. Marcus rounds out the course by sharing a few of his own sketchbooks and discusses the importance of practice to continue honing your art.
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