Illustrative Photobashing: Creating a Character Portrait

In this class we will cover how to use stock photos, photo filters, textures, and Photoshop to create an intriguing and unique character portrait.  By the end of this class, students will have learned how to find, choose, and manipulate images to create a “painted” look in a digital illustration.

Students will take the skills learned in this class to create their own character portrait.

Students going into this class should have intermediate Photoshop knowledge.  In particular, students should be thoroughly familiar with Photoshop blending modes, layer masks, the liquify tool, and transformation tools.