Session 22
Have you ever wondered why something looked so good? or so bad? I’m really excited to introduce Part I of an in depth series called the Principles of Design. It is so important and far-reaching that I’ll be spending the next 8 sessions carefully detailing what I wish I knew 10 years ago! Design is truly the architecture of any image and without it, you have nothing. I will focus on what makes a sound design as well as deconstructing approaches (line, shape, pattern) necessary to fully advancing the craft of good design.
Here is everything you get!!
-4 Structured HD Video Tutorials with commentary, annotations, and detailed process demonstration:
1) Design Principles Lecture: Part I (59 min.)
2) Backcountry (56 min.)
3) Keep Out (42 min)
4) First Day on the Job (32 min.)
-Explanations and demonstrations on stylization process, color application, and step by step instruction on all things design.
- Timelapse Videos (1 MOVs); Step By Step Videos (2 MOVs)
- Full Res Images (3 JPGs)
- Raw PSD Files, including all layers!!! (3 PSD Files)
-Brush Set: Some of my favorite brushes
You'll learn:
-to break down good and bad design
-to create designs using line, shape, and pattern
-to push design elements to better tell a story
-to appreciate past art movements and their achievements
-to gain inspiration through art history
-to research reference images effectively
-to embrace lighting as a design element
-to emphasize volume with fill and rim light
-to paint light direction into form
-to build shapes conducive to appeal
-to reveal form using shadow shapes
-to create a story moment
-to paint characters within a scene
-to light a scene using literal warm and cool lights
-to paint with active and passive color
-to build up a focal point
-to light a scene using an off screen light source
-to create rhythm/balance within your work
-to build a composition from line, shapes, patterns and temperatures
-to conceptualize ideas for an executive or director
-to compose a final "moment" with color and light
-to render complex shapes
-to retain vivid colors from rough to finish
-to add final touches using modes and PS adjustment layers
-to provide the best option for presentation
-to commit to an idea and carry it through
-to facilitate coherent technique throughout a piece