INTRODUCTION
Digital Painting Techniques: Volume 2 provides another thrilling opportunity to learn from some of the most accomplished and skilled digital artists from around the world. The second volume in this series covers a wide variety of themes and topics and provides in-depth tutorials to aid and inspire any digital artist, whether beginner or veteran. Custom Brushes, Speed Painting, Characters and Fantasy are just a few of the subjects covered in the chapters of this must-have book, with each tutorial providing a logical and professional approach to creating a digital painting of the highest standard. With additional features including a gallery of stunning artwork and links to free downloadable content such as custom brushes, Digital Painting Techniques: Volume 2 contains a wealth of inspiration and advice, making it a worthy addition to any artist's bookshelf.
Industry Quotes
"I have never seen one book that has such a diverse collection of inspiring techniques and subject matter, generously shared by incredibly talented artists."
Dylan Cole
https://www.dylancolestudio.com
"I love seeing how other artists work. It helps me rethink my own techniques and consider how I might do things quicker and more effectively. Digital Painting Techniques 2 is an inspiring kick in the pants."
Tim Warnock
https://www.thenextside.com
"In the last decade, the digital age has reshaped the definition of art and the mediums in which art is created. The field of illustration and concept is brimming with talent and inspiration that continues to grow exponentially. This book is a showcase of the breadth of ability in the industry today."
Stephan Martiniere
https://www.martiniere.com
"If you want to be good - learn from the best! This book allows you to gain insight about the methods and techniques of the industry's best artists. This is the number one resource for anyone who wants to improve their digital painting."
Alex Broeckel
https://www.alexbroeckel.com
Product details
Softback: 288 pages
Publisher: 3DTotal Publishing
Dimensions: 21.6 x 27.9 cm
Paper quality: Full color premium paper pages
ISBN: 978-0-9551530-1-3
CONTENT
Chapter 1 - Characters
Dynamic and Exaggerated Poses by Mark McDonnell
Dynamic Camera Placement And Framing by David Smit
Painting a Jungle Monster by Matt Dixon
Painting a Vampire by Richard Tilbury
Painting a Zombie by Richard Tilbury
Futuristic Marines by Ignacio Bazán Lazcano
Caricatures by Jason Seiler
King Arthur and Excalibur by Simon Dominic
Chapter 02 - Science fiction
Sci-fi Vehicles: Spaceships by Chee Ming Wong
Sci-fi Transport - Capital Ships by Chee Ming Wong
Sci-fi Transport - Space Stations by Chee Ming Wong
Sci-fi Environment - Colonized Planets by Chee Ming Wong
Sci-fi Environment - Space Battle by Chee Ming Wong
Chapter 03: Fantasy
Medieval Market by Ignacio Bazán Lazcano
Fantasy City on Stilts by Jesse Van Dijk
Medieval Slums by Richard Tilbury
Chapter 04 - Vehicles
Designing a Concept Racing Car by Dwayne Vance
Designing an Industrial Vehicle by Hoi Mun Tham
Chapter 05 - Speed Painting
"The sleepy village never saw the horror approaching" by Nathaniel West
"As night fell, the darkness came alive" by Ehsan Dabbaghi
"The approaching swarm looked biblical in scal"e by Justin Albers
"The machine was their only means of escap"e by Emrah Elmasli
"Fear engulfed them as they realised they were about to die" by Emrah Elmasli
Chapter 06 - Custom Brushes
Custom Brushes for Fabric and Lace by Nykolai Aleksander
Custom Brushes for Rock/Metal/Stone Textures by Carlos Cabrera
Custom Brushes for Trees, leaves and Branches by Roberto F Castro
Custom Brushes for Crowds by Richard tilbury
Chapter 07 - Painting from a 3D Base
Using Google SketchUp as a Base for Digital Painting by Richard Tilbury
Sci-Fi Robot by Carlos Cabrera
Train Depot by Ioan Dumitrescu
Abandoned Factory by Serg Souleiman
Chapter 08 - Complete Projects
The Making Of "The Beast” by Jama Jurabaev
The Making Of "Hot House” by Kenichiro Tomiyasu
The Making Of "Dust” by Chase Stone
The Making Of "Aretha Franklin” by Jason seiler
The Gallery
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Customer Reviews (6)
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Lots of info and techniques for your workflow!
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I like a lot to see other artist's techniques and workflow, and this book is just that: A compilation of a lot of artworks, and explanations from different artists and their different techniques they use when they paint.
This helps a lot because with such a high number of techniques and little tricks presented in this books, you can for sure find some techniques that you feel comfortable with, and adapt them to your workflow.
Highly recommended, even if you already have some advanced skills :)
Review by Blendtuts
(Posted on 15/11/2012)
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very informative
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this volume was very helpful in adding techniques to my digital painting workflow!
Review by Derek
(Posted on 23/07/2012)
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Coffe Table Stuff
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Wow, how do you guys and gals do it, I had to buy it after experiencing 1.
I ripped of the plastic coating and settled into what was another day of reading a "novel", I tell you it is just inspiring as well as educational and supportive. One project after another with really simple yet powerful instruction.
All this packaged in a manner fit for your friends to see on your coffe table.
Review by thomas
(Posted on 31/08/2011)
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Superb book!
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This amazing tome of knowledge was an instant buy for me, just because of the science fiction section.
The tips and workflows presented are of such quality that they may propagate into any type of project I will take on.
I am mainly a 3d artist, but what I've read in this book will certainly reinforce my 2d techniques (for anything from concept design, texture work, matte painting to post processing on a beauty render).
All 3d artists should consider this book for the tips you will get to improve/increase your skillset. As for 2d artists, this book and the other ones in the Digital Painting series are must buys!
Review by Chris
(Posted on 12/08/2011)
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A truly great treasure for anyone passionate about DIgital Art.
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When I first saw the book I marveled over it´s vast superior knowledge database. It has secrets beyond your imagination and if you are willing to follow the magic you´ll never know where you will end up. Everybody should read this. I want to give 3D Total a warm applaud and I want to personally thank them for their passionate work for the industry.
Review by Kristoffer "dreamscape"
(Posted on 02/04/2011)
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3D Total creates magic again......
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From 3D Total the leading online webspace & community for all lovers & creators of digital content comes Volume 2 of it's beautifully presented Digital Painting Techniques. Building on from the success of Volume 1, Volume 2 is bigger and better with all new tutorials and stunning artworks!
From the beginning of this book you are treated to some of the most mesmerising, elegant, intricate & down right beautiful artworks i've seen for some time. The first 4 sections of the book are split into characters, science fiction, fantasy and vehicles, these pages are crammed full of tips, tricks and tutorials aswell as stunning artworks. The remaining 4 sections are dedicated to full tutorials, split into speed painting, the use of custom brushes, painting from a 3D base mesh & finally complete projects.
But what you get here is so much more than just a set of pretty pictures on glossy pages.
You get techniques, expertise, suggestions and advice from the best artists in this field of digital imagery.
Throughout this book there's just about every style known to man created and then explained in great detail with step by step full colour images to accompany the easy to follow tutorials.
Whether you are new to digital painting or a seasoned pro looking for inspiration or new tip and tricks, this book has it.
Buy this book and you'll have a wealth of Digital Painting knowledge at your fingertips to keep forever, you won't be sorry.
Review by John Epton
(Posted on 06/01/2011)
