I'm moving on to the light and shadow phase, adding shading to define volumes while ensuring the focal point stands out without overdoing it.

Now that I finished the flats, I'm moving to the adjustments stage where I fine-tune colors, add variations, and set up lighting before shading.

Erik refines his drawing of The Thing by using photo references to combine anatomy with rock formations, aiming for authenticity and believability.

Learn how to efficiently lay down flat colors in digital art using structured layering, selection tools, and strategic color choices.

Alex became a colorist when he realized his passion is coloring. Success comes from art skills, collaboration, improvement, and efficiency.

Bryce Kho explains his line art process with tips on volume, composition, and artistic mindset.

In this lesson, Bryce Kho explores how to balance your art brain and business brain during the illustration process. He walks through adjusting an initial concept—transforming it while considering audience appeal and staying true to your artistic vision. You'll learn about managing multiple ideas, focusing your composition, and emphasizing key elements like character silhouettes and poses.

To excel as a colorist, it’s vital to collaborate with artists to enhance storytelling, focus on coloring interiors, and continually adapt to new tools and styles.

Bryce kho demonstrates how thumbnailing helps artists plan compositions, perspective, and storytelling before finalizing an illustration.

Learn how to draw complex objects by breaking them down into familiar shapes.