Beginner's Guide to Creating Portraits: Learning the essentials & developing your own style

The traditional portrait is being reimagined by contemporary artists using digital techniques to create stylized and evocative works that reflect the culture and technology of the 21st century. This book provides beginners with the fundamentals of digital portraiture and showcases the work of professional artists who use these techniques to create contemporary, stylized portraits that are both compelling and memorable.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 07 November 2021
Publisher: 3DTotal Publishing

The portrait, a timeless art form, has withstood the test of time, but in the modern era, it is time to reevaluate how portrait artists are pushing the boundaries of realism and elevating their techniques. The appeal of the portrait, particularly on social media platforms like Instagram, has led to a proliferation of digital artists showcasing their captivating characters, often focusing on the face. This has created a demand for a comprehensive guide that caters to beginners in digital portraiture, providing a solid foundation in basic anatomy, lighting, color, and perspective.

Despite the stylized nature of many contemporary portraits, professional artists like Loish, Simone Grunwald, and Francisco Garcés still rely on these fundamental principles. This book offers readers valuable insights from industry professionals, teaching them how to infuse their subjects with believable detail and atmospheric storytelling, particularly when working from photographs, a common practice in today's digital landscape. Experts demonstrate their digital workflow, sharing techniques for rendering stylized skin tones, hair, and eyes, enabling artists to create a wide range of portraits, from sci-fi and fantasy to historical and anthropomorphic.

What sets this guide apart is its emphasis on creating contemporary, stylized work that is both compelling and memorable. By embracing the fusion of technology and culture, portrait artists can push the boundaries of traditional portraiture and create pieces that resonate with viewers on a deeper level. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced artist looking to expand your skills, this book is an essential resource for the next generation of portrait artists who want to create work that is truly unique and impactful.

Weight: 1374g
Dimension: 211 x 298 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781912843398