Color theory can be an intimidating part of the art-making process for both new and seasoned artists, but it doesn’t have to be! I’ve found that working with a limited color palette has been a fantastic way to simplify color and make my artwork look more sophisticated and modern. In this post, I’ll share what a limited color palette is, the benefits of working with a limited palette, and how you can create your own limited color palette for your next illustration.
Read MoreHave you ever stared at a blank canvas and wondered, “What the heck should I draw?!” I know I have! At some point, all artists have sat in front of a blank page wondering what motif they should fill it with. In this blog post, I’ll share my tried and true tips for deciding what to draw when you’re feeling a creative block. If you’re looking for drawing ideas, read on and I’ll do my best to help you get un-stuck!
Read MoreIn this tutorial, I’m going to share my process for fusing two scans together when you’re digitizing your artwork. I’ve come up with a system that allows me to easily fuse the two scans into one seamless image in Photoshop. If you’ve ever wondered how to do this, follow along as I go through my process step-by-step.
Read MoreOne of the things that can be a challenge as an artist is learning how to find your artistic style. Finding your style or voice as an artist is key if you plan to sell your artwork online or turn your art into your full-time job. It’s also your way of sharing what resonates with you as an artist and gives you the opportunity to stand out from the crowd. The world needs your unique voice, so in this blog post, we’ll explore ways to find your artistic style.
Read MoreIn this tutorial, I’ll walk you through the step-by-step process to learn how to digitize your signature in Photoshop. If you plan to sell your artwork online or license it on products, I always recommend making sure that your signature is included somewhere in your artwork. Learn how in this Photoshop tutorial!
In this art tutorial, I'm going to share how to turn your analog (hand-drawn or painted) artwork into a digital file. This is a key skill to learn if you want to sell your artwork online. There are two main ways to digitize your artwork - scanning and photographing. I’ll go over both in this tutorial.
Read MoreWant to learn how to make a custom color palette? In this tutorial, I'll walk you step-by-step through the process of creating a color palette in Photoshop. Color is something that I see beginner artists get stuck on when they start creating art. Color is a fundamental part of all illustrations, but it's not always easy to know where to start.
Read MoreBy far one of the most googled questions about Photoshop is "how to remove a background in Photoshop." If you want to learn how to remove backgrounds in photoshop, this tutorial will cover everything you need to know. Even if you're a Photoshop beginner you'll be able to follow along easily. In this Photoshop tutorial, you'll learn my favorite and fastest technique for removing backgrounds.
Read MoreEver wondered how to remove objects from a photo in Photoshop? Removing background objects in Photoshop is a great skill to have, and it will help you take your photos to the next level. There are so many reasons to learn how to remove objects in Photoshop, and I'll walk you through the technique step-by-step in this Photoshop tutorial.
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