Painting Basics
A Learning Pathway for Beginning Character Painters
Overview
This learning pathway is for beginning character painters who wish to pick up painting fundamentals alongside Hollywood's leading professionals, from 2D paintings to how to paint a full-size dinosaur. Along the way, you'll learn to add color to your creative projects with both airbrushing & hand brushing, as well as basic techniques for painting maquettes, masks, live models, props & puppets across a multitude of materials, including foam, fiberglass, latex, polymer clay, silicone, skin & urethane.
The Garage Monster's Guide to Airbrushes - MINI-TUTORIAL
Creature FX wizard Shannon Shea (Predator, Jurassic Park, From Dusk Till Dawn) teaches a comprehensive overview of airbrush types and airbrushing techniques.See more.
How To Make Creature Props - Mold, Cast & Paint
How to make special effects creature props and model making from sculpture to mold, cast and paint with Stan Winston School Creature FX artist Timothy MartinSee more.
How to Airbrush - The Art of Painting with Airbrushes
Airbrush painting master Craig Fraser shares the tools, techniques and secrets for airbrushing like a pro, including stencil work, paint fx and photorealism.See more.
Advanced Body Art Part 1: How to Paint Human Anatomy & Fabric
Learn to body paint with artist & teacher Dutch Bihary, including advanced techniques for painting human anatomy & clothing. In Part 1 of his 2-part series, Bihary shares tips for creating the 'illusion of protrusion' with both painted fabric and muscles.See more.
