Fantasy Character Design in Photoshop: Create Magical Worlds
A course by Claudya Schmidt , Fantasy Artist
Learn fantasy character design. Craft magical plant creatures in meaningful scenes.
Learn fantasy character design. Craft magical plant creatures in meaningful scenes.
In this online course led by Claudya Schmidt, also known as Alector or affectionately "Planty," you'll embark on a captivating journey into the realm of character and environmental design, fantasy illustration, and world building. Claudya's work, recognized with accolades like the Spectrum Fantastic Art Award and the Rudolph Dirks Awards for Best Artwork in Germany, seamlessly blends the extraordinary with the ordinary, often revolving around the theme of nature.
Claudya will reveal her creative process, teaching you how to craft vibrant, one-of-a-kind characters through digital art and seamlessly integrate them into your own narratives and worlds. This course is a gateway to developing your artistic skills and storytelling abilities, giving you the tools to bring fantastical creatures and landscapes to life.
What will you learn in this online course?
31 lessons & 32 downloads
- 100% positive reviews (38)
- 1,966 students
- 31 lessons (7h 58m)
- 32 additional resources (13 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: German
- German · Spanish · English · Portuguese · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
Recommended software for this course
Adobe PhotoshopWhat is this course's project?
You'll create a fantasy illustration featuring a plant-based animal character that you'll design from scratch. This project will put your newly acquired skills to the test, allowing you to showcase your artistic growth.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course is perfect for aspiring and established artists who are passionate about character design, illustration, and world building. Whether you're a budding creator or a seasoned artist, this course will elevate your skills and ignite your creativity.
Requirements and materials
To participate in this course, you'll need basic drawing skills, access to Adobe Photoshop, and a graphics tablet. Be prepared to unleash your creativity and embark on a journey of artistic discovery alongside Claudya Schmidt, without needing any additional materials.
Reviews
A course by Claudya Schmidt
Claudya Schmidt, also known as Alector or "Planty," is a freelance artist, author, character and environmental designer, and fantasy illustrator. Her work often delves into the intersection between nature and imagination, blending animals and plants to create magical creatures and transformative narratives. Claudya's art is not only visually captivating but also conveys a sense of calm and meditative wonder.
With a rich background in art and storytelling, Claudya has cultivated a distinctive style that has earned her prestigious awards and recognition. Her passion for sharing her artistic journey and helping others discover their creative potential shines through in this course. Explore the enchanting world of character design and digital artistry under Claudya's expert guidance.
Content
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U1
introduction
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About me
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Inspirations
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U2
The preparation of the design
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Everything consists of shapes and outlines 1
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Everything consists of shapes and outlines 2
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From geometry to sweeping shapes
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Don't be afraid of the blank page
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Painting techniques and light 1
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Painting techniques and light 2
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Painting techniques and light 3
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Painting techniques and light 4
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U3
Let's start creating!
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Looking for inspiration: mood board and references
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Basics for Character Design: Sketches and Stories 1
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Basics for Character Design: Sketches and Stories 2
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Composition and storytelling 1
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Composition and storytelling 2
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Line drawing 1
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Line drawing 2
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Search for colors, find colors 1
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Search for colors, find colors 2
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Focus through light and color 1
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Focus through light and color 2
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Elaboration 1
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Elaboration 2
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Elaboration 3
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Elaboration 4
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Photo textures
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Elaboration and rendering 1
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Elaboration and rendering 2
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U4
Fine-tuning and post-production
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Make elements shine
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Post-processing of the image
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Save for web and social media
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FP
Final project
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Fantasy character design
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What to expect from a Domestika course
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Learn at your own pace
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Learn from the best professionals
Learn valuable methods and techniques explained by top experts in the creative sector.
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Meet expert teachers
Each expert teaches what they do best, with clear guidelines, true passion, and professional insight in every lesson.
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Certificates
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Get front-row seats
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Share knowledge and ideas
Ask questions, request feedback, or offer solutions. Share your learning experience with other students in the community who are as passionate about creativity as you are.
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Connect with a global creative community
The community is home to millions of people from around the world who are curious and passionate about exploring and expressing their creativity.
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FAQs
Domestika's courses are online classes that provide you with the tools and skills you need to complete a specific project. Every step of the project combines video lessons with complementary instructional material, so you can learn by doing. Domestika's courses also allow you to share your own projects with the teacher and with other students, creating a dynamic course community.
All courses are 100% online, so once they're published, courses start and finish whenever you want. You set the pace of the class. You can go back to review what interests you most and skip what you already know, ask questions, answer questions, share your projects, and more.
The courses are divided into different units. Each one includes lessons, informational text, tasks, and practice exercises to help you carry out your project step by step, with additional complementary resources and downloads. You'll also have access to an exclusive forum where you can interact with the teacher and with other students, as well as share your work and your course project, creating a community around the course.
You can redeem the course you received by accessing the redeeming page and entering your gift code.
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fatimaalvarez483
excelente <3
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snunluce
I'm enjoying and learning great so much so far. :)
merchenavarro_art
PlusUn curso estupendo. Lástima que se pierde mucho porque la traducción es malísima.
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elrojovuela
Great!!!!!!!!!
garzoncjennifer
Es un curso maravilloso, las técnicas e ilustración son geniales, me ha costado un poco seguir el paso ya que no entiendo nada del idioma, aunque tiene subtítulos resulta mas complejo seguirle el paso a todo.
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