Digital Portraits in Procreate with Graphical Elements
A course by Bo Feng Lin , Artist
Discover the art of painting expressive portraits with a tropical and minimalistic touch. Embrace abstract art as part of your creative process.
Discover the art of painting expressive portraits with a tropical and minimalistic touch. Embrace abstract art as part of your creative process.
Discover how to bring your digital illustrations to life with a unique and vibrant style in this course. Bo Feng Lin will guide you through fusing figurative shapes with abstract elements, creating digital portraits with unmatched depth and style.
You'll learn to navigate proportions and perspective, all while exploring how vibrant colors and simple geometries can transform a simple image into a captivating work of art.
This course is an opportunity to understand how minimalist details and bold colors can coexist harmoniously in portraits that capture both the essence of the subject and the creativity of the artist.
What will you learn in this online course?
16 lessons & 11 downloads
- 100% positive reviews (17)
- 1,440 students
- 16 lessons (2h 9m)
- 11 additional resources (2 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English
- English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
Recommended software for this course
ProcreateWhat is this course's project?
The final project of the course will consist of creating an expressive illustration of a person of your choice, applying a minimalist style.
This work will allow you to consolidate all the techniques learned and show your ability to integrate abstract elements into a stylized portrait.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course is designed for digital artists and drawing enthusiasts who want to take their skills to the next level.
It is ideal for those who are interested in exploring new illustration techniques and wish to learn how to combine abstract and figurative elements in their work.
Requirements and materials
You'll need an iPad with Procreate or whatever other digital drawing software you prefer to use. It is essential to have the appropriate tools to practice and apply the techniques taught throughout the course.
Reviews
A course by Bo Feng Lin
Bo Feng Lin is an artist based in Hamburg, Germany, specializing in stylized portrait illustration. She has collaborated on global projects in areas including books, collectibles, fashion and cosmetics, standing out for her ability to infuse depth and diversity into her work.
Bo's work has been exhibited in various galleries and is characterized by his vibrant approach and his use of abstract forms that complement his portrait technique.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
The Basics
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Finding Inspiration with References
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Learning Drawing Basics in Procreate
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Practicing Portraits
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Exploring the Abstract
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U3
Creating an Illustration: From Start to Finish
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Preparing the Canvas in Procreate
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Sketching the Portrait
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A Clean Portrait
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Color
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Shading and Highlights
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U4
Final Touches
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Details
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Abstract Shapes 1
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Abstract Shapes 2
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Last Steps in Procreate
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Audience Engagement
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FP
Final project
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Digital Portraits in Procreate with Graphical Elements
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What to expect from a Domestika course
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Learn at your own pace
Enjoy learning from home without a set schedule and with an easy-to-follow method. You set 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
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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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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.
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belenbaron77
Excelente curso. Totalmente recomendable
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songbird_lisa
Very cool!
robertonanni77
Buon corso
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alexanderarts75
It's a very helpful course, especially when you have an already existing idea about traditional painting or drawing. I only wish it was as vast as the domestika basics courses with many more course units, this has only a few units.
annhogg1950
Brilliant course this chap is so clever and professional.