Course Curriculum

Introduction 00:02:00
Setting Up a New File 00:03:00
Tools, and Brushes in Photoshop 00:09:00
Mixer Brush Tool 00:04:00
Average Eraser 00:03:00
Placing a Photo 00:06:00
Underpainting 00:05:00
Overpainting 00:03:00
Black Line Drawing 00:03:00
Erase 00:07:00
Polishing and Finishing Up 00:05:00
Timelapse Illustration 00:02:00
Inside a Lori Leak Illustration (Case Study) 00:05:00
Cut, Paste, and Collage 00:08:00
Power of Time Case Study 00:05:00
Liquify Tools 00:15:00
Evergreen Tools 00:07:00
Keeping Sketchbooks 00:06:00
Thank You For Taking This Course! 00:02:00

Digital Painting in Photoshop Course Overview

Digital Painting Using Photoshop is a structured Photoshop painting course for anyone who wants to understand how digital artwork is created. Beginning with the Photoshop interface and workspace, the course introduces the essential tools and techniques used by digital painters.

You’ll explore brushes, drawing tools and painting features before following a complete artwork from its initial sketch to the finished composition. Topics including underpainting, overpainting, line drawing and final polishing are presented through clear, step-by-step lessons.

As you progress through this digital painting in Photoshop course, you’ll examine intermediate and advanced techniques through practical examples and case studies. You’ll also learn which Photoshop tools are most useful for painting and explore the basic considerations involved in creating an online art shop.

Whether you’re a student, hobbyist or aspiring illustrator, this Photoshop painting course provides a strong foundation in digital painting, creative workflows and visual composition.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Navigate the Photoshop workspace and identify its principal features
  • Recognise essential brushes and tools used for digital painting
  • Explain how digital artwork progresses from a sketch to a finished piece
  • Apply underpainting, overpainting and line-drawing techniques
  • Examine intermediate and advanced digital art methods through case studies
  • Select suitable Photoshop tools for an efficient painting workflow
  • Understand the basic steps involved in planning an online art shop

What You’ll Gain

  • A clear understanding of the Photoshop workspace
    Explore the interface, layout and essential features required to begin digital painting using Photoshop.
  • Knowledge of essential painting tools and brushes
    Study important tools, including brush controls, the Mixer Brush and erasing tools, to understand how digital artists create different effects.
  • A structured digital painting workflow
    Learn how artwork develops through sketching, underpainting, overpainting, linework and final polishing.
  • Intermediate and advanced painting techniques
    Examine case studies featuring collage methods, Liquify and other creative tools used in a professional Photoshop digital art course.
  • More efficient Photoshop workflows
    Identify the tools and techniques that matter most when creating digital paintings, illustrations and concept artwork.
  • Creative business knowledge
    Explore the fundamental considerations involved in presenting and selling artwork through an online shop.
  • Stronger sketchbook habits
    Understand how regular sketching can support observation, experimentation and long-term artistic development.
  • A free CPD-accredited certificate
    Receive a course-completion certificate after successfully finishing this CPD-accredited programme, helping you demonstrate your professional development.
  • Career-focused digital art knowledge
    Build relevant skills for opportunities in illustration, graphic design, concept art and digital painting.

Our Specialised Delivery Method:

  • Interactive Learning Materials: The course modules were created using an EdTech industry-recognised tool to keep you engaged at all times. With this tool, you get interactive, engaging and top-notch course content. In our courses, you can take advantage of features like—
    • Drop Down Menu
    • Drag and Drop
    • Flash Card
    • Label Graphic
    • Timeline View
  • Responsiveness: In light of contemporary mobile and point-of-need learning trends, our courses are designed to be intrinsically dynamic and provide you the ultimate eLearning solution. These courses will adapt to any gadget without any extra software.
  • Learner-Friendly Navigation: Our courses are also quite simple to navigate for any learner. These courses are designed with simplicity and a modern flow that appeals to a wide range of learning audiences, regardless of their technical background and gadgets.
  • Elegant Outline: Our courses are visually appealing, where you can —
    • Track your progress on the left-side navigation toolbar.
    • Engage in drag-and-drop sorting activities and use the multiple response question to test your understanding of course topics.

With your newly acquired skills from this course can help you

  • Increase Your Hireability.
  • Make Yourself a Valuable Asset
  • Get Your Long-awaited Promotion.
  • Boost Your Pay-scale
  • Better Your Productivity

Certification:

Once you have successfully completed the Digital Painting Using Photoshop course, you will receive a PDF certificate completely free of cost as a proof of your accomplishment. The hardcopy certificate is also available for the cost of £9.99. UK students are required to pay a £10 as a delivery fee, while international students have to pay £19.99 for the shipment of a hardcopy certificate to their designated address.

Who is this course for?

This Digital Painting Using Photoshop course is developed for people who wish to excel in their professional and personal life. Learn from industry leaders and interact with a global network of experts by enrolling in this Digital Painting Using Photoshop course.

Requirements

Enrolling in our Digital Painting Using Photoshop course does not require any prior knowledge or experience. All that is required is an internet-connected gadget and a passion to learn.

Career Path

Completing this digital painting Photoshop course can help you build foundational knowledge relevant to the following creative career paths:

Junior Illustrator or Digital Painter
Creates digital artwork for books, editorial projects, packaging, advertising and online media using Photoshop and other creative tools.

Average salary: Approximately £30,226 per year

Illustrator
Produces original illustrations for publishing, advertising and digital media, either independently or as part of a creative team.

Average salary: Approximately £34,396 per year across the UK

2D Game Artist or Character Artist
Creates characters, environments and other visual assets for video games while working with concept artists, designers and animators.

Average salary: Approximately £26,820 to £54,522 per year

Concept Artist
Visualises characters, environments, objects and imaginary worlds before they enter production for games, films or animation.

Average salary: Approximately £49,224 per year across the UK

Senior or Lead Concept Artist
Directs visual development, establishes a project’s artistic style and supports junior members of the creative team.

Average salary: Approximately £46,801 per year, with some lead roles offering higher salaries

Art Director
Oversees the artistic direction of a studio, campaign or production and ensures that all creative work follows a consistent visual style.

Average salary: Approximately £50,485 per year across the UK

Certification:​

Once you have successfully completed this course, you can order a certificate as proof of your achievement.

A PDF certificate is available for £5.99. You can also request a hardcopy certificate for £9.99.

Delivery of the hardcopy certificate is free within the United Kingdom. For international learners, an additional delivery charge will apply based on the destination country.

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