Graphics Programs Reference
In-Depth Information
Every shape that is painted in this composition is developed in the same way. First
give an indication of the shape. Paint in the big, dark, and middle value areas and
continue to refine those areas as you work toward the lightest accents. This ap-
proach will work for the face, the beard, the clothing, the tree, and foliage. The only
difference will be achieving the look of different textures. The best way to achieve
this in SketchBook Pro is to use the best tool or tools suited for that texture. The
screenshots following the description illustrates the development of the figure in the
composition.
1. The face is worked on using the same process as the previous demo,
only that the Pencil tool and the Synthetic Coarse Angular Brush are being
switched back and forth. The Pencil tool can be more precise when putting in
detail and crisper edges. At the same time, the Pencil tool has a soft line so
the edges won't appear too hard.
2. The shape, value, and color of the beard are being refined using the Syn-
thetic Coarse Angular Brush at this point. Also, the small patch of fur on his
coat to the right of his head is being worked on. The darkest color of the fur is
placed first, and then a middle value is indicated. Like the beard, you do not
need to be concerned with individual strands but with the overall shape and
value.
3. The beard, fur, face, and hat continue to be refined using the process of
opening new layers and merging them, as shown in the previous demo. The
Dry Brush is used on the hair, beard, and fur, and the Blur tool is introduced
when the edges get too hard. The Blur tool can be found in the brush library
if it is not already on your palette.
4. Using the Layers, Dry Brush, and Pencil tool, the image is refined and com-
pleted.
