Digital Rendering Skills Series
This intermediate level course series will introduce you to the digital tools and techniques used by professional automotive designers to achieve stunning sketches and renderings.
We’ll start by learning the basics of light and shadow, then we delve into basic reflectivity, and how reflective objects are essentially a mirror of the world around them. Finally, we’ll introduce color, and discuss how digital rendering techniques can be used to communicate Brand DNA and automotive design language.
Included in the series are 38 video tutorials and rigorous sketching assignments. You'll have the opportunity to receive direct, one-on-one feedback from me at several key points in the course, to review your work and discuss opportunities for future learning.
Recommended Software:
- Adobe Photoshop
- Sketchbook Pro
- Procreate for iPad
Recommended Hardware:
- Windows or Mac OS computer
- Wacom Intuos or Cintiq drawing tablet
- An iPad with Apple Pencil is also an affordable and convenient solution.
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Digital Rendering Skills Series
Conceptual Digital Sketching
Overview of Core Rendering Concepts
Overview of Core Rendering Concepts
In this course you’ll explore the sculptural, sensual forms of sexy Italian sports cars and rugged SUVs. These sketches will form the basis for your digital sketches and renderings.
Overview of Core Rendering Concepts
Overview of Core Rendering Concepts
Overview of Core Rendering Concepts
Learn the core rendering concepts of light, shadow, reflectivity and color to define forms and bring your concepts to life.
Greyscale Digital Rendering
Overview of Core Rendering Concepts
Greyscale Digital Rendering
In this course you'll learn to define automotive forms using light, shadow, and reflectivity through a series of greyscale renderings.
Digital Rendering in Color
Digital Rendering in Color
Greyscale Digital Rendering
Learn the science of color, overlaying the concepts of light source and reflectivity to add realism and brilliance. Learn the science of metallic paints, and how they reflect and disperse light.
Advanced Color Rendering
Digital Rendering in Color
Advanced Color Rendering
Learn advanced digital techniques, with many tips and tricks to give maximum emotional impact with realism and believability.