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Welcome to Fantasy ART Genius Guide

Being bound by reality, quite frankly, is rather boring. Continually retouching models and editing the contrast in your holiday snaps can get repetitive. Photoshop, 3ds Max and ZBrush can be used for so much more. You can bring your art to life. From using digital painting techniques to create new worlds to readying your designs for 3D printing, there is so much you can do using the software available to you. Utilise concept art to produce your own mechs and monsters, design your own charismatic characters and create original landscapes and architecture for your fantasy world. Also included with the book is a collection of free to download Photoshop brushes, all the tutorial files you need to complete the step-by-steps and video tutorials covering the many different techniques. Access them…

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Build your own dystopia concept

Learn how to use Photoshop to create photoreal concept art with this tutorial. Use a ‘photo bashing’ technique – working from photos and literally ‘bashing’ them into new forms by using digital paint – to create a base to paint over. You will also learn how to decide on a composition and where to position the focal points in order to create an interesting concept that tells a story. Creating a realistic painting in a short amount of time is sometimes very difficult. Using photos as a base will help you to manage this problem and give you the chance to create two or more of these concepts in a short amount of time. This tutorial will explain how to use this for your own projects and push your Photoshop…

Build your own dystopia concept

Design your own fantasy vehicle

In this tutorial, I am going to show you how to quickly model a large-scale fantasy ship. The first step involves thinking like an engineer, looking for efficient ways to build the ship. Next, we’ll focus on modelling. For this, I will explain how to get the initial parts built, then how to use them as an example for the rest of ship. This will include not only its structure and style, but how it connects with neighbouring sections. Remember to follow along using the project files provided to get the most out of this tutorial! Artist Stefano Tsai www.stefanotsai.idv.tw Stefano Tsai is the owner of Stefano Tsai studios. He works in game and film design, creating concepts and working on the actual production process Software 3ds Max, V-Ray Source…

Design your own fantasy vehicle

Construct a robot with your photos

Before we begin the tutorial, close your eyes and imagine a robot that has ninja assassin skills. Its parts are made of bulletproof metal and carbon fibres along with bulletproof glass and here you will learn how to bring this super-cool character to life! We will be going over fundamental techniques using Photoshop to combine and transform photos into an otherworldly and futuristic character. We will use various Transform tools, blend modes, adjustment layers and painting techniques in order to create a dynamic scene with this larger-than-life mechanical robot. An advanced knowledge of the Transform tools, adjustment layers, blend modes and Brush tools is required. Using a tablet is also extremely encouraged as it will speed up the entire process of cutting photos and painting, as well as increase your…

Construct a robot with your photos

Sculpt dynamic forms

The tools in both ZBrush and 3ds Max are very handy, especially when it comes to sculpting anatomy. Over the next few steps we’ll discover methods in these programs to sculpt a heroic character. For the creation of Beowulf, our main character, we will start from a base mesh, where we will focus on how to obtain a dynamic, heroic pose. At the same time as this, we will be trying to model a masculine and well-defined, muscular anatomy, using the default sculpting brushes in ZBrush along with some other customised brushes in order to achieve different types of effects. Then, we will learn how to use more advanced techniques like ZSpheres and DynaMesh along with simpler ones, such as masks and Mesh Extraction, in the design and creation of…

Sculpt dynamic forms

Awaken a beast with ZBrush

In this tutorial we will go through the steps to create a posed and detailed creature. Starting with only a sphere we will create the rough form of the creature and use ZSpheres to add limbs. We will also make use of readily available Insert Multi Mesh brushes to add features to the creature. After posing the creature we will use Polypainting to create basic materials and textures on the model. Finally, the 3D renders will be taken into Photoshop to finish the composition by adding lighting effects and textures. We will also cover how to export and render the model in KeyShot from ZBrush 4R7. Concept The aim of this project is to create a detailed and expressive creature living in its natural habitat. Artist James Suret www.artstation.com/artist/zerojs James…

Awaken a beast with ZBrush

Render a furry creature concept

“We’ll focus on setting up the model for FiberMesh and explain a few techniques for getting some control over the creation of fibres” Artist Pablo Muñoz Gómez www.zbrushguides.com This creature is catalogued as one of the most social subspecies of the Lost Creatures. However, their interaction is restricted to other species as they are hostile to individuals of the same group. Software ZBrush, Photoshop Here we are going to explore the workflow and method that is used to create a Lost Creature. In this tutorial we will be making this creature to help us make a central character as part of an illustration. This is an imaginary Lost Creature wandering the wild. The idea was to capture a moment in the life of this furry character, showing his curious and…

Render a furry creature concept

Use ZSpheres to sculpt a dragon

Making a posed and detailed dragon will require the rough form of the dragon to be built up using ZSpheres. We will also make use of readily available Insert Multi Mesh brushes to add features to the creature. Renders will then be taken into Photoshop to finish the composition by adding lighting effects and textures. Finally, we will also cover how to export and render the model in KeyShot from ZBrush 4R7. Concept 01 Start from ZSpheres To start, click on the Tool palette and choose ZSphere. Draw the initial ZSphere out and press T then X to start editing with symmetry. You can then start adding further ZSpheres after pressing Q; using W, E and R will let you move, resize and rotate the ZSpheres. You can start from…

Use ZSpheres to sculpt a dragon

Create a convincing cartoon character

This tutorial covers a basic workflow used for creating a female cartoon pin-up, it covers areas such as a basic way to start a model and important ones such as creating hair. While there are tons of different methods, here we show you a quick and flexible way to define a hairstyle without worrying too much about technical aspects so you can focus more on the shape, silhouette and other creative aspects. We will work with Maya, Mudbox and Photoshop, but most of the technical aspects and all of the artistic parts can be done in any other equivalent software. “If you get the shape of the head you want with a small amount of geometry and a smart topology it becomes easier to predict when and where to add…

Create a convincing cartoon character

Texture distinct steampunk characters

In this tutorial we’ll be taking an overarching look at some 3D character workflows. We will go through the process of constructing characters, from basic modelling and sculpting to building textures and materials, posing and rendering. In this tutorial we will be creating a steampunk scene with two characters that are both very different from a technical standpoint. Each character will present us with a distinct set of challenges, which enables us to explore a variety of tools, techniques and workflows. While building our machinist, we’ll get to practice an organic character workflow. We’ll go over techniques for modelling and sculpting anatomy, clothing and accessories, as well as tools for quickly unwrapping clothes and baking perfect detail maps. Our guardian character will have us work through balancing the character’s motion…

Texture distinct steampunk characters

Perfect colourised characters

Illustrations don’t always have to be hand-drawn from scratch. By manipulating stock imagery and adding effects, you too can create a fantasy scene like the one seen here. In Norse mythology, a valkyrie is an angel-like figure that chooses who lives and who dies in battle. This illustration portrays a valkyrie in Valhalla, a heavenly hall, as she prepares to descend to Earth. The image had to convey her as dynamic, as well as being bathed by light seeping through the gates. This tutorial will outline some of the key tools and functions of Photoshop that are most useful to illustrators. It will show you how to add colour to a scene, how to manage a bright atmosphere and will simplify the rules of composition. To complete this image, you…

Perfect colourised characters

Colour your fantasy composite

Concept This tutorial is for Photoshop fanatics who want to overstep the boundaries of their creativity. At first look it may seem impossible, but if you carefully take the right steps, you will be able to master the techniques in no time at all. When using different light effects it is essential you make sure to use the proper lighting, and this tutorial will enlarge the possibilities. Attention will also be given to diving the design – the layout of the composition, so to speak. To create the right atmosphere, this tutorial will explain how to enhance the composition. Throughout the process, several images will be transformed into abstract layers with use of the Warp and Liquify functions. They will be creatively processed in the design afterwards. Advanced blending methods…

Colour your fantasy composite

Develop your own mutant

What if Photoshop had the potential to deliver composite elements at the touch of a button? What if you didn’t have to spend extra time shooting elements like fire and sparks, or scouring the Internet for stock images? Not only has Photoshop given us the ability render our own trees in past editions, but now in Photoshop CC 2014 we are able to use the new Render Flame filter to create our own fire elements from scratch. In this tutorial we will show you how easy it is to create your own flames, sparks, and other fire elements straight from your imagination. To get the most from this tutorial, an average to advanced understanding of layers, blending modes, and the Pen tool will definitely prove to be beneficial. Discover how…

Develop your own mutant

Make your own steampunk sky captain

Concept Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls – it’s time to go retro! In this tutorial, we’ll venture into the beguiling world of steampunk, where the technology of the 1800s is all you need to achieve the greatest and most imaginative marvels of science fiction. Explore the tropes of this popular genre and learn how to use them in a fresh way, as this tutorial takes you through steampunk design step by step. We’ll discover how to use a semi-realistic painting style in order to give your image dimension. As with any illustration, your draftsmanship skills will come in handy here, as the focus remains firmly fixed on the specific details of character design and illustration. Then when it is time to paint, a human-interface device – such as a…

Make your own steampunk sky captain

Retouch a fantasy sorceress

Concept When working on composite images, you will often find yourself jumping back and forth from one element to the other. As you continue to manipulate the layers and masks, you will often find that colour and tone that looked good before may no longer match the evolution of the final image. The success of a composite image relies on the artist’s ability to make changes and tweaks throughout the creative process. One way to give more flexibility is by using adjustment layers for lighting effects, rather than a blank layer with a paintbrush. Besides the usual Opacity and blend modes, you will also have sliders and options that provide easy and greater efficiency. Expand your creativity by also introducing Smart Objects. At any point in time, you can go…

Retouch a fantasy sorceress

Sculpt and render a zombie bust

Concept If you want to create a final colour image or concept piece, such as this zombie bust, then this tutorial will teach you the necessary steps for this workflow. It shows you how to go from a very low-poly base mesh to a high-resolution sculpt. This will give you a step-by-step insight on how to approach sculpting, using the basic tools and Alphas that are available in ZBrush for 99 per cent of the image. We will demonstrate how to work with the different SubTools and create the details that are applied to the zombie. We’ll also explain how to create extra SubTools, use FiberMesh and texture. As you will notice in this workflow we will go over the model from all sides to help us refine everything until…

Sculpt and render a zombie bust

Design an Elven archer

In this tutorial we will be covering the crucial steps in the modelling and texturing stages for creating a digital character, as well as a brief overlook of lighting and rendering. We will be specifically looking into techniques that are used for the creation of a character with a baked-in pose. Utilising powerful tools from ZBrush, we will be able to realise our final model and pose without worrying about rigging or topology for animation. The benefit of following this workflow is that by doing so we can lock in the final pose and look of the character, and structure our elements around that. Artist Aaron Hunwick www.artstation.com/artist/ahunwick Aaron is a freelance 3D artist who has created many fantastical pieces of art. Software Maya, ZBrush, Mudbox, Marvelous Designer, TopoGun, UVLayout,…

Design an Elven archer

Fashion pro key art

Concept The entertainment industry relies on the use of powerful imagery that can touch an audience emotionally, and create memorable campaigns for film or videogame launches. Whether iconic, cryptic or a mixture of both, key art pieces and posters have the sole purpose of making a bold statement to immediately connect with fans across the globe. Therefore, a good key art is fundamental for a successful campaign, and in some cases, it can determine how well or poorly a franchise will perform. Massive, slick, iconic, epic – these are all words that should be kept in mind when creating key art, artwork that has the universal ability of telling a story in an instant and grabbing the viewer’s attention with a single glance. From the integration of 3D elements with…

Fashion pro key art

Render a cyberpunk character

Artist Damon Woods www.dkwoods.com My name is Damon ‘DK’ Woods and I make next-gen game characters. Currently, I’m a professional character artist in the videogame and VFX industry. I’m also currently a character art instructor at the CGMA Academy. Software ZBrush, 3ds Max, Marvelous Designer, Photoshop, KeyShot 5 Source Files Download all the tutorial files you will need from FileSilo. “The skin-tight accessories were created by masking out the shape of the clothing on the body and then using extraction” In this tutorial we are going to learn how to create a funky, rebellious cyberpunk teenager from the not-sodistant future. The inspiration for this character came from a love of sci-fiand nostalgia for high school sports culture. The mixing of genres is actually a great way to explore new avenues…

Render a cyberpunk character

Render a fairytale castle

For this image the inspiration came from Romantic-style architecture, to create a towering building nestled on the side of a mountain, surrounded by forests and steep hills. Over the course of this tutorial, we will explain how to go about both making the castle itself, and then how you can create the surrounding landscape. Starting with Blender’s ANT landscape plug-in, we’ll create some procedural mountainous terrain, then block out the basic forms of the castle with Blender’s modelling tools. We will then jump over to ngPlant, a free app that will let you create a variety of procedural plants. Then finally, we will head back to using Blender in order to create a procedurally generated forest to surround the entire castle before we can finish off the image by texturing…

Render a fairytale castle

Construct a landscape from photos

Concept Learn how to use Photoshop to create a fantasy scene with this tutorial. We’ll start with creating a sketch. Try to experiment with different ideas and choose the most interesting option. It’s important to think through all the details before you start work. We will combine fragments of photos to create a background and unique objects to create a fantasy environment. Creating scenes isn’t easy when you’re working with different source photos. You will need to use colour correction elements and effects so that the image becomes attractive and convincing. You will also learn how to manually create sunlight and shadows, as well as achieve uniformity across all elements. In order to successfully complete this tutorial you will at least need to have a base knowledge of Photoshop. We…

Construct a landscape from photos

Composite a fantasy landscape

Here we will be creating a stunning landscape from different photos. We will gather fantasy elements for the castle from fragments of various buildings, and add a lot of detail. We’ll use a range of Photoshop tools, from the colour correction tools (Curves, Color Balance, Selective Color and more), to the Transform options, masks, adjustment layers and blending modes. This sort of Photoshop project demands time, patience and imagination. Don’t forget that any work should start with the ideas for compositions. Create sketches before starting. Be decisive with the colour of the image and also the source of light. It’s important to think through all the details before you start work. We will consistently add and edit the brightness, contrast and hue of all the elements. Also, we will work…

Composite a fantasy landscape

Composite with adjustment layers

In this tutorial we’ll show you how to create an incredible surreal composition using colour adjustment layers and masks. To begin you’ll create a beautiful underwater scene, using several images and masks to blend everything together. Use the adjustment layers to change the colours and correct the tones. Learn how to use the Color Range tool to target a specific colour in order to make a quick selection and create a layer mask. Attaining a coherent colour scheme across all images is vital to a successful composition, so we’ll show you how to instantly remove a colour cast using the Match Color command. Finally you’ll apply custom brushes to add creative details and give the final touches to your project. There are several tips and tricks included in these steps…

Composite with adjustment layers

Work with matte painting

Telling a story with a single image can be a challenge, but this tutorial will show you how to do just that. You will learn how to create a photorealistic digital matte painting that could be used as a book cover, film poster, on a website or any other media that uses images that are not primarily moving. Photoshop’s first job after its creation was to create the first digital matte paintings at Industrial Light & Magic, and since then its photomanipulation and painting functionalities have been standard procedure in VFX studios around the world. This tutorial will show you how to combine all these techniques together, using the Brush tool, clipping and layer masks to overcome any problems you may face when matte painting. You will also find some…

Work with matte painting

Master pro painting techniques

Anticipation, literature and painting have for centuries been the main source of creative inspiration when thinking about the future. In our times, this is a genre of illustration that has become a dominant form of expression thanks to the burgeoning growth of the videogame and sci-ficinematography industries. However, it’s usual to find the very same ideas depicted in different industry projects time and again, so the continuous search for original points of view is a must in this kind of work. Photoshop is clearly the best tool choice. It is the ideal application to simulate traditional painting techniques, which get improved through the program’s powerful colour correction, masking, filtering and brush tools. Consequently it allows you to work at lightning speed compared to some traditional mediums. Photoshop is also a…

Master pro painting techniques

Create a landscape with brushes

Photoshop CC comes complete with a great selection of brushes, from traditional paint bristles to charcoal and airbrushes, but there’s nothing quite like creating your own unique set to give your work that personal touch. In the past you would do this using Photoshop’s built-in brush editor, but with the recent release of the Adobe Brush app for iOS devices, it’s now possible to take photographs on the go with your iPhone or iPad and upload them instantly onto the cloud to use at home. Real paint marks, scribbles on paper, toy cars, that pile of socks which never seems to diminish; you can make brushes out of anything you find around the house and pull them straight into Photoshop to play around with. In this tutorial you will learn…

Create a landscape with brushes

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