ImagineFX Issue 145 – March 2017

ImagineFX Issue 145 from March 2017 focuses on story-driven art and visual development skills used by working professionals. This digital edition is available as an instant PDF download, with over eight hours of video training and custom brushes included in the issue’s resource files. Whether you are an aspiring concept artist or a traditional painter, this issue connects narrative with craft.

Inside, Peter de Sève discusses why drawing well is like telling a good joke, while Armand Serrano shares how to make background art a central part of the story. Matt Jones offers storyboarding advice, and Studio Soi shows how a German animation house builds craft across many disciplines. Artist in residence Iris Compiet provides a closer look at her studio practice.

This edition also features workshops on Rebelle, ZBrush, gouache, and oils, along with portfolio advice from leading animation artists. It is a practical issue for anyone who wants to add more narrative depth to their images.

Book Overview

ImagineFX Issue 145 is a digital art magazine published by Future Publishing Ltd. It emphasizes the importance of story in art, with practical workshops, interviews, and critiques that help artists develop stronger narrative work. The issue includes contributions from Kenneth Anderson, Armand Serrano, Bao Pham, Matt Jones, Howard Lyon, Alyssa Menold, and many more.

What You’ll Discover Inside

• Peter de Sève on why drawing well is like telling a good joke
• Armand Serrano’s concept design techniques for background art
• Matt Jones’ guide to storyboarding for animation
• Martin Hanschild’s introduction to Rebelle tools
• Bao Pham’s wet-into-wet technique for colourful gradients
• Howard Lyon’s guide to getting started with oils
• John Mahoney’s new series on sculpting concepts in ZBrush

Why This Book Matters

In animated films, story is what makes art connect with an audience. This issue gathers advice from artists who have worked at Disney, Blue Sky Studios, and other leading studios, showing how narrative thinking shapes successful visual development. For digital artists and students, it offers a practical bridge between drawing technique and storytelling.

Book Details

Device Compatibility

This is a digital download, so no physical item will be shipped. Once your purchase is complete, you can access the PDF through your account or download link. The file works with Kindle apps, tablets, desktop computers, mobile devices, and most PDF reading applications.

FAQ

How do I get access to the digital edition?
After purchase, you can download the PDF instantly from the digital store. There is no waiting time and no physical delivery.

Will I receive a printed magazine?
No. This product is a digital download only. A physical magazine is not shipped.

Which devices are compatible?
The PDF can be opened in Kindle apps, most tablets, desktop PDF readers, and mobile reading apps.

Add this issue to your library and start turning your art into a story.