The Complete Guide to Digital Painting Vol. 2

The Complete Guide to Digital Painting Vol. 2 is a practical PDF guide to creating digital masterpieces with Corel Painter. This second volume in the series helps both beginners and advanced artists expand their skills. As a digital download, you can access the full guide instantly after purchase.

This 260-page bookazine is packed with expert tutorials and step-by-step projects. It covers photo preparation, composition, color, brushwork, and traditional art styles. You’ll learn to transform photos into believable paintings and explore the techniques of famous artists.

Book Overview

The Complete Guide to Digital Painting Vol. 2 is edited by April Madden and published by Imagine Publishing Ltd. It is part of a series that teaches digital painting from the ground up. The guide begins with preparing photos for painting, then moves through creative brushwork, palette knives, and pattern techniques. Later chapters focus on re-creating the styles of artists such as Degas, Munch, da Vinci, Klimt, and Vermeer.

Each tutorial is designed to be followed in Corel Painter, with clear instructions and source files included on the accompanying disc. The book is suitable for readers who want to learn digital art or refine their existing skills.

What You’ll Discover Inside

• How to prepare photos for painting using brightness, contrast, and color adjustments.
• Techniques for creating effective portraits, family portraits, and painted backgrounds.
• Ways to work with Painter’s brush variants, palette knives, and creative brushes.
• Projects for watercolour landscapes, realistic skin tones, and mixed media effects.
• Methods for adding people to scenes, painting buildings, and creating perspective.
• Lessons on reproducing the styles of famous painters, including Vermeer and Klimt.
• Guidance on understanding shadows, highlights, midtones, and composition planning.

Why This Book Matters

Digital painting is a versatile art form that connects traditional painting with modern technology. This volume offers structured lessons that encourage both technical skill and artistic expression. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in digital art, illustration, or creative photo editing.

The tutorials are grounded in the practical use of Corel Painter, one of the leading programs for simulating natural media. By following the projects, readers can gain confidence and develop a style of their own.

Book Details

Device Compatibility

This is a digital download, so there is no physical shipping. After your purchase, you can download the PDF and start reading immediately. The file works with Kindle apps, tablets, desktop computers, and mobile devices. Use any modern PDF reader or reading app to view the guide.

FAQ

How do I get instant access? After purchase, the PDF file is available for immediate download.

Will I receive a physical book? No, this is a digital product and no physical copy will be shipped.

Can I read it on my tablet or e-reader? Yes, the PDF is compatible with most tablets, e-readers, and desktop software.

Add this complete digital painting guide to your collection and start creating your own digital masterpieces today.