The Digital Art Book

Digital Art is the focus of this practical guide from Imagine Publishing. The PDF format gives you immediate access to expert techniques for Photoshop, Illustrator, Maya, MODO and CINEMA 4D. You can download the book instantly after purchase and begin exploring projects at your own pace.

This 195-page guide covers digital painting, character design, typography, mixed media, 3D art and photo editing. Each section uses step-by-step tutorials and clearly explains how to build on foundational skills.

Digital Art Book Overview

The Digital Art Book is a project-based guide to creating digital artwork across multiple software programs. It was published by Imagine Publishing Ltd in 2014 as part of the bookazine series. The book introduces core ideas such as working with layers, brushes, blend modes, masks and 3D tools.

Readers can follow the tutorials directly or adapt them as inspiration for their own projects. The book includes practical examples for photo painting, character concepts, graphic typography, mixed media compositions, 3D scenes and photo editing workflows.

What You’ll Discover Inside

• Digital painting tutorials for converting photos into paintings, creating watercolours, and producing detailed portraits.
• Character design methods covering concept art, stylized characters, facial detail, texture and mood.
• Typography projects for graphic posters, creative text effects, 3D type and mixed typographic illustrations.
• Mixed media techniques that combine sketches, photographs, Photoshop and Illustrator.
• 3D art workflows for realistic objects, characters, landscapes and dramatic scenes.
• Photo editing skills including sketch effects, layer masks, textured portraits, panoramas and matte artwork.

Why This Book Matters

Digital art has become a central part of modern visual culture, and this book documents practical methods used across creative industries. It brings together software-specific guidance in one accessible volume. The clear project structure makes it a useful reference for individual learners and studio settings.

By focusing on widely used programs and transferable techniques, The Digital Art Book helps readers develop stronger artistic control and more confident digital workflows.

Book Details

Device Compatibility

This is a digital download, so there is no physical shipping. Access is available immediately after purchase, and the PDF can be read on compatible Kindle apps, tablets, desktop computers, mobile devices and reading apps.

FAQ

How do I receive the book?
Once your purchase is complete, the PDF is available for instant download from your account.

Will I receive a physical copy?
No. This listing is for a digital PDF file only.

What devices can I use?
The PDF works with popular reading apps on tablets, phones, desktops and Kindle devices that support PDF files.

Start your next digital art project with this practical, tutorial-rich guide.