Speed Painting in Photoshop: Accelerate Your Creative Process

Begin by getting to know animation artist Gabriel Gomez. He talks you through his creative journey, which led him to become a freelance animator and start his own studio. Then learn about the influences which inspire him as a creator.

Delve into the basics of the speed painting technique. Gabriel shares how he developed the technique, what makes it useful, and how he uses it in a professional context. Explore the Brush Studio and learn to create shapes, set up your brushes, and keep them organized. Then take a look at Photoshop’s action tools before discovering how to create atmosphere through color and light, and picking a theme for your project.

Gabriel demonstrates three quick ways to create a sketch for your painting; a line drawing, a value sketch, and a color sketch. Learn how to color block basic shapes using the Lasso Tool and paint quick textures. Then discover how to establish a mood in your painting.

Develop your image further by adjusting color, using the transformation tool, and more. To finish the course, Gabriel shares his advice for showcasing your artwork professionally.