If you want a few good months' worth of primarily 2D painting tutorials to make your way through, exploring various styles and genres, this book will serve you well. Inside you'll find some brilliant artists that take you through breakdowns of their own images, whether it's caricature, sci-fi battles, fantasy character, or dabbling with custom brushes. Aside from a gallery section that includes some familiar finished images, the contents and artists' insights are all new, making this a solid second step in a promising book series. -- ImagineFX magazine I love seeing how other artists work. It helps me rethink my own techniques and consider how I might do things quicker and more effectively. Digital Painting Techniques: V2 is an inspiring kick in the pants. -- Tim Warnock I have never seen one book that has such a diverse collection of inspiring techniques and subject matter, generously shared by incredibly talented artists. -- Dylan Cole Digital Painting Techniques: V2 covers a wide variety of methods and demonstrates the quality that can be achieved using those methods. It's a great resource for new digital artists or veterans looking to grow. -- Josh Nizzi In the last decade, the digital age has reshaped the definition of art and the mediums in which art is created. The field of illustration and concept is brimming with talent and inspiration that continues to grow exponentially. This book is a showcase of the breadth of ability in the industry today. -- Stephan Martiniere - Art Director
If you want a few good months' worth of primarily 2D painting tutorials to make your way through, exploring various styles and genres, this book will serve you well. Inside you'll find some brilliant artists that take you through breakdowns of their own images, whether it's caricature, sci-fi battles, fantasy character, or dabbling with custom brushes. Aside from a gallery section that includes some familiar finished images, the contents and artists' insights are all new, making this a solid second step in a promising book series. -- ImagineFX magazine I love seeing how other artists work. It helps me rethink my own techniques and consider how I might do things quicker and more effectively. Digital Painting Techniques: V2 is an inspiring kick in the pants. -- Tim Warnock I have never seen one book that has such a diverse collection of inspiring techniques and subject matter, generously shared by incredibly talented artists. -- Dylan Cole Digital Painting Techniques: V2 covers a wide variety of methods and demonstrates the quality that can be achieved using those methods. It's a great resource for new digital artists or veterans looking to grow. -- Josh Nizzi In the last decade, the digital age has reshaped the definition of art and the mediums in which art is created. The field of illustration and concept is brimming with talent and inspiration that continues to grow exponentially. This book is a showcase of the breadth of ability in the industry today. -- Stephan Martiniere - Art Director
