Aaron's Design Class Courses

Intro to Photoshop for Beginners - The Basics

Learn Photoshop basics for digital drawing and painting. Explore interface, tools, layers, selections, and color techniques to kickstart your digital art journey.

• YouTube
• 32 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Line to Detail - Part 2

Learn techniques for adding organic details to creature designs, focusing on placement and avoiding common pitfalls. Ideal for novice high school artists.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Basic Digital Workflow - Rendering Spheres

Learn to render spheres digitally using Photoshop, focusing on layer management and digital tools. Master silhouette, bounce, and rim lighting techniques for realistic 3D effects.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Detailing - Making the Leap from Blocks to Buildings

Explore techniques for adding detail to drawings, from basic line work to inking and line weight, enhancing your ability to create realistic cityscapes and architectural designs.

• YouTube
• 39 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Line Art Extraction

Learn to extract detailed line art from loose silhouettes, a quick idea generation technique for production. Practice with provided silhouette or your own to enhance design skills.

• YouTube
• 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Intro to Adobe Photoshop - Digital Illustration Methods

Learn digital illustration techniques in Photoshop, from importing line art to finalizing comic-style coloring. Master tools like magic wand and hue shifting, and explore light, shadow, and detail brushes for professional results.

• YouTube
• 38 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Basic Comic Coloring Process

Learn essential comic coloring techniques in Photoshop, including layer management, brush settings, edge control, and a specialized COLOR FLATS workflow for efficient and professional results.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Logo Design for Beginners

Explore logo design principles, including form and color theory, to create impactful visual identities. Learn to deconstruct logos and target specific audiences effectively.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Linear Perspective Video Textbook

Comprehensive guide to linear perspective techniques, from basics to advanced city-building workflows. Covers one and two-point perspective, grids, and practical applications for artists and designers.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Environment Fundamentals

Explore environment design basics including camera, values, composition, and painting techniques for creating captivating visual landscapes.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Intro to Compositing

Learn essential compositing techniques for creating believable photo-collages in graphic design, including tools, layers, color grading, and photobashing.

• YouTube
• 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Digital Painting - Basic Rendering Methods

Learn essential digital painting techniques in Photoshop, from line art to finished render. Master selection, blocking, detailing, lighting, and post-production for creating captivating digital artwork.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Line to Detail

Explore various line techniques to create textures, from bumpy and rough to smooth surfaces, boosting your confidence in drawing diverse materials and objects.

• YouTube
• 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Basic Understanding of Line

Explore various line techniques in 2D design, from contour and expressive lines to hatching and cross-hatching, enhancing your artistic skills and visual communication abilities.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Graphic Design - Intro to Photoshop Part 1

Learn essential Photoshop tools and techniques for graphic design, including layers, pen tool, and vector vs. raster graphics. Gain practical skills for digital design workflows and file management.

• YouTube
• 32 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video