Compositing Courses and Certifications

Illustration: Compositing Techniques

12 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Achieve more complex results in your illustrations with digital compositing. Learn how to merge visual components like light, color, and reflections into a final illustration.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 2 hours 10 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

CG101: Compositing

11 ratings at Pluralsight

With this tutorial, we will take a software-independent look at some of the vital terminology that is required to build a solid foundation for learning some basics of compositing. Software required: none.

• Pluralsight
• 47 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Your First Day in NUKE Studio

10 ratings at Pluralsight

In this series of NUKE tutorials, we'll learn how to use the new flavor in the NUKE family: NUKE Studio. Software required: NUKE Studio 9.0, NUKEX 9.0.

• Pluralsight
• 4 hours 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Compositing for Digital Scrapbookers

Compositing for Digital Scrapbookers with Tiffany Tillman-Emanuel

• CreativeLive
• 4 hours 26 minutes
• On-Demand
• $29.00

Photoshop Training Channel

Editing Your Photos - Photoshop Compositing

Learn advanced Photoshop compositing techniques to create an Iron-Man image, including perspective correction, color adjustments, masking, and sky replacement in this comprehensive tutorial.

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

Adobe

Photo Retouching and Compositing Techniques - Part 1

Learn advanced Photoshop techniques for portrait retouching, compositing, and creating dynamic effects with expert Aaron Nace. Master skills like hair extraction, light flares, and animating particles for stunning visual designs.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 58 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

PiXimperfect

The Ultimate Compositing Plugin - Photoshop

Explore a comprehensive Photoshop compositing panel that streamlines color matching, lighting, shadows, and various techniques. Learn its features, interface, and application for efficient and professional-quality image compositing.

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

PiXimperfect

Steps to Make a Flat Background Look Realistic - Photoshop Tutorial

Learn 5 steps to create realistic flat backgrounds in Photoshop, including shadow creation, texture addition, and lighting matching techniques for seamless subject integration.

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

PiXimperfect

Master Shadows & Lighting in Compositing with Photoshop

Learn advanced techniques for creating realistic shadows and matching lighting in Photoshop composites. Master layering, coloring, and blurring to enhance image realism and depth.

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

PiXimperfect

Blend Subject and Reflections Using Blend Modes in Photoshop

Master Photoshop blend modes to seamlessly integrate subjects and reflections with backgrounds. Learn selection techniques, color matching, and light adjustment for realistic composites.

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

PiXimperfect

Hair Selection and Color Cast Correction in Photoshop

Learn advanced Photoshop techniques to remove color casts, fix fringes, and perfect subject selection for seamless composites. Master the art of creating flawless hair selections and enhancing image quality.

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

Escape Studios

The Role of a Compositor - With Davi Stein

Explore compositing principles, skills, and tools with Davi Stein. Learn about the role of compositors in VFX, storytelling through imagery, and the importance of Nuke in the industry pipeline.

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

Blender Guru

Beginner Blender 4.0 Tutorial - Compositing and Visual Effects - Part 11

Learn to enhance your Blender 4.0 renders with compositing techniques. Master glare effects, lens distortion, and real-time adjustments to make your 3D creations shine and look more realistic.

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

Compositing an Animated Set Extension in NUKEX

In this series of tutorials, we are going to composite a stylized post-apocalyptic environment shot. Software required: NUKEX 7.0 V6, After Effects CS5, Optical Flares Plug-In.

• Pluralsight
• 7 hours 1 minute
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Compositing a Live-action Matte Painting in NUKE and Photoshop

In this NUKE and Photoshop tutorial we'll delve into the steps required to create a live-action matte painting and initial composite. Software required: NUKE 8 and Photoshop CS4.

• Pluralsight
• 3 hours 47 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available