Do you want to learn how to  use the Particle System in Blender to create awesome renders or animations? Do you want to feel confident while using particles? By the end of this course you will have an understanding of the functions in the particle system.  In the first couple sections we will be focusing on the settings and what each one does. Then we will move onto creating grass in Blender. Section 5 we will be taking a look at fluid particles. We will also be creating an animation using the fluid particles!

In this advanced manipulation tutorial I will show you how to retouch a portrait and create a fantasy looking portrait effect. I will show you very quickly how to mask hair using the Color Range Tool and the Refine Edge. You’ll see a skin smoothing technique using the High Pass filter, as a quick alternative to the Frequency Separation technique and basic makeup and effects to create the final retouch on the post production process.

This class is designed to teach you a variety of advanced Design techniques by creating a real world Typography text effect project with the 3D features of Photoshop, The goal is to walk you step by step and teach you how to design professional looking projects in Photoshop. We focus on a real world case by teaching you the best techniques that produces maximum results. I'll be using the latest version of the program - Photoshop CC 2018, but all the content can be created in Photoshop CS6 and above

Do you want to learn Adobe Illustrator from an expert designer with over 13 years of practical real world experience? Do you like to learn by creating "real world" projects instead of just learning endless tools without knowing how to use them? Than this class will be for you. The first section is for those with little to no experience in Adobe Illustrator. I wanted to make sure there was a section for those who feel they need to start at the very beginning, reviewing basic tools and mastering the Pen tool. The next section we hop right into our first Project. We will learn how to create various geometric shapes, including Diamonds, Polygons and cool 3-D cube patterns. This will help us learn the grid tool and the snap to point feature.

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In collaboration with VSCO, join trashhand, one of Skillshare's most popular photography teachers, as he shares insight on some of his favorite street photography techniques. While weaving through the streets of his native city Chicago trashhand covers four main topics as they relate to street photography: capturing authentic candids, utilizing blur to convey motion, finding compelling angles for "look-up" shots, and finally trying these techniques at night.

Gain a new perspective on your universe that most people will never experience firsthand. This class will teach you all the tools necessary to photograph beautiful nighttime landscapes under the Milky Way. Whether you are a beginner that just got their first Digital SLR or a professional photographer looking to branch out into astrophotography for the first time, NIGHTSCAPES will teach you a unique form of photography that pushes the bounds of what you thought was possible with your camera.

Did you know there are more than 300 million Instagram accounts? Learn how to stand out with this 30-min class from Instagram star Gareth Pon. With tactical lessons on perfecting your profile picture and bio, achieving consistent feel in your photos, and effectively cross-posting to outside platforms, this class is ideal for photographers, social media managers, and everyone who wants to grow their brand on Instagram. Plus, the online class gallery is an amazing opportunity to share photos and exchange feedback on your artistic and branding choices.

Shooting on the phone camera really pushes you to improve and develop your photographer’s skills, as you can not fall back on expensive lenses or other professional photography equipment. The great thing is, it is possible to get better with the same phone camera which you have now! In this class I will cover a few practical tips, a few creative ones, like adding shadows, shooting backlit or incorporating action into your shots. And I will also talk about editing and show you my editing process. Although some technical points are specific for the iPhone, the creative advice and editing sections are relevant to any other phone camera too!

Having shot for Jordan Brand, Raised By Wolves, Dope Boy Magic and more, trashhand has used fashion lookbooks to grow as a photographer and professional. This 40-minute, documentary-style class is fueled by his experiences and insights, sharing advice on

Pitching and working with brands

Preparing for a shoot with styling and scouting

Shooting wide, medium, and detail photos

Editing photos with product in mind

Learn to make a dish look as great as it tastes. In this 30-minute class, freelance food photographer Daniel Krieger (New York Times, Eater.com, and more) reveals how he styles and shoots food both on the job and when he's out on his own. Each bite-sized video lesson covers his gear, ordering, shooting in daylight, and the images that make his portfolio stand out. Whether you use a DSLR or iPhone camera (or both), you'll love watching Daniel's gorgeous images come to life — and then creating your own.

Studying images to understand lighting better

Utilizing beautiful window light

Composition tricks

Improving your shooting technique

Editing your images with VSCO, PS Express, Instagram, and Adobe Lightroom

and a bonus Artificial Light Workaround for pictures after the sun sets

National Geographic photographer Ami Vitale takes you on an adventure to Venice Beach, California, sharing her documentary photography techniques. Immersion and relentless observation are key in Ami’s practice. She always arrives at a place before the sun comes up and revisits it again at sundown to capture the best photos, understanding the place through patience and persistence. Ami will take you step-by-step through her best practices of finding the beauty in a person or an experience, and telling a story through that. This class is great for aspiring photojournalists, professional photographers seeking inspiration, and everyone who seeks essential tips and zen habits for documenting the world around them.

Show the world how you see your city. Scout meaningful locations, shoot in your own experimental style, and curate a final photo set of your one-of-a-kind story. Tell the story of your city with this one-hour class from rising cityscape photographer trashhand (trashhand). Travel with him to iconic Chicago landmarks and underground hideaways, scouring heights and corners, learning as he shows and shares his unique approach to scouting, shooting, and editing. This class is for all levels and all equipment: whether you iPhone or DSLR, his daring, ambition, and artistry will inspire you to develop and capture your city's story.

In this class I'm teaching students how to edit photos in Adobe Lightroom and develop their own unique editing style. With the extraordinarily large number of photographers today, it's important to develop your own editing style in order to stand out from the competition. This class will discuss sources of inspiration including music, paintings, and more. On top of that, I'm going to break down each tool in Lightroom and show students how they can creatively use them to develop their editing style.

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I paint two complete scenes with two different approaches. In the first part I'll use photo manipulation and paintovers, in the second part I paint from scratch. Ill cover layering, brush techniques, and lighting while using reference. Also show a few style alterations of these scenes.

Ever wanted to create fantasy themed forest that has illustrative qualities typically seen in animation and games? In this tutorial I take you through the painting process layer by layer painting trees, rocks, and foliage.

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A 5+ hour tutorial with commentary covering a range of techniques I use on a daily basis. This video series will take you through my thought process on creating a finished painting starting with a 3D render as my base.

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