A Pro’s Guide to Coloring Comic Art with Procreate! by Kurt Michael Russell

Dive deep into the world of comic book coloring using Procreate with industry veteran Kurt Michael Russell. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced artist aiming to refine your skills, this comprehensive course will take you from importing line art to rendering and adding special effects.

What You Will Learn

• Introduction: Get to know Kurt and understand the course layout.
• Quick Coloring Guide: A jump-start to your coloring journey to get started now!
• Resource Library: Access downloadable assets to boost learning, like brushes, comic page templates, and layered files for reference.
• Essential Tools: Master brushes, smudging, erasers, layers, and color management.
• Advanced Manipulation: Learn about transformations, selections, and adjustments.
• Workflow Optimization: Understand actions and file specifications.
• Flatting Skills: Explore the science and art behind flatting.
• Procreate Selection: Efficiently manage your selections in Procreate.
• Base Coloring: The foundation of your artwork.
• Rendering Series: 4-part intensive on everything from color theory to advanced lighting.
• Advanced Techniques: Cut & grad style and selection saving tips.
• Special Effects: Add a sparkle to your artwork.
• Mood Setting: Understand the nuances of tinting and adjustments.
• Export Options: Get your artwork ready for the world.

Who Should Take This Course?

• Complete Beginners: If you’re starting, no worries. No prior experience is required.
• Intermediate Artists: Aiming to refine your skills? This course is for you.
• Professionals: Master your craft even further with advanced techniques.

Requirements

• An iPad with Procreate installed
• Apple Pencil for the best experience

By the end of this journey, you won’t just know the techniques; you’ll have the confidence to make your art come alive. Let’s start coloring, one panel at a time.