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Low Poly Portrait Illustration in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop

Learn low poly portrait art! Create modern, unique 2D portraits using simplified 3D geometry. Perfect for artists seeking a trendy aesthetic.

4.0(46)
1,376students
41m
Certificate
Lucas Ridley
Lucas RidleyProfessional Animator

Course Content

Low Poly Portrait Illustration in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop is an intermediate-level Skillshare course taught by Lucas Ridley. It runs 41m, is taught in English, and includes a certificate of completion. Learners rate it 4.0 out of 5 from 46 reviews, with 1,376 students enrolled. It is a paid course, first published July 2015.

Dive into the world of low poly art and learn to create stunning, modern portraits! This tutorial guides you through the process of recreating the popular 3D-inspired look in a 2D illustration, perfect for both Photoshop and Illustrator users – even beginners can master this technique.

You'll discover how to achieve a unique and eye-catching portrait style using simplified geometric shapes. This step-by-step tutorial cuts out the unnecessary steps, providing a focused and efficient workflow. Learn crucial shortcuts to streamline your process and save valuable time.

This isn't just about the techniques; we'll also explore the process behind creating the source portrait, including a breakdown of the photography.

Here's what you'll get:

  • Low Poly Portrait Creation: Master the art of transforming a portrait into a captivating low poly illustration.
  • Photoshop Tutorial: Learn the specific techniques for achieving this look within Adobe Photoshop.
  • Illustrator Tutorial: Discover how to recreate the low poly aesthetic using Adobe Illustrator.
  • Essential Shortcuts: Speed up your workflow with time-saving shortcuts for both programs.
  • Photography Insights: Understand the process of photographing a portrait for low poly conversion.

Resources:

  • Illustrator Free Trial: [Link to Illustrator Free Trial]
  • Photoshop Free Trial: [Link to Photoshop Free Trial]
  • Wacom Intuos Tablet: [Link to Wacom Intuos on Amazon]
  • Portrait Photography Breakdown: [Link to Photography Breakdown]

Get ready to create your own awesome, low poly portraits! Let's get started.

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