2D graphics Basic
Hit Skills Up School. You will create your first 2D projects and fall in love with digital graphics for sure!
from 3 months
48 video lessons
BeginnerAbout the Course
On the course, you will learn techniques and tricks for drawing cool arts, get basic skills in working with volume, color, tone, materials, and create a finished project for your portfolio — a concept of an object in the chosen style. If you have long wanted to start your journey into the world of CG, then the 2D Graphics Basic course is the very launching pad where you will gain a pool of practical skills and a lot of enjoyment from the process.
What You Will Learn
How the Learning Works
Watch the lecture and complete the assignment
Get feedback from instructor and make revisions
Gain knowledge and build your portfolio
Who Is This Course For
For those who love drawing and dream of becoming a digital artist.
For those who doubt and don't know where to start.
For beginner 2D artists — those who already draw but feel a lack of basic knowledge and consistency.
For artists working with traditional materials and wishing to master a new profession.
For animators, 3D modelers, designers, illustrators who want to master new software, techniques and apply them in their work.
For graduates of art universities and schools.
Course Instructors
5 courses
Sergey Schastnyy
Character and monster concept artist
Instructor works
5 courses
Mariya Strazhnikova
2D artist
Instructor works
Student Works
What Students Say
Анна Иванова
Егоренков Дмитрий
Course Program
Theory- •Photoshop for the artist: interface, panels, brushes, layers, functions and tools
- •Physics of light: types and nature of illumination, components of volume, reflexes, physics of glare
- •Physics of materials: glossiness/dullness, texture, SSS, Fresnel effect, caustics
- •Rules for transmitting volume, working with tone
- •The basics of composition
Practice- •Drawing a series of three-dimensional primitives: working with technology and lighting
- •Copies of textures: stone, wood, metal
- •B/w still life of three figures with three textures
Choose Your Format
Find the perfect balance between freedom and support
Self-paced Online
Study when it's convenient for you — with maximum freedom and individual attention.
4 months
Start: 26.02.2026What's included
- Learning in a convenient rhythm and with a flexible schedule.
- Extended course completion time.
- Personal video feedback.
- Homework without strict deadlines.
Cashback up to $9
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