This course teaches the process of coloring sequential comic book pages using Clip Studio Paint Pro. The learning outcomes include understanding how to flat major elements, add shadows and lights, change line colors, and create special effects. The course covers tools such as Polyline, Fill, Wand, and blending modes. The teaching method includes demonstrations, keyboard shortcuts, and step-by-step instructions. This course is intended for aspiring comic book artists, illustrators, and anyone interested in learning digital coloring techniques using Clip Studio Paint Pro.
How I Color Comics with CLIP STUDIO PAINT - Coloring Basics
Overview
Syllabus
Introduction
About me
Credits Line art by @adamtgorham
Put the line art on a transparent layer
Creating your PANELS layer
Quickly change tools with keyboard shortcuts
Using Polyline/Fill to separate the panels
Add or remove from a selection
“ELEMENTS” layer explained
Why I don’t use Clip’s “smart” flatting tools
How I flat major elements
Why I don’t put different elements on different layers
How to flat everything else
How to create Quick Access buttons
Creating the BASE colors layer
Auto-select / Wand settings for Reference layers
Adjust the base colors
Why I start with more neutral colors
Pro:tip: All colors are based on comparisons
Setting the AMBIENT light
How Hard Light blending mode works
Adding SHADOWS
Adding the primary lights
Adding secondary lights
Changing the color of the lines with a clipping mask
A tip regarding changing the line colors
How to do glows/special effects
Process overview
Conclusion
Clip Course sale link in desc
Thank you!
Taught by
Color with Kurt
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