Creating Expressive Alter Egos in Procreate with Temi Coker
Key insights
- 💻 Creating alter egos on iPad in Procreate with artist Temi Coker
- 📷 Importance of choosing an expressive photo for the alter ego
- 🎨 Encouragement to be creative with no rules
- 🎤 Anthony's choice of '90s artist vibe for his alter ego
- 🦸 Temi's creation of a superhero alter ego with time travel ability
- 📸 Choosing a standout photo for editing
- 🖍️ Using the Freehand selection tool to cut out the subject
- 🎨 Creating a bold background with favorite colors and brushes
- 🎨 Adjusting colors with sliders for alter ego photo
- 🌌 Adding depth to background with Apple Pencil pressure
- 🎨 Using Clipping Mask for adding textures and patterns
- ✨ Using Liquify tool for space effect on stars
- 📱 Encouragement to create and share using Apple devices
- 🎥 Promotion of live creativity sessions
Q&A
What do the artists do at the end of the video?
The artists review and export their artwork, encourage viewers to create and share their own using Apple devices, promote live creativity sessions, and encourage self-expression through art.
How do the creators customize their avatars in the video?
They use the Liquify tool for a space effect on stars, discuss hairstyle options and preferences, and add style to glasses and final touches to achieve a personalized look for their avatars.
What techniques are demonstrated for adding depth and details to digital artwork?
The video showcases techniques such as using pressure with the Apple Pencil to create stars, adding alter ego's signature details to bring it to life, using Clipping Mask for adding textures and patterns, and incorporating cultural elements into the artwork for a cohesive look.
How do the artists create bold backgrounds for their alter ego photos?
They adjust colors with sliders, use favorite colors and brushes to create a bold background, experiment with brushes and the color palette, utilize layers for experimentation and reordering, and add textures and elements for a unique and visually appealing background.
What techniques are showcased for editing the chosen photo?
The video showcases techniques such as using the Freehand selection tool to cut out the subject, converting the image to black and white for more editing freedom, and applying a gradient map for a visual effect.
What alter ego vibes do Anthony and Temi opt for?
Anthony opts for a '90s artist vibe for his alter ego, while Temi creates a superhero alter ego with the ability to time travel.
What do Anthony and Temi emphasize in the video?
Anthony and Temi emphasize the importance of choosing expressive photos for alter egos and encourage viewers to be creative with no rules, allowing them to explore diverse alter ego concepts.
What is the video about?
The video demonstrates how to create alter egos using Procreate on iPad, showcasing the process of choosing expressive photos, editing, adding details, and exporting artwork. It also emphasizes creativity with no rules and the promotion of live creativity sessions.
- 00:03 In this segment, Anthony and artist Temi Coker demonstrate how to create alter egos using Procreate on iPad. They emphasize the importance of choosing an expressive photo that captures the alter ego's vibe and encourage creativity with no rules. Anthony opts for a '90s artist vibe while Temi decides to create a superhero alter ego with the ability to time travel.
- 01:07 Two friends are choosing a photo for editing, cutting out the subject, and adjusting color and contrast using the Procreate app.
- 02:09 Creating an alter ego photo with bold background using color adjustments, brushes, and layers on iPad. Additional textures and elements for experimentation.
- 03:20 Two artists demonstrate how to add depth and details to digital artwork using Procreate. They showcase techniques such as using pressure to create stars and adding textures and patterns with Clipping Mask.
- 04:26 Two creators customize their avatars by using Liquify tool, discussing hairstyle options, and adding final touches for a personalized look.
- 05:33 Two artists review and export their artwork, encouraging viewers to create and share their own using Apple devices. They also promote live creativity sessions and encourage self-expression.