How to Learn Digital Painting (Beginners)

Summary by Krater

Sinix demonstrates how to start digital painting by focusing on shapes and value distillation instead of lines, using 2-value studies and examples from Instagram artists.

From the video

Answers: How do I start digital painting as a beginner?

• digital painting fundamentals
• value distillation
• shape language
• painting silhouette studies
• simplifying value structures

What it concludes

• Painting is about shapes rather than lines, so beginners should focus on value distillation and shape hierarchy.
• Avoiding lines and keeping shapes as simple as possible helps build better digital painting habits.
• Using a 2-value study creates a challenging puzzle that improves overall shape design and lighting accuracy.
• Introducing a third value as a secondary light or dark value helps manage complex image dynamics without breaking prior work.