Digital Illustration: Realistic Female Portraits Masterclass

Learn to draw lifelike female faces from sketch to final polish using digital tools.

What you'll learn

How to draw realistic female portraits digitally from scratch

Essential anatomy and facial proportions for women’s faces

Techniques for rendering realistic skin tones, lighting, and shadows

Creating expressive eyes, lips, noses, and hair with depth and texture

Using layers, brushes, and blending tools in digital illustration software (Procreate/Photoshop/etc.)

Adding personality, emotion, and character to digital portraits

How to finalize, polish, and export professional-quality portrait illustrations

How to finalize, polish, and export professional-quality portrait illustrations

Requirements

Basic familiarity with any digital drawing software (Procreate, Photoshop, Clip Studio Paint, etc.)

A digital tablet or drawing device (iPad + Apple Pencil, Wacom, etc.)

A passion for portrait art and a desire to improve your digital illustration skills

No advanced drawing skills needed — this course guides you step by step

Description

Unlock the secrets to drawing lifelike female portraits with this in-depth digital illustration masterclass taught by Yaşar Vurdem, one of the world’s top 50 illustrators working with global brands like Adobe x Billie Eilish, Prime Video (The Lord of the Rings, The Wheel of Time, Citadel), Logitech, Wacom, and XP-Pen.Whether you're a beginner with a passion for digital art or an intermediate artist looking to level up your skills, this course will walk you through the entire process  from blank canvas to a polished, emotionally expressive female portrait.You’ll learn how to:Sketch accurate facial proportions and featuresRender skin, eyes, hair, and lips with realistic textures and lightingUse layers, brushes, and blending tools effectivelyAdd character, mood, and depth to your portraitsBuild a professional-level workflow using Procreate, Photoshop, or your preferred digital appThis course focuses on the art of realism, guiding you with proven techniques and personal insights from a professional who’s worked with the most iconic brands in entertainment and design.Whether you dream of working with major companies or just want to draw stunning portraits that capture emotion and detail, this masterclass is your blueprint.Join thousands of aspiring artists and elevate your skills with one of the most recognized illustrators in the industry.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Welcome

Section 2: Essentials: Advanced Portrait Brush Set

Lecture 2 Essentials: Advanced Portrait Brush Set

Section 3: Eye Painting

Lecture 3 Eye Painting

Lecture 4 Eye Painting II

Section 4: Skin Painting Practices and Tips

Lecture 5 Skin Painting Practices and Tips

Section 5: Hair Painting Practices and Tips

Lecture 6 Hair Painting Practices and Tips

Lecture 7 Hair Painting Practices and Tips II

Section 6: Portrait Painting in Photoshop

Lecture 8 Portrait Painting in Photoshop

Aspiring digital artists who want to master realistic female portrait illustration,Traditional artists looking to transition into digital mediums,Beginner to intermediate illustrators seeking structured, step-by-step guidance,Procreate, Photoshop, or tablet users wanting to improve portrait techniques,Anyone passionate about drawing women’s faces with lifelike detail and emotion,Content creators, designers, or hobbyists aiming to enhance their digital art portfolio