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The Flight of Icarus Composite Course

Fantasy Compositing in Photoshop

Flight of Icarus Composite Course

Let Your Imagination Fly with Fantasy Compositing

You don't need expensive props, a large studio and Hollywood makeup artists to create a realistic fantasy image... all you need is Photoshop and this course! Join Rikard for this follow-along Photoshop course where you'll put together this composite of Icarus flying too close to the sun. You will learn the basics of photo compositing—from setting up your workflow to masking, blending and color grading, as well as lighting effects and much more. 

$14.99  $65.99

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"Rikard Rodin has a calm, focused demeanor. While taking you on a journey through different stages of Photoshop. The courses are laid out brilliantly. Easy to navigate through and can jump back into for a quick refresher, at any stage of his videos. The quality of the end products gets you fired up to do another project. I would highly recommended him to any of my friends who are thinking of taking his classes."
— Craig Bryson

LESSONS

9

LENGTH

1h 35m

SOFTWARE

PS 2017

Creating a Fantasy

Learn how to create stunning photo composites from start to finish

The Flight of Icarus  Composite Course will guide you step-by-step on how to use Photoshop to cut out various images, blend them together realistically and then add visual effects and make  everything come together. Whether you're new to Photoshop or an experienced artist, this course is perfect for anyone who wants to take their skills to the next level. Sign up now and bring your imagination to life!

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Creative Learning, Done Right

Learn with a Follow-Along Project Approach for Maximum Creativity

In the Flight of Icarus  Composite Course, we use a follow-along project approach to teach you essential tools and techniques. By learning in the context of real-world projects, you'll maximize your creativity and unleash your full potential as an artist.

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Design Secrets

Become a professional image maker

Rikard's expertise in graphic design spans over two decades, making him a true master in the field. With his keen eye for detail and deep understanding of the creative process, Rikard has developed pro techniques that will take your design skills to the next level. In this course, you won't just learn how to use Photoshop, but also the principles of design. Discover how to use color to tell a story, guide your audience's attention, and create emotional impact with your images. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced designer, this course is perfect for anyone who wants to elevate their design skills to new heights. Enroll today and start learning from the best!

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Is This Really What You Need Right Now?

SEE IF ANY OF THESE ARE TRUE FOR YOU:

  • Photoshop sounds intimidating or scary
  • You want to make images that make people go “whoa!”
  • Your images just don’t have that “pop” that you want
  • You don’t feel fully in control in Photoshop
  • You’re artistic, but don’t always know how to create your idea
  • You don’t want a classroom, you want some fun projects
  • You wouldn't mind becoming a Photoshop master
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THIS COURSE IS INCLUDED IN THE NUCLY ALL-ACCESS ACADEMY

Save 85% when you sign up for our brand-new ALL ACCESS Nucly Academy. With the Academy, you get all of my professional training, 2,500+ Photoshop assets and presets plus our exclusive community. 

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Are you ready to take your photo compositing skills to the next level?

The Flight of Icarus Composite Course teaches you how to create a fantasy photo composite from start to finish. Learn advanced selections, isolating subjects, removing objects, reflections, glow effects and color grading techniques, as well as final touches such as adding film grain and using the Camera Raw filter. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced artist, this course provides step-by-step guidance to bring your imagination to life.

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Lesson 1:
Getting Started

Learn how to open files as smart objects and some keyboard shortcuts that will drastically speed up your compositing.

Lesson 2:
Cutting Out Icarus

Here we use paths to cutout the model from the background and then refine that selection to include hair with the Selection and Mask tool.

Lesson 3:
Adjusting the Loincloth

Learn how to use the puppet warp tool to adjust the shape of a cloth object.

Lesson 4:
Replacing the Feet

Learn to use the transform tool, curves and masks to replace the feet.

Lesson 5:
Making Icarus Fly

Here we use the liquify tool to make subtle changes to the man's posture and then add his wings.

Lesson 6:
Birds in the Sky

Here we change the background sky and then use multiple images to populate the sky with birds.

Lesson 7:
Color Grading

Learn how to use gradient maps, color balance and curves to color grade your composite.

Lesson 7:
Adjusting Lighting

Here we add in the sun flare and make more fine tuned color adjustments to the overall image.

Lesson 8:
The Final Touch

Here we add in the sun flare and make more fine tuned color adjustments to the overall image.

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