Digital Basics TRACK: Lesson 3, Texture Cubes

Prompt

Create 8 cubes that each have the texture of a real life object. Try to choose as many different textures and colors as you can!

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Examples

@pandapufkin, Steen, Trent


Texture Ideas

candy, food, glass, bread, meat, minerals, fabric, crystals, metal, wood, translucent objects, fur, plastics, rocks, insects, fantasy textures: fairy dust, Kryptonite, etc.

Geode Reference #27
Flickr album: Geodes

Reference images

We recommend drawing from objects in real life when you can!

You can use our uses these albums on our free reference photo collection: cacti, bread, rocks, glass, wild mushrooms, water falls, guinea pigs, yarn, shells, and more.

Shell #9
Flickr album: Shells

Recommended software

ProcreateKritaAdobe PhotoshopClip Studio PaintPaint Tool SAIAdobe Fresco, MediBang Paint, Gimp

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Inspiration

Nick Cave, Alberto Giacometti, Magdalena Abakanowicz, Yoshimi Futamura, El Anatsui

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Discussion led by Art Prof Clara Lieu and Art Prof Teaching Artist Cat Huang.


Texture is one of the Elements of Art that is readily seen in 3D artworks. Materials, surfaces in 3D artworks vary tremendously and contribute towards the character of an artwork.

This video provides examples of contemporary art and images from art history where texture plays an integral role. Discussion led by Art Prof Clara Lieu and Art Prof Teaching Artist Cat Huang.

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