Digital Matte Painting - Fundamentals of Digital Matte Painting
Week 01 - Week 13
Tong Min Xuan / 0362744
Digital Matte Painting / Bachelor of Design (Hons) in Creative Media
Fundamentals of Digital Matte Painting
INSRTUCTION
You will undergo a series of exercises that will enhance your understanding
of matte as listed below:
- Perspective Studies (Landscapes and Interiors)
- Compositions
- Value Studies
- Sky replacements
- Virtual Plain Air
- 2.5D mattes
- Invisible Set Extensions
EXERCISE
Sky Replacement
We were instructed to select a high-resolution landscape image and perform
sky replacement for different times of day and weather conditions —
including sunrise, morning, noon, sunset, night, and overcast skies.
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| Sky Replacement Process |
I adjusted the color and brightness of the mountain based on the sky’s lighting and tone to create a more harmonious blend between the sky and the landscape.
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| Original Photo |
Sunrise. Morning. Noon
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| Sunset . Night . Aurora |
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| Cloudy . After rain |
Perspective Drawing
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| Perpective Drawing |
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| Perspective Drawing |
I also practiced perspective drawing by using real-life photos as
references. I learned how to better capture the illusion of
three-dimensional space on a two-dimensional surface and how to accurately
represent objects from different angles.
I chose two photos for my virtual plein air. I first sketched the basic
shapes, then added shadows, contrasting colors, and some details to make my
painting look more realistic
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| Virtual Plein Air Process |
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Virtual Plein Air Process |
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| Original Photo & Sketches |
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| Original Photo & Sketches |
FINAL SUBMISSION -
REFLECTION
In this course, I practiced key techniques in digital matte painting, including perspective drawing, virtual plein air, sky replacement, and set extension. Perspective drawing helped me understand depth and spatial accuracy in composition, laying the groundwork for creating believable environments. Virtual plein air improved my observation of light, color, and form by working with real-world locations, allowing me to interpret and simplify complex scenes. Sky replacement taught me how to blend elements seamlessly by matching lighting and color, ensuring a cohesive look. Set extension challenged me to integrate photo elements with original footage, expanding scenes while maintaining realism. Overall, the course strengthened both my technical and artistic skills, boosting my confidence in visual storytelling and scene design.
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