1. Not Actually “Advanced”
If you can already paint realistic portraits or complex scenes, this course is too basic. “Advanced” here means advanced beginner – e.g., rendering form, simple lighting, composition rules. There is no master-level anatomy, no professional workflow optimization, no printing or portfolio prep.
2. Over-Reliance on Tracing & Photo References
Several projects have you trace over photos to build speed. For a beginner, that’s fine. But the course never clearly says “now stop tracing.” Some students finish thinking tracing is standard professional practice – it’s not, and that’s a weak point.
3. Outdated UI Examples
The course was last significantly updated in 2021 (as of this review). Photoshop’s interface has changed. If you have Photoshop 2024 or 2025, the instructor’s menus and icons will look different. Udemy has not flagged this as outdated. Once the theory is established, the course moves
Once the theory is established, the course moves into practical application.
To give you a balanced view, here is what students typically highlight in their reviews. The Cons:
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Verdict: At full price ($120), it’s overpriced – you can buy dedicated digital painting books or monthly subscriptions to better platforms. At the typical $15–20 sale price, it’s a steal.
Learning by doing is the core philosophy here. Instead of abstract exercises, students tackle real genres, including: students tackle real genres
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