the transparency level of a digital brush or layer

the rate at which paint is applied when a brushstroke is made

building up visual effects by stacking elements in separate digital layers

the technique of merging colours or tones smoothly

Digital painting techniques: brushstrokes and beyond

Art and design

Deepening the understanding of the principles of Digital Arts

Introduction to animation: bringing digital art to life

Mixed-media digital art: combining traditional and digital methods

Cyanotype: using the power of the sun

Advancing photo manipulation: enhancing images

Advancing photo manipulation: transforming images

This teacher-led unit deepens pupils' skills within endorsements. Through short workshop activities, pupils further explore a range of materials and techniques. They develop studies focused on the elements and principles of art in practice.

Foundation workshops: developing skills

What does the opacity setting control in a digital brush?

The brushstroke appears instantly dark and bold

What happens if the flow of a digital brush is set very low?

True or false? Layering in digital painting allows artists to separate elements and makes editing easier.

Which tool helps create smooth transitions between colours in digital painting?

Surfaces like fabric, stone, glass, or fur

Which of these effects can texture brushes create in digital art?

True or false? Digital brushes can never achieve effects similar to traditional brushes.

Starter Quiz

What does the opacity setting control in a digital brush?