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Mood and Color: Holiday Edition

In this demo with Albert Lim, follow the process of creating a whimsical forest cottage scene that shifts seamlessly from day to night. Learn how to block in forms, refine composition, and use lighting and color to dramatically transform mood and atmosphere. Starting from reference and grayscale, you’ll explore how to paint environments that feel both grounded and magical—perfect for animation, games, or children’s books. Emphasis is placed on storytelling through lighting, atmospheric perspective, and subtle narrative cues. A great exercise in visual development for intermediate digital painters looking to boost their environmental storytelling skills.

  • Albert Lim

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Meet your instructor

Albert Lim

Albert Lim is a visual development and background artist in the animation industry, known for his contributions to major projects like Despicable Me 4 and his current work on background painting for Critical Role's Mighty Nein. He is passionate about crafting immersive worlds that captivate audiences. Outside of his creative work, Albert enjoys climbing, traveling, and portrait photography.

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