3D tools aren’t just for 3D artists—when used right, they can elevate 2D paintings to a whole new level. Using 3D Techniques with Digital Painting by Marco Bucci teaches 2D artists how to integrate Blender into their workflow, adding depth and realism without losing the painterly touch. You’ll learn essential 3D tools, blend 3D modeling with hand-painted elements, and explore advanced 2.5D matte painting techniques for a cinematic effect.
Welcome
FREE PREVIEWDownloading Blender
The Interface
FREE PREVIEWObject Mode
Edit Mode
Modifiers
Grease Pencil
Lights and Materials
Camera and Rendering
Owls In Autumn
Preparing Leaf Textures
Texturing with UV Maps
Thumbnail Sketch
Blocking the Scene in 3D
Exporting to Photoshop
Digital Painting 1
Digital Painting 2
Digital Painting 3
Digital Painting 4
Digital Painting 5
Exporting Layers
Compositing
Project Files - Leaves
Textures - Owls
Extras
Winter House
Projection Mapping Theory
3D Modeling and Setup 1
3D Modeling and Setup 2
3D Modeling and Setup 3
Exporting to Photoshop
Digital Painting 1
Digital Painting 2
Digital Painting 3
Exporting and Mapping
Final Render
Textures - Files
Brush Pack
Shortcuts
3D isn’t just for sculptors and animators. When used effectively, it’s a game-changer for painters! In Using 3D Techniques with Digital Painting, Marco Bucci shows you how to integrate Blender into your workflow, combining 3D models with hand-painted details for dynamic, cinematic results. Whether you're new to 3D or looking to refine your process, this class will unlock new creative possibilities!
Learn how to use Blender to enhance your paintings without losing artistic control.
Combine 3D modeling with hand-painted elements for incredible depth.
Instant access to all lessons, so you can revisit them anytime, anywhere.
“So helpful, thank u Marco! I bought the workshop last year and it is brilliant. So inspiring and I am now working on combination of 3D + 2D artwork with Blender + Photoshop for my MA study. I come back to the workshop many times and it is really helpful. Thank you for the tutorials!”
Yurui Tian
“What can I say? Marco is the best art educator on the internet, hands down!”
“Great teacher. Very helpful, easy to follow, and understand.👍”
Anonymous
“Over all I am very satisfied with all my purchases. Mr. Bucci is a talented artist and teacher.”
Juan
“Marco has a talent to teach things. I'll finish this course and take another one when I'll be good at it :-)”
Keven Girard
“I learned what I was hoping to from this course. Marco has great teaching skills.”
Javen M.
“Marco accomplished a way to got deeper in painting techniques using enjoyable approach inviting us to make art.”
Fabio
“Definitely worth it and definitely gonna buy again ”
Krzysztof
“Marco never fails to identify what is most important in his subjects and really pass on the message with clarity and ease. Everything he says is of high value and importance. I will definitely buy more lessons from him in the future”
Eleftherios
“I love all you videos along with your ideologies on art! They've helped me find a goal to reach with the fundamentals that no one on YouTube really talks about.”
Anonymous
There are no absolute requirements, but I do recommend having a tablet (a product like Wacom or Huion, for example) as well as a digital painting application.
For traditional media, any brand of watercolors and gouache will work, though do not recommend student-grade paints. I use brands like Winsor&Newton, Holbein, and Daniel Smith. I also recommend using at least 140lb paper, as anything thinner will not be able to survive multiple washes.
If you’re interested in painting, I think the best place to begin is at my YouTube channel. I have many short lessons there covering a whole slew of important art fundamentals. Then I recommend purchasing the videos in the Digital Painting series, as those videos feature in-depth demonstrations, in real time, of which fundamentals I am applying, and how I am applying them.
Understanding and Painting the Head is also a good choice for beginners who have a little bit of drawing experience, but want to know how to take the next steps and develop good habits.
Illustrating Children’s Books will take you through many important fundamental drawing and painting lessons, applicable to any project or medium.
Yes! You will receive a Completion Certificate at the end of each course.
Yes! Each course comes with lifetime access to all course materials.
I do! You can learn more and book directly here.
You bet!
Check out the "Brush Pack" section.
