Digital Painting Digital Painting Software and Workflow

Question 1

Which file format preserves all Photoshop layers and settings for a digital painting project?

Accepted Answer

PSD

Answer

The PSD format is Photoshop's native format that retains all layers, masks, adjustment layers, and settings for continued editing.

Question 2

What is the advantage of working in a high resolution (300 DPI) for a digital painting intended for print?

Accepted Answer

It ensures the image has enough pixel density to appear sharp and detailed when printed

Answer

Working at 300 DPI provides sufficient pixel density for print output, ensuring the painting appears sharp without pixelation at the intended print size.

Question 3

In Photoshop, which adjustment layer non-destructively changes the hue and saturation of layers below it?

Accepted Answer

Hue/Saturation

Answer

The Hue/Saturation adjustment layer allows non-destructive changes to hue, saturation, and lightness of all layers beneath it without permanently altering pixels.

Question 4

What does 'DPI' stand for in digital painting, and why does it matter?

Accepted Answer

Dots Per Inch — it defines the pixel density and determines sharpness when printed

Answer

DPI (Dots Per Inch) measures pixel density — higher DPI means more detail per inch, which is critical for ensuring print-quality sharpness.

Question 5

Which Procreate feature allows artists to trace or reference an image beneath their painting by reducing its opacity?

Accepted Answer

Reference layer

Answer

Procreate's Reference layer places a secondary reference image accessible in a floating window or as a locked background to paint over without affecting other layers.

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Digital Painting Digital Painting Software and Workflow