Hamish Frater kicks off his workshop with a lesson that introduces the narrative concept, scale theory, and reference inspiration before jumping into the digital painting. He demonstrates his loose Multiply pass technique using large textured brushes, laying down initial color patterning and rust before executing a dramatic clean-up mask to snap the mech's silhouette into focus.

Duration: 12m 37s

In this second lesson, Hamish transitions from chaotic textures to defined hard-surface forms using hard-edged chisel brushes. With an introduction to the 1, 2, 3 technique, he shows how to sculpt and bring out forms, separate materials, add narrative battle wear and tear, and how to use a duplicated grayscale Overlay pass as a workflow safety net to instantly restore lost lighting and structural values.

Duration: 15m 50s

In this third and final lesson, Hamish completes the illustration by painting in the finer details of rust, hydraulic oil leaks, and ground-level grime. He shows how to add specular highlights and subtle reflections to portray the metallic materials. Using Photoshop Levels and Color Balance to harmonize values, create realistic color contrasts, and enhance the final graphical read, Hamish finalizes the illustration and briefly reflects on the work completed.

Duration: 11m 23s