Step aboard a magical ship and learn how to create breathtaking storybook composites that transport viewers to whole new worlds. In this course, you will discover how to blend portraiture with imaginative backgrounds, use lighting to guide the story, and integrate whimsical details like animals, props, and cosmic elements for a seamless finish. I will walk you through posing, composition, and the editing techniques that bring fantasy scenes, like a boy and his loyal dog sailing through the stars, to life. By the end, you will have the skills to turn simple portraits into heirloom works of art filled with adventure and wonder.

• What You Will Learn:

  • How to pose subjects in a way that supports storytelling

  • Choosing and blending imaginative backgrounds with portraits

  • Using light and color to create mood and guide the eye

  • Incorporating props, animals, and whimsical details seamlessly

  • Layering and masking techniques for flawless composites

  • Adding depth and dimension so images feel alive

  • Creating painterly textures for a fine art finish

  • Building a cohesive story within a single image

  • Editing tips that transform portraits into heirloom artwork