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Step back into a time where sfumato and timeworn patina set the stage for masterpieces.
This new curation of hand painted backgrounds was highly influenced by antiqued backgrounds found in the Old Masters' paintings such as Leonardo Da Vinci and the color palettes of Phillip De Laszlo.
Introducing the "Patinas & Acids (only available in the Curated Collection)," "Lavenders of Olde," and "Meet Me In The Garden" Collections.
These high resolution backdrops were created with the photographer in mind keeping the light source fairly central for easy subject placement.
This unique backgrounds curation has both "DREAMY" and textured selections. "DREAMY" are softer, bokeh filled choices while the the various textured backgrounds have ranges of cracked, lightly encaustic, sfumato, stucco, patina, and acid wash finishes. These beauties will instantly add texture, depth, and interest to any portrait, especially those photographed on a neutral background. For those taken on high key or low key sets, they may also be used! Whether you want to change the background entirely with masking or a green screen setup, or you simply want to change the layer mode these backdrops are highly versatile!
That's a total of 64 backgrounds plus an additional 16 BONUS materials!
These 16 high resolution files also come with the Curated Collection. The smallest side of the smallest file is 3600 pixels!
Download the Curated Collection NowImagery can be used to show off your brand or product. You can optionally link your image to another page.
Adobe Photoshop is Recommended
These high resolution jpegs open in most editing software but it's ideal to work in software that allows you to use layer masks or have layer editing options such as Adobe Photoshop. The smallest side of the smallest background is 4500 pixels.
"As a photographer with a small studio space, it is a lifesaver having so many different digital background overlays to complete my artistic vision without giving up more storage space for backgrounds!"
- Brittney Gobble
When you invest in your education with Heather as a bonus you immediately become part of the "Painterphiles" family! This tight knit tribe supports each other with constructive feedback, encouragement, (historically) accurate troubleshooting, and general help across most things digital! And it's only available to Heather's students.
Let's face it. Even if you're an introvert, you're going to need some constructive feedback to grow. Or you might hit a snag in your journey. This ongoing support will assist!
Use backgrounds designed for large format printing. Her history in painting large scale murals, ceilings, and enormous fantasy backgrounds on walls and canvas have shaped her methods for designing digital backgrounds. The minimum pixel side for the backgrounds collection is 4500 pixels (bonus materials are 3600+).
Reg. $225
Includes:
Patinas & Acids (24) -(Exclusive to Curated Collection 2019)
Meet Me In The Garden (22)
Lavenders of Olde (18)
BONUS Materials (16)
PLUS All Zinger Reference Sheets and All Quick Reference Guides
"With all its excesses, the modern impressionistic movement has given us one discovery, the color violet. It is the only discovery of importance in the art world since Velazquez."
-Joaquin Sorolla)
"This newest set of backgrounds created by Master Painter Heather Michelle is breathtaking. If you love rich color and tonality you simply must get your hands on The Curated Collection! Each background is honestly a work of art by themselves. They have made my personal portrait painting process a breeze! Don't hesitate get them now!"
"As a photographer and digital artist, I rely on Heather's digital backgrounds to help bring my business motto to life: "Dogpatch Pet Portraits: 'where your pet becomes a work of art"
"Heather, these backgrounds and textures are game changers! They're the perfect base for my Laszlo/Kordic style blend! And the zingers! Y'all just wait until you see her zinger color charts! It makes those little splashes of color SO EASY!"
"I'm in LOVE! I just received Heather's Curated Backgrounds and they saved me. My old canvas backdrop is not the best and I always have to tweak it to get it just the way I like. This time, I dropped Neutral Thoughts over the image to create a little more texture, masked out the image, and used the Overlay blend mode. Added the perfect soft texture! Perfection. and so quick! Thank you, Heather!"
"Ok, I bought the Curated Collection and immediately put them to work with a background and texture. I know, I'm addicted!"