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Into the Abyss: Dark Fantasy Illustrations
Create captivating dark fantasy art, from the initial idea to the finished piece with 45 video lessons
and 8 hours of content!
Illustration is a skill that can be mastered!
Are you captivated by dark fantasy and looking to bring your imagination to life? Do you love illustrating but lack the techniques to create striking visuals? Are you a self-taught artist wanting to elevate your craft?
Dark fantasy illustration is an art form that anyone can refine!
I designed this course, Into the Abyss: Dark Fantasy Illustration, for art enthusiasts of all levels, from absolute beginners to those already creating. You will learn how to bring dark fantasy worlds to life using digital illustration techniques.
Hi, I'm Dariusz Kieliszek
I am a illustrator and concept artist specialized in horror and dark fantasy illustration.
My work is inspired by horror films, ancient myths and legends, folklore whispers, and the cosmic terror of H.P. Lovecraft. I draw heavily from classical painting techniques, 20th-century fantasy art, and dystopian surrealism to build a visual language that turns dark ideas into vivid, unsettling imagery.
Over the years, I’ve worked across many creative fields - from role-playing game cards like Pathfinder, Kryptig, and Keshanar, to graphic novel characters, music album covers, and fantasy book illustrations. My work has been featured in publications such as ImagineFX and Blood of Gods, and I’ve been fortunate to win international art challenges, including the Character Design Challenge and the Wacom x The Brief art challenge.
But none of that matters if you’re feeling stuck.
If your ideas don’t translate to paper, or your drawings feel almost right but never quite convincing, you’re not alone - I’ve been there. For years, I had to figure everything out on my own, with no guidance or clear path.
That’s why I teach. Not to show off finished artwork, but to break down the process - anatomy, composition, structure- so you can turn vague ideas into strong, intentional dark fantasy drawings.
I created my courses to give you the roadmap I wish I had when I started.
Envision Your Creative Potential
Imagine completing my course and unlocking your ability to create your own
dark fantasy world.
Picture yourself developing the skills to craft inspiring illustrations that help you overcome self-doubt about imperfection.
You might have admired other artists and felt uncertain about creating impactful work. But now, you can see the progress and beauty in your art.
How does that feel?
Today, you can choose to invest in your creative journey. Investing in yourself is a powerful decision that can lead to personal growth and fulfillment.
Art can enrich your imagination and bring happiness. Take the first step today.
In this course, we'll explore various techniques and cover the tools you need to start creating striking dark fantasy illustrations. I'm excited to help you on this creative path.
At The End Of The Course, You'll Be Able To:
Observe
You will learn how to analyze references, including understanding composition, proportions, and perspective in fantasy settings.
Sketch
Acquire new sketching techniques using tools like thumbnails and construction lines to create dynamic compositions and refine ideas.
Illustrate
Digital painting techniques, such as adding color, using textures, and photobashing, will help you bring your dark fantasy to life.
Course Content
The course has 5 modules for 8 hours of learning and practicing. You can pause and replay the videos as much as you want. The course is suitable for all art enthusiasts. It would be best to take the course in order, because it will start from the basics to lessons at a more advanced level.
Practice makes perfect!
MODULE 1
Course Introduction
- Quick introduction
- Materials needed
- What to expect and an overview of the course structure
MODULE 2
Introduction to Dark Fantasy
- My story and inspirations
- What is Dark Fantasy? Horror vs Dark Fantasy
- What’s the difference between Concept Art and Illustration
- Art habits, taking breaks, and the importance of ergonomics
- Photoshop tips, shortcuts, using masks, and selections
MODULE 3
Sketching and Generating Ideas
- How to use references, including Pinterest and PureRef
- Generating ideas using mind maps and references
- Understanding shape language and construction lines in composition
- Composition exercises and studying movie frames
- Sketching thumbnails, refining ideas, and fixing mistakes
MODULE 4
Adding Color
- A few tips on Color Theory
- How to study color and pick a color scheme
- Simple color explorations using emotions
- Adding color to the sketch
MODULE 5
Finalizing the Illustration
- Rendering the illustration
- Using textures for details and photobashing techniques
- Using brushwork and edges to convey mood
- Finishing touches and adding VFX
- Timelapse of the whole rendering process
What My Students Say About Me:
Peter
I really recommend courses from Dariusz. He is a phenomenal illustrator, a very good teacher and always happy to share his knowledge. After the course I felt a huge difference in my drawing. It's really worth it.
Andrea
I highly recommend it if someone feels lost on their artistic path or simply wants to develop more. Even if you are not a big fan of the dark fantasy genre itself, the information and advice you can get from Darek will be useful in any style of drawing / painting.
Fundamentals & Materials
We will look together at the materials, basic techniques, and knowledge needed to begin this journey. Approaching a new technique means first learning how best to use the tools at your disposal.
Practical exercises
Theory is important, but what makes you a true artist is practice... Lots of practice! You'll find lots of exercises to get started with and from which to get inspiration. I will show you some tricks that will make your illustrations truly unique and masterpieces.
Lifetime Access
Once you register for the course, you will have lifetime access and you can watch it whenever you want! This will enable you to better learn even the most difficult notions. You don't have a deadline, you can take the course even for 5 minutes a day! This possibility, doesn't it seem incredible?
Flexibility
This is one of the course's strengths: being able to watch the videos wherever you want, whenever you want, and as many times as you want. The course is available from any device so you can watch the course from the comfort of your home or take a single lesson on the train!
Community of artists
As soon as you sign up for the course, you will join a group of people who, like you, share this passion and are following the same course as you. This means you'll be able to exchange ideas, tips or ask questions because you'll be surrounded by people who love art the same way you do!
My support
On this journey, you will never be alone! You can write to me and you will receive my feedback as soon as possible, so you will always feel supported. Sometimes, approaching digital illustration is not easy. You may feel that you are not enough, but don't worry: I will be there to help you, step by step!
... and much more!
SIGN UP NOWMy painting course will elevate your artistic skills! What's better than improving yourself while having fun? Plus, you will achieve beautiful results in no time.
Let me tell you more about my methodology and the platform structure.
All videos are in FULL HD and you can adjust the speed, audio and quality.
In all my videos, I try to use as many visual elements as possible, such as pictures and references, so you can take some inspiration and you can practice. You can follow each step as I show it to you, and you can comment and compare with other students under each video or in the group so you can resolve any doubts you have and learn new tricks!
The course is designed to be as practical as possible, even teaching you the basics of color and how to use the tools. You can review the lessons as many times as you want, where you want, and when you want!
Doesn't that sound amazing?
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