Shading Workflow for Comics - Krita

Discover a detailed, step-by-step tutorial on shading comics in Krita, based on the techniques used in Episode 34 of the webcomic Pepper&Carrot. Learn how to set up an efficient layer stack, use Inherit Alpha and grouping, apply Hard-Light blending mode, color-pick shade colors, and select by color label. Watch a timelapse of the shading process and explore color balance techniques. Gain insights into why specific methods are used and how to implement them quickly in your own workflow. This 18-minute video, created by artist David Revoy, builds upon previous tutorials on inking, flatting with colorize-mask, and color grading for comics.

- Intro
- Demo descripion
- Setup the layer stack
- Inherit Alpha and group
- Hard-Light blending mode
- Color-picking shade color
- Select by color label
- Timelapse shading
- Color balance
- Conclusion