Kurt Jones
PLURALSIGHT AUTHOR
Kurt is a design tutor at Pluralsight. Ever since he could hold a crayon, Kurt has been in love with drawing. Apart from his dedication to training artists at Pluralsight, Kurt has an extensive background in illustration. He has previously worked for a book publisher, as well as Rhythm and Hues Studios. It was through his extensive industry background that Kurt learned the way of the Wacom, and that the Pen tool is truly mightier than the sword.
Along with creating beautiful 2D illustrations, Kurt developed the tutorial pipeline for 2D animation with his extensive catalog of Toon Boom training. Kurt is extremely passionate about training artists and helping them improve their skills every day with the help of Digital-Tutors. So put your sword away and stop fighting against your work, let Kurt introduce you to a new kind of weapon.
Courses Authored
92
Topics Authored
Creative Professional
Total Ratings
460
Avg Course Ratings
4.7
Courses by Kurt
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CourseEnhancing Your Concepts with Textures in PhotoshopRETIREDIntermediate2h 49mDec 21, 2022
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CourseCreating Persuasive Imagery Through Photo-manipulation in PhotoshopRETIREDIntermediate2h 1mDec 16, 2022
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CourseIndie Game Development Pipeline Volume 1: Visual DevelopmentRETIREDBeginner2h 17mDec 09, 2022
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CourseFull Body Photo Manipulation and Retouching in PhotoshopRETIREDBeginner2h 26mDec 09, 2022
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CourseCreating Natural Media Brushes in PhotoshopRETIREDBeginner1h 2mDec 09, 2022
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CourseThe Power of Healing in PhotoshopRETIREDBeginner59mDec 01, 2022
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CourseRestoring Old and Damaged Photos in PhotoshopRETIREDIntermediate1h 59mDec 01, 2022
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CourseTraditional Animation Techniques in Toon Boom HarmonyRETIREDBeginner2h 26mJul 31, 2021
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CourseGetting Under the Skin with Virtual Tattoos in PhotoshopRETIREDBeginner1h 31mJul 31, 2021
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CourseCreating Foliage Brushes for Digital IllustrationRETIREDIntermediate1h 51mJul 31, 2021
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CourseSubmerging a Scene Through Photo ManipulationRETIREDIntermediate1h 51mJul 31, 2021
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CoursePrinciples for Establishing Character AgeRETIREDBeginner1h 29mJul 31, 2021
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CourseDeveloping Enemy Archetypes for GamesRETIREDIntermediate2h 42mJul 31, 2021
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CourseDeveloping Creature Concepts for GamesRETIREDIntermediate2h 5mJul 31, 2021
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CourseCreating a Walk Cycle with Deformer Bones in Toon Boom Animate ProRETIREDIntermediate1h 5mJul 31, 2021
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CourseIllustrating Form and Folds for ClothingRETIREDIntermediate1h 34mJul 31, 2021
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CourseCharacter Lip Syncing in Toon Boom HarmonyRETIREDBeginner51mJul 31, 2021
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CourseCharacter Rigging with Deformers in Toon Boom HarmonyRETIREDIntermediate1h 45mJul 31, 2021
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CourseEnvisioning Your Fantasy Characters Through Photo ManipulationRETIREDIntermediate3h 5mJul 31, 2021
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CourseAnimating a Water Splash in HarmonyRETIREDAdvanced1h 14mJul 31, 2021
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CourseAnimating a Walking Quadruped in Toon Boom Harmony PremiumRETIREDIntermediate1h 48mJul 31, 2021
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CourseAnimating a Multi-Plane Scene in Toon Boom Animate ProRETIREDBeginner47mJul 31, 2021
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CourseFoundational Elements of Art for the Rest of Your LifeRETIREDBeginner1h 50mJul 31, 2021
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CourseAge Progression in PhotoshopRETIREDIntermediate1h 57mJul 31, 2021
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CourseCapturing the Human Form Through Figure DrawingRETIREDIntermediate1h 51mJul 31, 2021
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CourseCapturing the Essence of CaricaturesRETIREDIntermediate1h 11mJul 31, 2021
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CoursePlaying with Fire Through Photo ManipulationRETIREDIntermediate2h 13mJul 31, 2021
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CourseWorking with 3D in Storyboard ProRETIREDAdvanced1h 12mJul 31, 2021
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CourseWorking with 3D in Toon Boom HarmonyRETIREDAdvanced1h 58mJul 31, 2021
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CourseToon Boom Harmony Effects Reference LibraryRETIREDAdvanced7h 21mJul 31, 2021
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CourseEssential Tools for Beginning Animation in MODORETIREDBeginner1h 17mJul 31, 2021
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CourseRigging Your First Character in MODO-701RETIREDIntermediate3h 28mJul 31, 2021
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CourseIntroduction to Animation in MODORETIREDBeginner2h 20mJul 31, 2021
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CourseIntroduction to Character Rigging in Toon Boom HarmonyRETIREDBeginner1h 19mJul 31, 2021
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CourseIntroduction to Character Design in Toon Boom HarmonyRETIREDBeginner1h 43mJul 31, 2021
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CourseIntroduction to Walk Cycles in Toon Boom HarmonyRETIREDBeginner1h 19mJul 31, 2021
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CourseIntroduction to Toon Boom Harmony PremiumRETIREDBeginner5h 41mJul 31, 2021
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CourseIntroduction to Toon Boom Animate ProRETIREDBeginner2h 57mJul 31, 2021
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CourseIntroduction to Particles in Toon Boom HarmonyRETIREDIntermediate2h 26mJul 31, 2021
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CourseIntroduction to Key Frame Animation in Toon Boom HarmonyRETIREDBeginner1h 16mJul 31, 2021
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CourseInterior Lighting Manipulation in PhotoshopRETIREDIntermediate1h 37mJul 31, 2021
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CourseDrawing and Painting Clouds for Digital IllustrationRETIREDIntermediate1h 55mJul 31, 2021
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CourseDrawing Life Through Line and FormRETIREDBeginner1h 25mJul 31, 2021
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CourseMethods for Creating a Low Poly Portrait in IllustratorRETIREDBeginner57mJul 31, 2021
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CourseMethods for Drawing the Human HeadRETIREDBeginner1h 9mJul 31, 2021
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CourseMethods for Drawing the Human EarRETIREDBeginner1h 1mJul 31, 2021
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CourseMethods for Drawing the Human HandRETIREDBeginner1h 18mJul 31, 2021
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Course12 Principles of Animation in Toon Boom HarmonyRETIREDBeginner2h 18mJul 31, 2021
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CourseUnderstanding the Pen Tool in PhotoshopRETIREDBeginner1h 1mJul 31, 2021
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CourseProducing Striking Caricatures in PhotoshopRETIREDIntermediate1h 59mJul 31, 2021
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CourseIntroduction to Light Shading in Harmony PremiumRETIREDIntermediate2h 2mJul 31, 2021
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CourseCreating a Walk Cycle in MODORETIREDBeginner3h 2mJul 31, 2021
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CourseDeformers Reference Library in MODORETIREDBeginner1h 48mJul 31, 2021
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CourseUtilizing the Morphing Features in Toon Boom HarmonyRETIREDIntermediate2h 31mJul 31, 2021
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CourseUtilizing the Morphing Features in Toon Boom Harmony PremiumRETIREDIntermediate1h 27mJul 31, 2021
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CourseCollaborative Workflows in Storyboard ProRETIREDIntermediate1h 14mJul 31, 2021
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CourseComposition for the Creative ArtistRETIREDBeginner2h 18mJul 31, 2021
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CourseCreating a 2D Avatar from a Photo ReferenceRETIREDIntermediate1h 40mFeb 28, 2019
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CourseMethods for Painting Realistic Skin TonesRETIREDBeginner1h 53mFeb 28, 2019
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CourseRecoloring Artwork in IllustratorRETIREDIntermediate34mNov 27, 2018
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CourseDrawing Female Proportions and Surface AnatomyRETIREDBeginner58mOct 26, 2018
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CourseCreating Templates in IllustratorRETIREDBeginner46mOct 01, 2018
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CourseConceptualizing Landscape Designs in PhotoshopRETIREDIntermediate2h 33mSep 04, 2018
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CoursePainting Female Hairstyles in PhotoshopRETIREDIntermediate1h 38mSep 04, 2018
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CourseGrayscale Shading and Non-Destructive Coloring Techniques for Photoshop ArtistsRETIREDBeginner1h 17mSep 04, 2018
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CourseSketching Dynamic Action Poses in PhotoshopRETIREDIntermediate2h 19mSep 04, 2018
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CourseDigitally Painting Forest Concepts in PhotoshopRETIREDIntermediate2h 2mSep 04, 2018
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CourseDesigning Otherworldly Creatures in PhotoshopRETIREDIntermediate2h 33mAug 01, 2018
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CourseShape Based Character Design in PhotoshopRETIREDBeginner1h 10mAug 01, 2018
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CourseConceptualizing Products for Industrial Design in PhotoshopRETIREDBeginner1h 44mAug 01, 2018
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CourseDrawing the Human Eye in PhotoshopRETIREDBeginner1h 11mAug 01, 2018
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CourseDrawing Creative Character Expressions in PhotoshopRETIREDBeginner2h 16sAug 01, 2018
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CourseDigitally Painting Armor and Attire for Character Designs in PhotoshopRETIREDBeginner2h 52mAug 01, 2018
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CourseResurrecting Extinct Creatures in PhotoshopRETIREDIntermediate2h 4mJul 02, 2018
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CourseIllustrative Storytelling Development in PhotoshopRETIREDIntermediate2h 13mJul 02, 2018
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CourseAge-Defying Techniques for Portrait Retouching in PhotoshopRETIREDIntermediate1h 27mJul 02, 2018
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CourseDrawing Phoneme Mouth Expressions in PhotoshopRETIREDBeginner1h 28mJul 02, 2018
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CourseCreating Atmospheric Depth for Illustrations in PhotoshopRETIREDBeginner1h 2mJun 01, 2018
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CourseDrawing Rock Formations in PhotoshopRETIREDBeginner2h 35mJun 01, 2018
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CourseSketching Appealing Animals in PhotoshopRETIREDBeginner1h 40mJun 01, 2018
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CourseTraditional Animation Techniques in PhotoshopRETIREDBeginner2h 20mMay 01, 2018
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CourseFacial Retouching and Manipulation in PhotoshopRETIREDIntermediate1h 53mMay 01, 2018
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CourseAnimation and Video Editing in Photoshop CS6RETIREDBeginner1h 6mApr 02, 2018
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CourseEnhancing Environment Concepts with 3D Paint-overs in SketchUp and PhotoshopRETIREDIntermediate2h 23mApr 02, 2018
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CourseIllustrating a Fantasy Pinup in PhotoshopRETIREDBeginner3h 31mFeb 02, 2018
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CourseConceptualizing Interior Designs in PhotoshopRETIREDIntermediate2h 9mFeb 02, 2018
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CourseDramatic Image Relighting in PhotoshopRETIREDBeginner1h 16mFeb 02, 2018
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CourseExploring Layer Effects and Styles in PhotoshopRETIREDBeginner1h 44mNov 29, 2017
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CourseOptimizing Images for the Web in PhotoshopRETIREDBeginner40mNov 29, 2017
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CourseWorkflow Tips for Web Design in PhotoshopRETIREDBeginner1h 4mNov 27, 2017
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Course2D Racing Game Series in Unity: Volume 2RETIREDIntermediate1h 47mJun 02, 2017
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CourseCreative Perspective Techniques for Artists in Photoshop CS6RETIREDIntermediate1h 44mSep 08, 2016