Painting Historical Fiction

Learn to create classical-style paintings using modern digital techniques under the guidance of Marco Gorlei. This course covers how to develop rich textures, incorporate authentic historical details, and adopt research-driven workflows that ground your artwork in historical accuracy. You’ll work through the process of building historically informed images from concept to completion.

By the end of the course, you’ll have produced a portfolio-ready masterpiece that demonstrates your ability to blend classical painting traditions with contemporary digital tools. The curriculum emphasizes both technical execution and the thoughtful research practices necessary to bring historical fiction to life visually.