By Aaron Rutten

Learn how to use any reference photo to paint amazing digital portraits using Corel Painter without cloning or auto painting. Painter Master Aaron Rutten paints a self-portrait while describing his process so you can follow along. Impress your friends and family with the portrait painting skills you’ll learn in this easy-to-follow guide.

In this final section, Aaron finishes with some fine details. He adds bright highlights to create natural lighting and draws in texture.

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