How to use Layers in Krita for Digital Painting and Concept Art

Get comfy with a coffee; let's learn how to use layers in Krita! This video goes over the basic usage of the Layers Docker, then takes a deeper dive into common workflows used by concept artists and digital illustrators. If you've never opened Krita, this is a great intro video to the layers system. If you know Photoshop or similar apps already, then jump straight to the chapter you need: 00:00 - Intro 00:40 - Layers Docker Walkthrough (Layers Palette) 07:25 - Grouping 10:48 - Alpha Lock (Lock Transparency) 14:10 - Inherit Alpha (Clipping Masks) 21:00 - Inherit Alpha Workflow (Character) 28:10 - Masking 34:55 - Advanced Trick: Filter Layers (Filters but DYNAMIC) 40:30 - Advanced Trick: File Layers (Smart Objects) 52:02 - Outro (Ko-fi and Discord launch!) 👻 KO-FI: https://www.ko-fi.com/sourplanet 🧛‍♂️DISCORD:   / discord   👨‍🎤 SOUR PLANET: New site, now with mentorships! https://www.sour.org