A few weeks ago, I shared tutorials on how to draw Eyes and Female Heads. A patron called Tando, left a comment asking for male heads, so today let's continue these series by addressing three different types of male heads!
The three different types of male heads will be square, triangular, and circular, viewed from two pers...
2024-02-27 19:38:28 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello! Here is the full-length process video: https://youtu.be/RnBAWP89bX0
I wanted to create something lean and quick in terms of technique, so I chose a topic my followers seem to like, which is a dark tone with sea animals. This allowed me to weigh the effort on the idea rather than the execution. I searched for octop...
2024-02-24 17:00:11 +0000 UTC View Post
The other day, someone asked me how I'm not burned out. That's my secret; I always am. Jokes aside, this is a serious topic. I've noticed many of your requests relate to mental health issues such as art block, depression, and so on. It's no longer just about skills, but the motivation to start or continue in this field. Therefore, I've been considering starting a series to address issues like t...
2024-02-23 21:03:07 +0000 UTC View Post
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I accidentally deleted this post, so here you have it again.
Working as an artist is not an easy task. The competition is fierce, and it's often unclear what the best strategy is for securing a job, especially since we all face unique challenges. In today's article, I'd like to discuss the most common reasons why artists fail to secure employment and offer some straigh...
2024-02-22 12:32:38 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey everyone! As you requested, today I'm sharing with you two process videos: one full length (https://youtu.be/8zA_aGKKMTw) and one short, sped up with my voiceover explaining the process behind the concept development of my last illustration, "Cleanup." Please find attached the PSD file in case you are curious about this il...
2024-02-21 17:00:14 +0000 UTC View Post
This was an actual request from one of you through our last survey: "Learning how to design things from an anthropomorphic angle. I feel that design is shown a lot without actually being talked about online."
Creating anthropomorphic versions of objects or animals, in simple terms, is understanding what their function is, their visual characteristics, and their most commonly know...
2024-02-20 20:30:47 +0000 UTC View Post
A few weeks ago, I saw a movie called Closer (2004) with Natalie Portman, in which she is a stripper involved in a drama. There is a particular scene where she wears a pink wig, and I like it. It's not the first time the hairstyle of that wig captures my attention, plus the pink was very iconic, in my opinion. It was only yesterday that, seeing references to sweets, for some reason, I ...
2024-02-17 16:57:31 +0000 UTC View Post
Hey, in the last survey, many of you suggested addressing more shape drawing techniques, so in today's tutorial, I'll guide you through seven simple steps to achieve a similar aesthetic that I often have in my female characters.
I've touched on this topic in the past but not as detailed as today, making the explanation so streamlined and easy that by the end of this tutorial, you would be...
2024-02-16 17:33:40 +0000 UTC View Post
Hello everyone, here is the process video, file, and brief insights of TRASH TALK, my latest illustration.
Everyone has seen or had a garbage bag, so I wanted to bring a character out of that. Having only one character with a black outfit, I thought would be too simple, so I searched for a picture with a garbage bag that "shared company" with another object. Eventually, I ...
2024-02-14 17:00:24 +0000 UTC View Post
The other day, I was having a conversation with one of my patrons, and he asked about how to study colors. In today's post, I want to share the approach I proposed to her so others like you can try out.
Her question was:
How can I effectively practice color theory and sketching as a self-taught artist without an art background? I'm struggling to find the right resources to impro...
2024-02-13 21:20:30 +0000 UTC View Post
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A few days ago, one of my patrons named "voodiedoodie" asked me how I draw eyes, something that is not the first time I've been questioned about. So, in today's post, I want to briefly share my most common eye expressions and styles, when I use them, and how you can simply draw them as well. After you read this article, I challenge you to try drawing one of these eyes...
2024-02-09 18:04:40 +0000 UTC View Post
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Here is the process video, file, and brief insights of SHELL, my latest illustration. These kinds of articles are often split into two parts: the concept, where I share the idea behind the piece, and the execution, where I explain the technical aspects like shapes, colors, and value choices. I hope you find this useful; have a great read.
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Here is the process video, file, and brief insights of FIRE UP, my latest illustration. These kinds of articles are often split into two parts: the concept, where I share the idea behind the piece, and the execution, where I explain the technical aspects like shapes, colors, and value choices. I hope you find this useful; h...
2024-02-03 17:00:14 +0000 UTC View Post
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I believe ideas can be conveyed in a few words, and that's what this article aims to do. It encapsulates the essence of every article posted this month, so if anything piques your interest, consider subscribing to dive deeper and join the discussion ;).
Also, for patrons looking to maximize their time and stay informed about the essential insights from...
2024-02-02 23:34:30 +0000 UTC View Post
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Here is the process video, file, and brief insights of FISHING, my latest illustration. These kinds of articles are often split into two parts: the concept, where I share the idea behind the piece, and the execution, where I explain the technical aspects like shapes, colors, and value choices. I hope you find this useful; hav...
2024-01-31 17:00:16 +0000 UTC View Post
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Creating gestures with poses is a great challenge for artists, today, let's talk about that! Especially how I come up with the ones I use for my illustrations and characters. This is a process well documented in posts that contain video processes, but for those patrons who currently don't have access to those posts, I'd like to briefly explain my approach to this particular ...
2024-01-30 21:30:26 +0000 UTC View Post
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Here is the process video, file, and brief insights of FLUFFY, my latest illustration. These kinds of articles are often split into two parts: the concept, where I share the idea behind the piece, and the execution, where I explain the technical aspects like shapes, colors, and value choices. I hope you find this useful; hav...
2024-01-27 17:00:09 +0000 UTC View Post
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I often get asked about how I come up with my ideas and where I find inspiration. The truth is, it's pretty straightforward and doesn't rely on luck or some secret source. Actually, it's something you can start doing right now, no matter your level of expertise or your skills in drawing or painting. Let's dive in:
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Here is the process video, file, and brief insights of WAKE UP, my latest illustration. These kinds of articles are often split into two parts: the concept, where I share the idea behind the piece, and the execution, where I explain the technical aspects like shapes, colors, and value choices. I hope you find this useful; ha...
2024-01-24 17:00:26 +0000 UTC View Post
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I've been sharing tips on how to study fabric and how to render cloth but not on how to approach shapes in cloth folds from imagination. Props to one patron named 'Pod' for dropping thi...
2024-01-23 23:31:39 +0000 UTC View Post
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Here is the process video, file, and brief insights of DUEL, my latest illustration. These kinds of articles are often split into two parts: the concept, where I share the idea behind the piece, and the execution, where I explain the technical aspects like shapes, colors, and value choices. I hope you find this useful; have a...
2024-01-20 17:00:13 +0000 UTC View Post
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Based on my learning experience and the questions I've received, these are the three most common reasons why artists fail to learn anatomy. Let's address them today.
Human anatomy is inherently complex, with intricate details, proportions, and variations. Artists may find it challenging to understand a...
2024-01-19 22:52:35 +0000 UTC View Post
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Here is the process video, file, and brief insights of MELT, my latest illustration. These kinds of articles are often split into two parts: the concept, where I share the idea behind the piece, and the execution, where I explain the technical aspects like shapes, colors, and value choices. I hope you find this useful; have a...
2024-01-17 17:00:12 +0000 UTC View Post
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Lately, I've been trying to address more mental health issues by sharing my daily routine for staying productive and how I personally deal with anxiety. Although these are not technical a...
2024-01-16 18:08:09 +0000 UTC View Post
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Here is the process video, file, and brief insights of SHOW, my latest illustration. These kinds of articles are often split into two parts: the concept, where I share the idea behind the piece, and the execution, where I explain the technical aspects like shapes, colors, and value choices. I hope you find this useful; have ...
2024-01-13 17:34:15 +0000 UTC View Post
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I've been sharing tips on how to learn perspective, but today I want to share how you can build depth using those perspective tips as well as values and colors!
What is depth?
Depth, in the visual context, is all about creating the illusion of a three-dimensional space on a flat surface, like in a photograph, painting, or on a screen. This techni...
2024-01-12 18:30:10 +0000 UTC View Post
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Here is the process video, file, and brief insights of SPY, my latest illustration. These kinds of articles are often split into two parts: the concept, where I share the idea behind the piece, and the execution, where I explain the technical aspects like shapes, colors, and value choices. I hope you find this useful; have a...
2024-01-10 16:45:49 +0000 UTC View Post
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Many people have asked me this in the past, 'Should I Pursue an Academic Education or Learn by Myself?' or even 'Should I Quit My Art School?'. I assume this is a question often asked by beginner artists who still don't know what the best option is or don't have access to the resources needed to pay for education at an institution. If you have similar doubts in today's post,...
2024-01-09 18:04:32 +0000 UTC View Post
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Here is the process video, file, and brief insights of 'hot', my latest illustration. These kinds of articles are often split into two parts: the concept, where I share the idea behind the piece, and the execution, where I explain the technical aspects like shapes, colors, and value choices. I hope you find this useful; have a great read. 2024-01-06 16:56:15 +0000 UTC View Post
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Last week, in the article about How to Practice! I shared ideas on how to optimize rendering, which led to the practice of values. I didn't delve more into it due to its complexity and its ties to the artist's personal experience and exploration. The smart use of v...
2024-01-05 20:34:32 +0000 UTC View Post