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Tablet Practice 3 (Part 5 [FINAL] - Shading)
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I apply a small bit of shading, and I think I'm just about done!
I tried adding some shading inside his ears; it's an iteresting perspective in terms of trying to draw it right vs. where the light is shining on the subject. For now, I think I did okay with the shading (but I feel there's always room for improvement).
I really like how his new hairstyle came out (especially considering I applied taprered lines on most part of his headshot). It's fairly wispy but neutral; it's not like it's in the wind or anything (at least that was my intention). I wouldn't mind drawing him in this style again.
However, greater threats may await me in the future: lighting and the dreaded 3/4 view. Considering I've rarely attempted stuff like that in my traditional sketches and have never attempted it once with digital artwork. Then again, I've only had this tablet for about 2-3 months and have only used it a couple of times. I mean, I'm impressed with how far I've come after seldom usage, but those aforementioned obstacles still pose a challenge.
*shudder*
Does anyone know any tips for them?
For that matter, do you think I'm doing a good job drawing muzzles (especially with a tablet)?
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TOOLS USED
Wacom Bamboo Splash Pen Surface Tablet (CTL-470)
Paint Tool SAI (Version 1.1.0)
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I apply a small bit of shading, and I think I'm just about done!
I tried adding some shading inside his ears; it's an iteresting perspective in terms of trying to draw it right vs. where the light is shining on the subject. For now, I think I did okay with the shading (but I feel there's always room for improvement).
I really like how his new hairstyle came out (especially considering I applied taprered lines on most part of his headshot). It's fairly wispy but neutral; it's not like it's in the wind or anything (at least that was my intention). I wouldn't mind drawing him in this style again.
However, greater threats may await me in the future: lighting and the dreaded 3/4 view. Considering I've rarely attempted stuff like that in my traditional sketches and have never attempted it once with digital artwork. Then again, I've only had this tablet for about 2-3 months and have only used it a couple of times. I mean, I'm impressed with how far I've come after seldom usage, but those aforementioned obstacles still pose a challenge.
*shudder*
Does anyone know any tips for them?
For that matter, do you think I'm doing a good job drawing muzzles (especially with a tablet)?
*****
TOOLS USED
Wacom Bamboo Splash Pen Surface Tablet (CTL-470)
Paint Tool SAI (Version 1.1.0)
Category Artwork (Digital) / General Furry Art
Species Lion
Size 1024 x 1024px
File Size 260.4 kB
I've been doing a lot of experimentation as well on different computer programs. I have been using photoshop and illustrator mainly. (from my school's computer since the programs cost a lot :P)
My usual approach to something like this is to sketch it out on paper and then scan that sketch into a program to work off of. Sometimes i use a tablet and sometimes not.
Here, I think the hair came out great and you understood the shading. I like how you revised your old sketch/illustration and moved his eye to the right a bit. I think you should definitely go for the 3/4 view. Have some sort of reference and go. You will learn A LOT from just looking and mimicking. And if you mess up, you will understand why and get better at the next attempt.
Also, definitely play around with expressions! They are fun! :)
My usual approach to something like this is to sketch it out on paper and then scan that sketch into a program to work off of. Sometimes i use a tablet and sometimes not.
Here, I think the hair came out great and you understood the shading. I like how you revised your old sketch/illustration and moved his eye to the right a bit. I think you should definitely go for the 3/4 view. Have some sort of reference and go. You will learn A LOT from just looking and mimicking. And if you mess up, you will understand why and get better at the next attempt.
Also, definitely play around with expressions! They are fun! :)
Ah, yes, I'm familiar with Illustrator (I currently have it on Student/Teacher One-Year plan right now). And I actually have Photoshop CS5 to call my very own on here.
Sketch on paper first, huh? That's not a bad idea. I could give it a shot...
I never noticed that I moved his eye at all. If anything, I just redid the lineart for it.
Thank you very much for your compliments and critique. You really think I should try that 3/4 view? I can always plan some sort of idea or reference off to the side as I work on such a view if I do. Learning from mimicking's not a bad thing. Heck, watching anime and cartoons was how I ended up liking imitating its style. And I fully understand as far as learning from my mistakes; attempting to correct my screw-ups is an effective way to learn!
I'll be sure to have fun trying out different expressions as well (one I get more comfortable drawing muzzles at least).
Sketch on paper first, huh? That's not a bad idea. I could give it a shot...
I never noticed that I moved his eye at all. If anything, I just redid the lineart for it.
Thank you very much for your compliments and critique. You really think I should try that 3/4 view? I can always plan some sort of idea or reference off to the side as I work on such a view if I do. Learning from mimicking's not a bad thing. Heck, watching anime and cartoons was how I ended up liking imitating its style. And I fully understand as far as learning from my mistakes; attempting to correct my screw-ups is an effective way to learn!
I'll be sure to have fun trying out different expressions as well (one I get more comfortable drawing muzzles at least).
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