Hot Drawing & Illustration How-Tos
How To: Draw Dib from Invader Zim
This is a video posted by a happy emo girl, like its nickname says, which describes how to draw Dib from the well-known American animated television series, Invader Zim. The drawing is very simple if you watch the video carefully. She starts drawing the head, then the haircut which is very funny. The music is annoying and loud, and the voice is not very clear, so you'll have to be attentive at those messages which appear on the screen because they are very useful instructions. If you'll follo...
How To: Draw manga/anime characters in love
Ever thought it was hard or impossible to draw the manga characters with emotions? Minicustom, a very skilled manga sketcher, will take you through all the steps to create your dream manga character using modern sketching techniques to create authentic professional looking manga art work. Through this you learn everything you need to know about manga sketching and the ease of this sketching than previously thought.
How To: Draw a cartoon violin
This video is about how to draw a cartoon violin. For this you have to remember only a very few easy steps that are the following: (1)Draw a base for the violin. (2)Draw a chin rest. (3)Draw the neck. (4)Draw strings for the cartoon violin. (4)Add graphics, such as outlining the base one more time, making simple designs. Your cartoon violin is ready in just a very few simple steps. Its benefit is viewers can learn the easiest steps to draw a violin.
How To: Draw a one piece bathing suit
Michael Weisner, a graphic designer and computer animator teaches us how to draw a one piece bathing suit. He starts off by drawing the basic body shape of the bikini. He drew a basic outline of the bathing suit in order to save time, and for the rest of the video he uses a marker to highlight his strokes. In this video, Michael does not narrate much but rather he slowly draws his strokes as to make it easy for the viewer to follow.
How To: Draw Sakura from Naruto
In this video, learn how to sketch the female anime character, Sakura. Sakura is a manga character from Naruto. She is a very beautiful and popular anime cartoon, and if you follow along with the step by step presented in this tutorial you will be able to draw her like a professional cartoonist. This video breaks down the drawing process into sections, making it easier to understand. Grab a pencil and start sketching, soon you will be designing your very own manga.
How To: Draw a figure proportionally
One of the hardest things in figure drawing to master is proportion, but in this video Sheldon shows you how to the draw a figure proportionally. Using the head size as unit of measure, Sheldon will teach how many heads there are in a human figure drawing, a cartoon figure drawing and even in a super hero drawing. After watching this video you will have a firm grasp on the skills needed to draw a figure proportionally every time you put pencil to paper.
How To: Draw a female character in manga
This is a instructional video on how to draw a female character in drawing. It is a step by step video tutorial. It is drawing and sketching female character step by step. First start the drawing from face. Eyes, eyebrows and face outlines are drawn first. Then draw back with a ward rope. You should use rough sketch and also constructional lines wherever needed. You should be very careful while drawing the eyes, nose and the hair. You can use shadows when needed. Then complete the ward rope G...
How To: Draw cartoon girl clothing
Michael, a graphic designer, teaches us how to draw a cartoon girl's clothing. He draws this image in some light shaded pencil. He draws her hair, ear and the basic outline of her face. He then draws her basic build which is her chest, her arms and her legs. He uses a marker to highlight his strokes. He uses clean, precise, straight strokes and when drawing cartoon figures, this type of drawing technique is highly recommended. After drawing the girl, you can go ahead and decorate her clothing!
How To: Draw Evee from Pokemon
This video explains how to draw Eevee from Pokémon. Start with two circle shapes, one for the head and one for the body. The shape for the body is a little misshapen as you see here. You will then draw the facial guidelines and then draw the lines for the large pointed ears. You will draw in the inner shape of Eevee's ears as you see them here, then draw out the circular eyes using the facial guidelines you drew in step one. Color in the eyes and make sure you leave white to add that glazed l...
How To: Draw a female anime face in profile
In this how to draw video the artist shows us how to draw an anime face in profile. The artist explains to she doesn't use guidelines to draw the profile, though some people do. She tells us that she used to have a very hard time drawing profiles at first, but practiced a lot and studied profiles so that she was able to get better at it. She says that with hair she likes to draw loosely and lightly. While she talks she continues to draw and demonstrates as she explains. She suggest practicing...
How To: Easily draw a cartoon horse
In this video you learn the basics of how to draw a cartoon horse. The basic structure is laid out in a series of simple geometric shapes, lines and scribbles.
How To: Easily draw a horse
Drawing of a horse is broken down into a helpful series of tips and tricks in this nice, succinct tutorial video. Step 1, the video describes the use of ovals and other simple shapes, to begin to plan the overall structure, for later. Step 2, around those ovals and simple shapes; begin a rudimentary outline of the horse you're trying to draw. Using the example given, see what's possible, and begin to erase your ovals and other structure-assisting shapes, in the middle, giving you now your act...
How To: Draw Chibi-style anime characters
This is a detailed, step by step instructional video on how to draw an anime cartoon character. The video is perfect for beginners and shows the proper way to draw. The instructor is very easy to understand and moves at a pace that is easily followed by novice drawers. From the beginning of the picture to the final details the video is clear, concise and leaves the viewer hungry for more lessons. If you are interested in learning how to draw cartoons but not sure how to start, this video is t...
How To: Draw a manga girl with long hair
This how-to video demonstrates a method for drawing a female character in a Japanese manga style. Starting with her eyes, the artist works step-by-step to create a sketch of the girl's facial features. Then the drawing is given more depth and detail as long hair is added. The girl's shoulders and short-sleeved shirt are drawn in, then the shirt is given details such as patterned trim. The drawing is given more depth and perspective through the use of pencil shading.
How To: Draw Charmander from Pokemon
Pokémon is a worldwide phenomenon, and Charmander is one of its biggest characters. In this brief tutorial, our video host shows us exactly how he draws the fire breathing lizard. Beginning with the head, he then goes through the eyes, and finally the body and tail, instructing us to pay special attention to getting the flame, that is the tip of any Charmander tail, just right. Sketching is not as hard as it looks, and watching this video and learning by doing, you'll be well on your way to b...
How To: Draw a cartoon monkey head step by step
In this video, viewers are taught how to draw a monkey character in a simple cartoon style. Starting with basic circular shapes, the artist shows how to build up detail until you have a recognizable image. This simple how-to would be good for younger viewers who are learning the basics of drawing and cartooning. After watching this video, they will have learned that more complicated pictures can be built up starting from simple shapes.
Draw anime or manga emotions: anger
Learning to sketch can be a frustrating process for even the most experienced artist. In this easy to follow guide, you will learn to draw your favorite anime or manga character to express that annoyed feeling you get from having to erase! The artist makes sketching and shading angered features on the characters seem like a breeze, and in no time flat you'll be sketching your own characters without the previous hassle! He demonstrates all kinds of faces, from simple scrunched up annoyance to ...
How To: Write the letter P in calligraphy copperplate
This video demonstrates how to write the letter P in calligraphy copperplate. The technique that is illustrated in this video show you the proper way draw the letter P effectively and beautifully. The video first shows you how to draw the capitalized letter P. The first step is to create a slightly S-curved stroke downward from the top margin to the bottom-middle margin--thickness in the middle. You end the line with a curled tail. To complete the letter you then have to draw a looping, curle...
How To: Draw a monkey head with a colored marker
Just follow these eight steps to draw the monkey head: Step 1: First, we need to draw a big circle.
How To: Draw a bottlenose dolphin with Jan Brett
Learn how to draw the best known dolphin: the bottlenose, getting information on the animal at the same time! Jan Brett demonstrates how to draw a dolphin easily by breaking it down and beginning with simple familiar shapes. On the educational side, she tells you a ton of information about the dolphin, its mammal characteristics, the details of its body including its dorsal fin, well-developed beak-like jaw, size, and much more! A great how-to video, beautiful and informative.
How To: Draw a flat shoe
This tutorial video will help the beginners in drawing. The Tutor will show how to draw a flat shoe in three simple steps:
How To: Draw a moodily lit face
How to draw a face in MS Paint. The video is obviously made by a professional, it shows a sped up replay of a man using MS Paint to draw a very well done face. He starts with the basic outlines, then moves into coloration and shading. Notice all of the shading is done in unison and correlates with a particular direction that remains the same with all shading properties. Also take note of the fact, that the colors and lines are blending together, that the detail isn't as sharp as a high resolu...
How To: Draw manga/anime girls
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw a manga girl. He uses a Photoshop-like program on the computer to generate this character. He starts off the picture by starting off with a basic shape for the body and face. He uses light sketching, before using more thick lines to create the details of her face and body. He draws a lot of lines, to make sure that the girl is symmetrical. He makes it look even more elaborate, to parts such as the hair and face, by layering multiple details.
How To: Layout a comic book page
Are you an aspiring comic book artist? In this two-part video tutorial, learn some skills on how to layout a comic book page. Different ways to layout your comic pages are gone over.
How To: Draw multiple manga facial expressions
Koizu brings you another lesson in how to draw manga. He describes how he begins with the eyes as guidelines that are used as the base for each facial expression. This immediately begins to capture and illustrate the specific expression for which you are going. Multiple facial features are illustrated in the manga style of drawing and range anywhere from angry to happy and beyond. This video will definitely either teach you how to draw the facial expressions using simple features or help you ...
How To: Draw a labrador retriever
In this video 2D Illustrator Michael Weisner of Hawk vs. Pigeon Productions keeps it old school and shows you how to draw a Labrador Retriever. Sick of all this 3D media going around, want to some classical training, with simply using a pencil, no fancy computers. This video shows you step by step everything you have to know and do to achieve a realistic and fun drawing of a lovable golden Labrador Retriever. Feel lucky to be guided by such talent maybe a thing or two will rub off. Remember t...
How To: Simply draw the face of a girl in anime
This is a sped up video on how to draw a female anime face. The artist begins by drawing the cheeks and jaw line. Then the neck is made. Next the artist makes long side-bangs that cover a portion of her face. A lot of his time and detail is spent on making the hair at this point. It is very choppy with defined pieces at the ends. During the hair process, an ear and a headband are drawn. When the hair is finished, the artist begins working on the eyebrows, nose, and eyes. The eyes seem to requ...
How To: Draw a Hummer
Whatever your views on the environment and fossil fuel emissions might be, you have to admit Hummers are pretty complicated looking vehicles. That's why it will be all too impressive when you show your friends how to draw one. You'll some skills and, I hate to say it, a good amount of patience, but an awesome Hummer drawing in just eight steps away! This video will show you the best way to draw a Hummer.
How To: Draw basic desert animals
In under five minutes, illustrator Michael Weisner demonstrates how to draw a trio of cartoon desert animals and it's easy to see how you can take the methods he shows you and apply it to drawing all kinds of creatures. With a few well-chosen strokes of a black felt pen, you can be the one bringing cartoon rattlesnakes, prairie dogs and lizards to life. Succinct, clear and well-presented, this video is an unfussy look at some basic but impressive drawing methods that anyone can use, be they a...
How To: Draw the front view structure of a face in anime
This video describes how to draw an anime face viewed from the front. Anime faces are enjoyed by everyone because they depict unique personalities. Anyone can draw an anime face using their imagination. These steps make it simple:
How To: Use illustration markers to add color to a drawing
Illustration markers might be hard to use if you're not accustomed to them. You're prone to mistakes and indecisiveness. But that's probably because you don't know how to use them properly. You have to be completely comfortable with them.
How To: Draw a cool spiral staircase
To draw a spiral staircase: Basic materials needed
How To: Draw a basic SpiderMan
This how-to video demonstrates a how to create an image of the comic-book superhero Spiderman in a basic generic pose. The artist, Xia Taptara, sketches out the basic figure, then gives advice on how to practice drawing tricky features like musculature, hands etc. as he adds more definition using a darker line. As the drawing progresses, Xia Taptara offers tips on perspective and more.
How To: Draw electric Pokemon
Big Pokémon fan? Videogamer takes you through the process of drawing Pokémon characters. Follow along through this easy to follow instructional video that shows you the step by step process. Everything from the process of drawing the shapes to where and when to shade to make each character as close to looking like the original. So if your a big Pokémon fan and want to learn how to draw electric Pokémon characters watch this easy to follow how to video.
How To: Design like an architect with asymmetry
Ever dreamed of becoming an architect? Well in this video, the viewers will be instantly thrown into the world of an architect. The video demonstrates and shows how to design like an architect with nothing much than just asymmetrical designs. The video goes in-depth with the idea of asymmetry, what it is and how it functions in architecture. The video is quick paced and very educational. It is highly recommended for any one who wants to become an architect or simply enjoys innovative structur...
How To: Draw bean sprout leaves
This task can be completed by following the instructor's ideas. The task is to draw bean sprout leaves. The instructor is a professional graphic designer. He begins by tracing the outline of the plant before beginning. You must then follow the outline with a darker ink to bring the image to life. To give the plant more life like detail you must draw in all the life veins as shown by the instructor. This instructor shows you how to draw a animated bean sprout plant.
How To: Draw a cartoon dog head
This video will show a very easy and also fun way to draw a nice dog. Drawing a dog might be a little bit of a challenge, but after you've watched this How-To Instructional video, you will find it easy to draw a very nice dog, and also do it quickly and in a very funny way. You will also learn the story behind the trick on how to draw the dog, and the story begins with a stick man!
How To: Draw Caterpie, Metapod, and Butterfree from Pokemon
This instructional video teaches Pokémon lovers the easy to follow process of drawing Pokémon characters, such as Caterpie, Metapod, and Butterfree. The video shows you, step by step, how to create these original characters. After following these steps, you will be left with your own creations that resemble the original characters from the hit television show, Pokémon. So, if you're interested in learning how to draw Caterpie, Metapod, and Butterfree, watch this quick and easy instructional v...
How To: Draw a toy plane
Whether you are an artist or are learning to be one, this tutorial may be very useful to you. Animator and graphic artist Michael Weisner will show you how to draw a toy plane using a pen and paper. Anyone, regardless of their age or level of experience will be able to draw a toy plane after watching the entire tutorial. Just follow the simple steps in this quick video, and if you like it, be sure tell your friends about it as well.
How To: Draw a horse shoe
This video, brought to you by animator, graphic designer and 2D illustrator Mike Weisner, illustrates how to draw a horseshoe in under two minutes. All you will need to complete the task in this instructional video is a piece of paper and a writing utensil. Mike takes you step by step through the process of creating this easy to learn cartoon style image. If you are a beginner that wants to learn how to draw in this style, this video is for you.