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How To: Draw a realistic male manga face in profile
If you excel at drawing faces directly facing the front but can't seem to wrap your mind - and finger - around turning that face to the side and performing a profile sketch, then you're not alone. Adjusting a face to the side adds another dimension of facial contouring and structure.
How To: Write the letter C in calligraphy copperplate
In this video, we learn how to write the letter "c" in calligraphy copperplate. First, dip your calligraphy pen into ink and start out making a large half circle on the paper. Dip the pen into ink again and make a loop with the top of the letter, then drag the pen down, making the "c" shape. End the letter with a loop on the bottom that isn't touching the inside of the letter. Make the lower case "c" by drawing the basic shape of the letter and adding a ball filled in with ink to the top of t...
How To: Write the letter D in calligraphy copperplate
In this video, we learn how to write the letter D in calligraphy copperplate. Start off by drawing a thin line down the paper, pressing on the pen harder to make a thicker line in the middle, then thinning out at the end. Drag the line to the left making a thin line, then loop it around to the front of the line and make the D shape. After you make the shape, bring the line to the back of the original line and loop it. Do make a lower case letter, make an oval shape with a thick line on the le...
How To: Write the letter J in calligraphy copperplate
In this video, we learn how to write the letter J in calligraphy copperplate. For the uppercase letter, start by grabbing your calligraphy pen and drag it down so you have a thick black line with a thin line at the top. End the letter with a loop around it, then bring the top line to the left and loop it around, making a semi-thick line with it. To make the lower case letter, make a thin line going diagonally to the right, then dip the pen in ink and bring the pen down in a thick line down. C...
How To: Write the letter Y in calligraphy copperplate
In this tutorial, we learn how to write the letter Y in calligraphy copperplate. First, make a thin line with the pen, going thicker as you go down, make a loop and then come back down. Make a "u" shape, then connect a curved line to the other side finished with a dot on the bottom to complete the letter. To make the lower case letter, make a small thin hump, then drag the pen down to a thicker line. Make a new line on the other side, making a thicker line and connect it with the other shape ...
How To: Draw a manga or anime girl
In this video, we learn how to draw a manga or anime girl on the computer. Start off by drawing the torso, with the arm coming out. Have her leaning on the pillow on an incline, then draw her legs. Continue to draw up the body, making the head and hair, then the other arm. Draw in the details on the body and the face, then start to fill in with a bold tool to bring out all the features. Go over all your construction lines, then erase whatever is in the background that you don't need as a guid...
How To: Draw steps in perspective
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw steps in perspective. Start off by drawing a dot in the middle of the paper. From here, draw lines using a ruler coming from the middle diagonally on the top middle and sides. Now, you will be able to draw your pictures using these as a reference point. The lines at the top will show the steps that are at the top and farthest away the closer they get to the dot in the middle. After this, fill in the details of the picture making different items around th...
How To: Write the letter T in calligraphy copperplate
In this video, we learn how to write the letter T in calligraphy copperplate. Start by drawing a thick line that follows out a loop that curves to the left hand side. After this, create a loop at the top of the line, on the left hand side. Draw this out and cross the line over the top to make the T shape, ending with a slight curve at the end. To make the lower cased letter, draw a thin line, then draw a thick line over it, then cross a thin line across the top middle of the letter. Now you w...
How To: Draw a cartoon dragon with a big head
In this video, we learn how to draw a cartoon dragon with a big head. First, draw the outline of the dragon, making the head much larger than the body. After this, add in small details to the dragon using the light pencil mark. Next, take a bold marker and trace over the pencil lines that you made, filling in the eyes, nose, teeth, wings, tail, ears, etc. After you do this, color the dragon completely green. Then, take a darker green color and apply it to the edges and where you want shadowin...
How To: Write the letter K in calligraphy copperplate
In this video, we learn how to write the letter K in calligraphy copperplate. Start by running your calligraphy pen on the paper going from a thin line to a thick, making a line curved to the left ending with a dot at the end of a small loop. Next, make a loop to drag out across the top on the right hand side and curve it down to make the K letter. Do the same to make the lower case letter, except making a loop for the top of the letter instead. When finished, let the ink dry and you've got y...
How To: Write the letter O in calligraphy copperplate
In this video, we learn how to write the letter O in calligraphy copperplate. Take your calligraphy pen and make a medium thick half loop at the top, dragging it down into a thicker line on the left side of the word. Then, continue onto the other side of the O with a lighter touch of the pen making a very thin line, finishing with a loop in the middle. Make the smaller O just like normal, making the thick line on the side and finishing with a small loop bending out to the right at the end. Wh...
How To: Draw a fist
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw a fist. Start off by drawing for circles linked to each other, then draw lines coming down from the middle of each circle. Then, draw a line across the bottom of each vertical line, going horizontally. After this, use a dark line to outline around the circles and the bottom of the lines. Make sure to draw a line in between each of the individual lines. Next, add a couple of curved lines to make a thumb appear on the side. To finish, erase the original ci...
How To: Draw an urban garden using complex levels
Too often in the hustle and bustle of life we forget to take a deep breath, calm down, and embrace the quiet. Many of us are so wired to the point that the quiet scares us, leading to a state of constant overstimulation in which we develop stress, hypertension, and cardiovascular problems. Doesn't sound so fun, does it?
How To: Draw realistic hands in resting and action poses
We know of several artist friends who are practically reborn Monets with their pencils and brushes and can sketch out anything they imagine, except for hands. Not that they can't draw hands, but it seems that hands are the Achille's heel for many art students.
How To: Draw an elevated urban street with complex levels
Have you always secretly harbored a love for urban design or architecture but your parents made it clear to you that they would only financially support you through school if you studied pharmacy? We know your situation sucks, but just because you can't get a degree in urban planning doesn't mean you can't sketch out designs of beautiful cities.
How To: Draw manga shoes
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw manga shoes. First, you want to sketch the basic shape of the foot. On top of this, you will draw a rough shoe shape with a different colored pencil. Next, draw in the details of where the laces are going to go, and where the lip of the shoe will be. Also draw in the soles and any other details you feel you need. Switch over to a black pencil to draw in darker details and add in shading throughout the drawing. When you are done, sign your name by your dr...
How To: Draw a daffodil for St David's Day
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw a daffodil for St. David's Day. Start off by drawing a circle to measure out where all of the different petals are going to go, then draw a circle in the middle you know where the middle will go. Next, start to draw out the petals onto the circle. After this, draw the middle of the daffodil with the seeds that are in the middle. After this, draw the lines that are in the middle of the leaves. You might want to use a real flower for a reference picture on...
How To: Write the letter S in calligraphy copperplate
In this video, we learn how to write the letter "S" in calligraphy copperplate. First, dab your calligraphy into ink, then start to writ on a your paper. Make a large half bowl shaped curved line, then make a loop and go down, creating a curved line with a dot at the end. To make the lowercase letter, make a thin line, followed by a thick outer line that curves into the large line making a lower case s. When you are finished with both of these, you will have beautiful letters that look great ...
How To: Draw cartoon caricatures
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw cartoon caricatures. Start off by drawing the eyes and the eyebrows. Next, draw in the hair on the forehead and then start to make the face surrounding the hair. After this, you will need to draw in the ears and make a note to draw in any prominent features that the person you are drawing has. Make sure to draw larger lips and a small neck, making the head look larger. For men, do the same thing and give each of the pictures a bit of personality! Don't b...
How To: Draw wings
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw wings. To start, use line options to make curves that bend out and turn into a long and thin wing. You can copy and paste this wing so that all the different parts of the wing are the exact same. After this, use a free hand brush to draw curved lines onto the top of the wing outline. After this, start to add circles and other details to the wing. You can fill it in with color or add in more feathers where they would be on top of the wing. To finish, save...
How To: Draw Neopet cartoon cats
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw Neopet cartoon cats. First, use a small brush to create the outline of each of the cats. Use light strokes to make the outline, then start to add in the details onto the cat with a darker colored brush. Add in the details of the face, including the whiskers, mouth, and eyes. Don't forget to add on the ears as well. Erase and lines that are on the back of the drawing, so all you see is the darker and more exact lines. Continue on drawing the body, making ...
How To: Draw a tribal style dragon
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw a tribal style dragon. Start off by drawing the wings of the dragon, adding in tribal designs on the inside of it. After this, start to draw the head of the dragon, as well the inside of the face. Also, draw the legs and the claws of the dragon. Add in more details until you have a full dragon design. Use a pen to fill in the lines on the tribal design. It will sort of look like a zebra pattern with the black and white colors rotating. When finished, sig...
How To: Draw a cartoon brontosaurus
In this video, we learn how to draw a cartoon brontosaurus. First, draw a large hump that is a half circle, then draw a line on the other end of this. After this, draw a tail on the other end of the hump and then go down and draw the feet on the bottom. Continue going and draw up the neck and make a circle for the head. Draw in a large eye on the head and make a smile on it. Next, draw soft spikes on the back of the dinosaur and color it in if you prefer, then enjoy your cute drawing!
How To: Draw a rose, step by step
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw a rose, step by step. start off drawing the petals of the rose, making the inside of the flower first. After this, start to draw in more details and draw around the inside of the flower, making the rose larger and larger. After you have done this, draw on the stem underneath where the petals are, and add leaves onto the stem. Continue to add in any details that you see fit throughout the picture. When you are done drawing, color it if you prefer, then si...
How To: Draw cartoon style mouths
In this video, we learn how to draw cartoon style mouths. Start out by grabbing a marker and drawing a round circle, then draw a shape on the inside and draw teeth on the top and bottom of it. After this, draw a tongue inside of it. For the next mouth, draw a curved line with teeth on the top, then a tongue in the middle. For the next mouth, you will draw a long tongue sticking out of a mouth. These mouths can be used in a number of different pictures, depending on what kind of face you are g...
How To: Draw Naruto (face and head)
In this video, we learn how to draw Naruto. Start out by drawing a circle as the outline. After this, draw the jawline. Next, draw lines in the middle so you know where you are going to draw the eyes and the rest of the facial features. Next, define the features on all the different parts of the face. Start to add in shading to the face, then draw in the hair. Next draw in a hair band at the top of the head, followed by spiked hair coming out of the top and ears on the side of the face. When ...
How To: Draw a BMW car
In this video, we learn how to draw a BMW car. Start off by drawing the outline of the car. After this, start to shade the drawing and add in the details of the car. Draw in the windshield, headlights, grill, license plate, and all the other small details. Make sure to use shading underneath the car to make it look more realistic. Also do shading inside the driver's seat to make it look like someone is inside of the car driving. Erase lines where you don't need them to make the car look more ...
How To: Draw a game character in motion
In this video, we learn how to draw a game character in motion. First draw the outline of the game character and make the body more prominent with details. After this, start to add in darker lines around the outside, then start to shade in the drawing and make the different parts pop out of the page. Next, add in colors throughout the sketch and add in white marks to show the glare on the picture. You will want to keep adding in all the small details to make this picture look even better. Whe...
How To: Draw and color a room with art markers
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw and color a room with art markers. Start off by drawing a basic room, using a vertical vortex as your map of where everything goes. Draw in the stairs as you see them, then draw the hallways, windows, picture frames, and more. Draw in the carpet that is on the floor, then add in any other details you may have in the home. After this, start to add color to your picture as you prefer. Color the walls and the floors in different colors that blend together a...
How To: Draw Hamtaro
In this video, we learn how to draw Hamtaro. Start off by drawing the large head, followed by the body and the ears. After this, draw the arms and legs onto the character. Next, outline the drawing in a darker pen, then add in additional details. Draw on the eyes, nose, and pupils. Don't forget to draw on the paws and feel as well as lines to make it look like fur. To finish up this picture, you will need to add colors to the hamster. You can go with the traditional colors, or change them up ...
How To: Draw My Neighbor Totoro
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw Totoro. Start off with the ears, then connect the top of the head around them and continue to draw the rest of the head. Fill in the eyes and the nose on the face, then make lines on the side of the face to show whiskers. After this, draw an egg shape as the rest of the bottom, then add hairs onto the stomach area. Draw small little lines on the bottom of the character to make it look like he is sitting on something. To finish, draw the character holding...
How To: Draw a palm tree
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw a palm tree. Start off by drawing the ground on the bottom, then draw the base of the tree. Make it curved, so it looks more realistic. Two lines will be going up until you start to draw the leaves on the tree. After this, you will want to start in and shade one side of the tree that the sun will have touched more than the other. Add lines to the tree as well, so you can see the textures that are on it. When drawing the leaves, make sure you are drawing ...
How To: Draw a variety of prom dresses
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw a variety of prom dresses. First, you will need to start out by drawing the dresses on different body shapes. Make dresses that are long, short, and knee-length. After this, use a marker to draw the outline of the body and the dress, then start to add in the pleats and the dress details. Add on scarves and other items to the different types of dresses, then continue doing this for the different types of dresses and body shapes. When you are done, draw in...
How To: Draw the anime character Tobi
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw the anime character Tobi. Start off by using light pencil markings to outline the face and the head. After this, use a marker to draw in the eyes and pupils. Next, draw in the eyebrows over the eyes, then make a small mark for the nose. Draw in a line for the mouth, then make one of the eyes a diagonal line, like the character is winking. Start to outline the chin, then draw in the ears and start making the hair. The hair should be spiked and going down ...
How To: Start drawing things
In this video, we learn how to start drawing things. To get started with drawing, you have to have a passion for it and know what you want to draw. If you are going to draw with your computer, you will have to learn what all the different tools mean and you will have to learn how to use them. Make sure that when you are drawing, you use shading to your advantage. Start off drawing small things and use outlines to help you draw more precisely. Take your time when you draw and use different tou...
How To: Draw a cartoon mouse from the number 3
In this video, we learn how to draw a cartoon mouse from the number three. First, draw out your number three. Now, create a triangle shape on the end of the top of the three, then add in a circle and whiskers. Next, add in a half circle on the first hump of the three, then connect the body of the mouse going down the end of the three. Add in a tail at the bottom of the number, then add in a foot next to the bottom of the three. You can adjust this drawing how you prefer and add in any other d...
How To: Measure your space when drawing a landscape
In this video, we learn how to measure your space when drawing a landscape. First you want to draw a line in the middle and measure out the line to the top of the building, and create another line there. Measure the length and then measure the edge of the outside of the building. After this, find the end point for the building and measure from the top down or from the second line to the roof, then draw the line across. Measure in from the end to get the angle, then find the layout for the tre...
How To: Draw a wolf step-by-step
In this video, we learn how to draw a wolf step-by-step. First, draw out an outline of the body using circles and lines to show where the legs will go. Next, make the snout for the nose and then draw in the ears and the eyes. Next, draw in lines around the outside of the wolf to show that it has fur. Next, use a darker pen to outline the wolf, then add in details to the legs and the rest of the lower body. Add in a tail that is curved but not high in the air. When you are done, you will have ...
How To: Write the letter B in calligraphy copperplate
In this video, we learn how to write the letter "b" in calligraphy copperplate. Start off with a piece of lined paper and your calligraphy pen. Create a smooth curved line going down, with a dot that is at the end of the line. After this, create a swirl on the left hand side of the line, then curve it out to make the top of the letter of the humps on the "b". Make sure you grab ink often, especially when you want to make a bolder line. Continue down to make the humps of the letter, then when ...
How To: Draw a manga face sideways
In this video, we learn how to draw a manga face sideways. start by drawing a round circle with a light pencil. After this, draw a chin that is from the side view. Next, add on the nose and make the chin look more prominent, like you are seeing the profile of the face. After this, draw on the ear to the center of the face, then start to add in further details. Make the eye and add shading by the nose to make it appear as though there's another eye. Add in eyelashes, then start to add in hair ...