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@The-N-U-T-Cracker

Well, speaking of art, any tips on animation? I'm just learning and all of y'all are the senpais of the art world because, well, you're really good honestly, and I'd like to get better skills lol.

As a complete beginner, I can say that these videos are not only helpful but somewhat easy to understand, even when you have no idea what anything means

@InstaOnly

Thanks!
One more thing I forgot to add. Take into account the character you're drawing a model sheet for. A background character isn't going to be as complicated or show up as much, so if you even need to make a sheet you'll only need a front or back view. The sheet I showed is for a main character. So I've added a lot more sketches, notes, and details to make sure she stays on model. Depending on how complex the design is you might not even need notes and can just draw the basic structure and different views.
Also, Ella's suggestions for videos are great! I can't say I've seen the others, but the 12 principles is a great video whenever you need a quick review on the technique.

@The-N-U-T-Cracker

Every June I do a 30-day art style challenge, where I draw the exact same character every single day over and over again in 30 different art styles, just for fun.
I’ll be sure to share the drawings from this year (and the past two years for comparison) as I create them

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Pinterest is a good one, as well as Instagram if you have one. It lessens the chances of your work being stolen.

@Starfast group

I've always used DeviantArt and Tumblr. Tumblr is unfortunately not that great for exposure unless you draw really good fanart it seems.

@Norepinephrinxx

Sorry to bring up something random but there is a class reunion roleplay that could really use some members

All of the characters seem really fun so if anyone is interested there it is

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Hey so I promised I'd be bringing this up lmao

So I wanted to use charcoal on this picture (which is color edited, the unedited is below it) because he's a Demon OC of mine, and obviously they're represented more with dark outlines rather than long features or sharp teeth (both are displayed).

But I also wanted more of a lighthearted thing cus he's a cutie?? What do you all think?

Deleted user

Thanks! Do you have an opinion on the charcoal thing?

Deleted user

I don't use it much but I think it works well.

Deleted user

oh I should've mentioned I only used graphite and blending tools in this.

But thanks!

@The-N-U-T-Cracker

Just a quick question for you guys:

HOW THE PANCAKE-FLIPPING HECK DO YOU COLOR SKIN?

I've tried so many methods and it always ends up looking like garbage. Fabric I can draw just fine, eyes are easy, backgrounds aren't too bad… But skin. How does it even work?