The Last Poster Wins! [v19]

[Chibi Altaria]

When it comes to art, my prime nemesis is SHADING. I get the whole directional light source thing, and it feels like I'm doing the right thing, but it's not until the end that I look at it again and it just feels wrong and the highlights and shadows just don't make any sense. I don't know, maybe I should crank out a random drawing putting my best effort forward and someone could let me know what I goofed up on.

Anyway, I think even just a video of you doing a drawing would already be a massively helpful insight as to how you complete a drawing from start to finish. Talking through it and explaining what you're doing and why would also be great as well.

Hmm well shading can be tricky for a lot of people - even I screw up here and there! But generally once you've figured out a light source, as long as you stick to it your work will turn out okay. If you're stuck for what looks right, I suggest grabbing a similarly shaped object and throw a light against it in the direction you want. That'll help! c:

Yays! Maybe I'll start off with a "How to Draw Pikachu!" segment. xD

Straight lines are all in the motion you use. This, of course, is a lot harder by hand. Pro tip: the quicker you draw the line, the straighter it'll be. I mean you can't ride a bike when you're going at a snail's pace, can you? You'll fall off! O: Also depending on the length of the line, draw using your WHOLE arm, not just your wrist. Flicking your wrist is good for small strokes, but you'll have a lot more control if you use your entire arm. :3

[Chakramaster]

Hmm well shading can be tricky for a lot of people - even I screw up here and there! But generally once you've figured out a light source, as long as you stick to it your work will turn out okay. If you're stuck for what looks right, I suggest grabbing a similarly shaped object and throw a light against it in the direction you want. That'll help! c:

Yays! Maybe I'll start off with a "How to Draw Pikachu!" segment. xD

Straight lines are all in the motion you use. This, of course, is a lot harder by hand. Pro tip: the quicker you draw the line, the straighter it'll be. I mean you can't ride a bike when you're going at a snail's pace, can you? You'll fall off! O: Also depending on the length of the line, draw using your WHOLE arm, not just your wrist. Flicking your wrist is good for small strokes, but you'll have a lot more control if you use your entire arm. :3

Maybe it's a combination of me trying to draw too slow and too small. I'd LOVE to see a "How to Draw Pikachu" segment! =D You're just too awesome Gemma! Thing is, when I try to draw faster I end up making more mistakes. That or it doesn't end up where I need to line to go. Maybe it's just I gotta see first-hand what you mean by it through the livestream.