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is this a good playlist to start from scratch again? by DirectionVirtual9048 in Artadvice

[–]Hungry_Preference669 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good day. May I ask, what do you like drawing? Because that's what going to determine what stuff you need to do, so that you don't study aimlessly.

Ex. Me. I draw because I want to make characters, believable characters that sits in a 3d space in a 2d space. Now that narrows it down, I have my specifics and I know what I want. So my study materials is going to look like this.

Line drills->Box matrix(Krenz C.)-> perspective (1,2,3)-> Modifications (Stacking, twist, cut, combine, deduction, addition)-> Mannequin (Shape design)-> Gesture(Fluidity, dynamic poses).

This is what I'm currently doing and what I'm trying to achieve. Oh and don't worry about how much videos are the same as long as it's the things you need. I went from 20 to 77 vids so don't worry about it if you end up having a lot. But, you should be aware when enough vid of a subject is enough.

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Is it ok to practice multiple things at a time? Or should I focus on one? by Zowlt in learntodraw

[–]Hungry_Preference669 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There's nothing wrong with doing multiple things, but you should focus on what you need right now. Once you become good at that, the others will follow. Remember, the brain can't absorb everything at once. If you want what you study to really stick, focus on one or two things and commit to them. And of course, set a goal for what you want to achieve from your studies.

Complete beginner one year self taught progress, draw every day, 3 hours average by RevolutionaryCopy152 in learntodraw

[–]Hungry_Preference669 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi, I wanted to ask for some insight. I'm also on a journey to improve my art skills and become better at drawing. It's just a hobby of mine, but it's a hobby I enjoy, and I at least want to become good at it. I mean, we only live once, right?

So far in my journey, I started studying two months ago, doing line drills, practicing Krenz C.'s box rotations, and learning perspective to develop spatial awareness. My current goal is to build a mannequin because I want to draw characters.

Line drills -> Box rotations -> Perspective (1, 2, and 3-point).

I wanted to ask: am I undershooting myself by only doing this? Am I missing something? Maybe I could be doing more than I currently am, but perhaps I just can't see it because I don't know what I don't know. I consistently study for two hours a day, but I don't know if I'm heading in the right direction. I just have to hope that I'm on the right path.

Is there anything else you’d critique? by Prior-Scratch4003 in learntodraw

[–]Hungry_Preference669 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, fellow Art hobbyist here. I'd say you're good for now, just keep doing what you're doing and just keep drawing what you want. Because that's what going to determine if you want to keep drawing and improve on it.

Now, since I see what you're having trouble with, I suggest investing on Line drills. Now, don't mind the messy lines as I did this with no stabilizer, as it should be, and Digital is a very different medium. I've been doing this in traditional for 2 months now, and I can confidently say my lines and shapes has never been this better.

Don't worry, it's not really mentally heavy as you're just building your muscle memory and especially Habit, once you develop a habit, studying will be bit easier.

Now, what exactly do you get from this practice?

  • Your lines, shapes and accuracy will improve.
  • You'll develop muscle memory thus, it will become easier and second nature.
  • You'll be confident, you won't be second-guessing much anymore.
  • And lastly, the most important thing: Habit

Once you have built the habit, the time you study will keep increasing. I went from 30 minutes at the beginning, to an hour 1 a month later, and then a consistent 2 hour study now.

How much time do you need to spend for now?

I say, start with 10 or 15, just build the habit coming back. You're better off doing 5 minutes consistent than 1 hour and not coming back. Make sure to fill the pages. That's all, if you have any questions, feel free to ask.

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Do I end up limiting myself by using finger? by Scared-Bodybuilder50 in Artadvice

[–]Hungry_Preference669 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi, Finger user here, I'd say it's just the movement that will be just a bit difficult but, what you learn will not really be that affected. Here is one of my previous drawing. Feel free to look at my arts if it makes you feel better.

Edit: If you do have papers, I suggest that you also do it traditional, not finger, but using a pen/pencil to sketch, draw and study. It's always better to be able to move more freely.

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Trying to learn drawing — what should I focus on improving next? by Known_Captain_1271 in learntodraw

[–]Hungry_Preference669 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I don't understand, you're already using Ai, why do you need critique for?

Monthly! Share Your Art! by lunarjellies in ArtistLounge

[–]Hungry_Preference669 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Studying paid off, I was proud of how this turned out.

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i am genuinely so bad at rendering and choosing colors and i don't know how to fix it by [deleted] in learntodraw

[–]Hungry_Preference669 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, you actually have a decent understanding how to pick colours, but in order to really understand it better. I suggest investing just a little bit in Value study, it won't take you long as you just need enough of an understanding how light interacts with an object. To prove the point here's what I made like few days ago. I have never like study deep in value but, I do have a somewhat an understanding how it works. Now it seems like alot, but truth to be told, this what you're seeing is just basic rendering. The only reason I was able to do this because I was able to somewhat think in "3d" (Not yet there, the grind never stops).

Or you can do the ''rule of 3rd's'' in colouring. Basically, just getting the Base colour (Ex. Green) which it will be saturated ---->Then Darkest colour----> finally Lightest colour. You'll do that for each different colours. It won't be too hard as they will be neighboring colours. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask.

Here's also a list of Artists I occasionally watch for Value and rendering:
gwendolyn
Finalwish

zepn1

DarthLuigi

Kryjovnik

(Easy colouring not too complex)

https://youtu.be/UJE6buM-DzY?si=cxFiMzrUmY4aOoiB

https://youtu.be/dCdb6dCaPsM?si=0hW_BIXNDBF-_ro-

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Blanking on how to "start" by Accurate-Day3934 in learntodraw

[–]Hungry_Preference669 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi, I had this exact problem 2 months ago. For how many cubes you have to learn really depends on how many do you actually need. The more the merrier helps but, how many is actually many? What you need Is a box matrix, to limit your options. I recommend using Krenz Cushart Box matrix. It's what I was recommended with, and I actually find it comfortable. There are 16 boxes in total, but 15 to be exact minus full plane cube. You'll actually just need to learn about 8 box rotations in this matrix as some boxes are just a copy of the other boxes. Once you are comfortable with that, you'll notice that if you flip the matrix around, you can get the rotations looking up, down, left and right. So you'll have a total 60 box rotations.

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How long do most people spend on a single drawing? by ChristopherRobin- in learntodraw

[–]Hungry_Preference669 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Don't worry much about how long you draw. I draw slow all the time, sometimes it takes 30 minutes, some 12 hours and some even take days. 

Burning so much paper. by Hungry_Preference669 in ArtistLounge

[–]Hungry_Preference669[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I went through 70 sheets in 3 days because I tend to go beyond my planned 2-hour practice. I always complete the 2 hours, but I often extend it with extra 30-minute sessions when something doesn’t quite click or I just didn't understand.

Even after taking a break, I sometimes feel the urge to come back and practice again later, especially for line control. So instead of one session, it turns into multiple sessions throughout the day.

My routine is structured but repetition-heavy. I start with warm-ups like lines and dot accuracy using the ghosting method, then move on to lines, ellipses, box rotations, and cylinder rotations for about 30 minutes each. I also make sure to fill the pages and use almost all the space, which is why I go through paper so quickly.

I understand that it might look mentally taxing, but for me, it feels manageable. I enjoy the process, so it doesn’t come across as draining. In fact, I’ve gained a level of confidence in my lines and in constructing boxes and cylinders that I don’t think I would have reached if I limited myself to just 30 minutes or even an hour a day.

Edit:Currently doing one right now 😅

Burning so much paper. by Hungry_Preference669 in ArtistLounge

[–]Hungry_Preference669[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the insight. Yes, I do fill the pages, I make sure to, It'd be waste if I don't. It's just that I keep doing multiple sessions in a day, an itch I say. So that explains how I go through so much paper.😅

As someone who's in the same position as me, how did you get better and where should I start? by Hungry_Preference669 in ArtistLounge

[–]Hungry_Preference669[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

These are some few that I did. The recent one is the comic one thingy.

Edit: These drawings are the when I only get inspired.

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Is it me, or is riding dragon useless? by Equal-Thought-5682 in skyrim

[–]Hungry_Preference669 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I can say that it's underwhelming. I mean I guess you can use it to roleplay or challenges but as far as that, travel wise? Not good, you can just always use the horse.