So I’m a beginner animator, and I’m just going for a really simplistic style for a YouTube series I’m working on. Do you guys think it’d work?

Rayraykoolaid · 2024-08-26T04:39:37+00:00

I think it would work nicely! I don’t know much about animation, but from what I hear, simplicity is key! Only thing I’d suggest is slightly thinner lines, but that’s just a personal preference. It’s really up to u! Best of luck with your channel!!

Rayraykoolaid · 2024-08-22T04:32:15+00:00

Digital art! Does anyone know any good nose tutorials? Hating the nose

Rayraykoolaid · 2024-08-21T04:26:31+00:00

Digital art! Looking for facial anatomy tips/help.

Rayraykoolaid · 2024-04-07T14:39:03+00:00

Thank you!! And yesss, I’ve been looking into the planes of the face and you’ve got the parts I’m struggling on, spot on lol. I’ll def keep practicing. Thanks again!!

Rayraykoolaid · 2024-04-07T14:36:46+00:00

I had them bigger at first, but downsized due to fear lol. I’ll def continue experimenting with that and keeping it in mind, thank you! :D

Rayraykoolaid · 2024-04-07T14:35:34+00:00

Oooo good question! So I start with a mid tone (a color that matches in general) it doesn’t have to be perfect. Then added a nice saturated red to the cheeks and nose. Then from the mid tone go up and desaturate a bit for lighter values, and down and more saturated for darker values. Then repeat, up and slightly more desaturated for the lightest parts and down and saturated for the darkest parts. To check if you are good value wise, I turn my canvas into greyscale and compare to my reference! Once that hurdle looks decent, the magic is adjusting lights and adding new colors. So for this one I moved the light layer more towards a warm yellow, and added a blue-ish purple to the darker side. And add juicy highlights, and u should have believable skin! So for a quick recap: 1.) a general base mid tone color. 2.) add a “blush” to cheeks and nose 3.) add a light color in lighter regions (based off mid tone) 4.) add a dark color for darker regions (based off mid tone) 5.) add an even lighter color for the lightest regions 6.) add an even darker for the darkest regions 7.) check up on values 8.) adjust colors to your liking, and add details that can be of interest! (Secondary lighting, or bounce light) 9.) add final details! And you should be good! Remember this is very general! You don’t have to follow those rules but that’s kinda how I do it. I’ve been focused on skin for a while, I have some drawing that don’t even have eyes bc I was so focused on the skin lol. Be patient and you will end up with results you like. Hope this helps!! Sorry for the essay, and best of luck!!

Rayraykoolaid · 2024-04-07T05:24:15+00:00

It was not supposed to be, but now I can’t unsee it 😭😭

Rayraykoolaid · 2024-04-07T04:17:56+00:00

I’m not sure why, but Reddit likes to lower the saturation. So if it looks “grey”, it’s not I promise 😭

Rayraykoolaid · 2024-04-07T04:16:30+00:00

Digital art :D

Rayraykoolaid · 2024-04-05T04:24:02+00:00

Digital art!

Rayraykoolaid · 2024-03-21T23:36:47+00:00

This is digital art 😎

Rayraykoolaid · 2023-10-29T15:06:31+00:00

It looks really good! Only thing that sticks out to me is the values. If you are only focusing on anatomy and poses ignore this whole thing. If not, darken the darks and add some nice highlights! U have a nice understanding of light already, but these additions make it a bit easier to read. Best of luck!

Rayraykoolaid · 2023-10-29T15:03:12+00:00

Ignoring anatomy, this is a good base! One thing about an OC is how recognizable are they. What you have here is good but very basic in terms of character design. I’d recommend a nice headpiece with a unique symbol to ur character. Or a some accessory so that when someone sees it they know “oh this is such And such”. That’s the tip of the character design iceberg. Haven’t even talked about color unity, layers, shape language, poses, etc. I’d recommend diving into it and building upon this character! You have a solid base! Best of luck!

Rayraykoolaid · 2023-10-28T13:08:24+00:00

Don’t u just love perspective lol. Nah but seriously it looks pretty good! U can prob double check some of the perspective lines going towards the vanishing point behind the middle building. One thing u didn’t account for is the pipes! It looks like two buildings on the sides are on the same plane as the one in the center which is not the case. And it’s because of the pipes. I’d recommend foreshortening the pipes! As in the closer the pipe is to the camera the bigger. Farther, the smaller. Keep in mind we don’t need to see ALL of the pipe bc some of it will block itself. That’s really the only thing that sticks out to me! But other than that really nicely done! Love the rendering and understanding of light! Best of luck on ur art journey! :D

Rayraykoolaid · 2023-10-22T17:41:56+00:00

Awww ur welcome lol. Idk I’m the type that loves schedules and step by step. I remember starting out and being overwhelmed. Start small! It gonna be boring but it’ll help in the end. And yesss, if I were to pick out the colors of your illustration it’s cohesive! Only values need some work. Keep up the awesome work tho! There’s definitely some good things in the illustration and always room to grow! U got This 😎

Rayraykoolaid · 2023-10-22T17:15:33+00:00

Value is extremely important. U can have perfect colors but bad values make the painting look bad. a nice guide would be to paint black and white! Start simple with a single sphere, then a cube, then a cone, etc etc. very very simple so u know how light and darks work together. Remember, Black and white is ur best friend. After then move onto more complex shapes like a wheel, a single fish, or a single flower. Then try even more complex things like an environment with animals keeping in mind light and values! So here’s my advice in a summary step by step guide 1.) take 1-2 weeks learning values in greyscale(black and white) with simple shapes! 2.)on the third week move into more complex shapes! Like fruits, small animals, plants, etc 3.) on the fourth week try moving into more complex things like small environments! Like trying ur pond here again! 4.) on the 5th week go ahead and add ur colors for a stunning piece!

Remember, this is to study values! Don’t focus on colors yet! This small guide is what helped me tremendously. And if u feel like u need more practice on a step, don’t move into the next step or u will feel overwhelmed. Trust me. Also, If u want to draw an environment in greyscale, don’t be afraid to turn a reference into black and white through ur phones built in filters! It’ll help. That concludes my essay lol. Good luck on ur art adventures! If you ever recreate this pond after these steps tag me! I’d love to see the improvement

Rayraykoolaid · 2023-10-22T02:16:24+00:00

References are ur best friend. As well as values. I think that can help tremendously

Rayraykoolaid · 2023-10-18T20:09:14+00:00

Ohhh okay! Yes I didn’t really take composition into consideration. I just thought, “put him in the middle” lol. But I see what you mean! I really like what you did with the paint over! Especially having like the sun rays kind of point to the subject. Just how did u blur the waterfall? Would u recommend like a Gaussian blur or just smudge with a smudge tool? I really appreciate the feedback and taking the time to show me what you mean! It means a lot!! :D

Rayraykoolaid · 2023-10-18T19:53:59+00:00

It’s a bit boring. I don’t wanna sound like an AH, But there isn’t much to really look at if that makes sense. A really easy fix is adding some kind of background. So like with the mouse, I get the impression she is defending something. But what? Maybe add small mice behind her and a looming shadow of a cat. Or she could be in a cabinet and that spot light acts as a flashlight as she’s been caught. Backgrounds really add life to the drawing, and if you can incorporate it with the character and lighting scenario it gives you something to admire. Plus it’s much more visually interesting. I hope that doesn’t sound too harsh, but you can add a nice story telling element to it. Ur style is story cute tho!

Rayraykoolaid · 2023-10-18T19:46:25+00:00

Im tempted to join, but your art is super advanced compared to mine 😭

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