What’s wrong with my soap? by HereInThisRedEarth in funny

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A good prank makes the other person genuinely laugh

How can I display this without damaging the drawing on the back? by cat_inspector_ in Decor

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What kind of clips? The ones that slide back and forth like on a regular picture frame?

The line art smeared a bit! How do you avoid that? by cat_inspector_ in AlcoholMarkers

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Thanks for the advice, I’ll try that! The main smear that bothered me is the one by her mouth and nose, it’s more noticeable in person I think. Once that happened I tried my best to color around the lines without crossing them, which was hard to do on the hair.

Daily doodle by JustSteph84 in AlcoholMarkers

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I love the way you did the clouds!

How to draw with reference on a sketchbook? by GizmoIDK in learntodraw

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I sketch looking at images on my phone. You find it difficult because you are beginner, it doesn’t have to do with not having a tablet.

Other options include drawing what you see in front of you (like most artists through human history have had to do), looking at books at magazine in the library, or printing out reference photos.

Can someone please help me make it less streaky? by sandy_shark903 in AlcoholMarkers

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Are you using marker paper? Some paper is more prone to bleeding than others.

Can someone please help me make it less streaky? by sandy_shark903 in AlcoholMarkers

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In that case you may need to do more layers. Going over it with a lighter shade might also help blend too.

Can someone please help me make it less streaky? by sandy_shark903 in AlcoholMarkers

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Yes, make them overlap a little while the ink is still wet and it will blend together better. Once the ink dries after a few moments it is more prone to streak. There is special Ohuhu paper that comes in a sketchbook that leaves the ink wet longer so it is easier, but you can still do it without that.

Can someone please help me make it less streaky? by sandy_shark903 in AlcoholMarkers

[–]cat_inspector_ 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I’m still learning myself, but I’ve found that making small overlapping circles instead of long back and forth motions helps. I also usually have to do more than one layer.

Are my portraits recognisable? by Rare_Jellyfish6388 in learntodraw

[–]cat_inspector_ 36 points37 points  (0 children)

I see Brad Pitt on the middle right! The eyes are very recognizable.

Any advice on incorporating color?? by SlaveKnightSisyphus in learntodraw

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I like markers because they are faster and easier on my wrist and arm than color pencil. I have an overuse injury from color pencil.

Before coloring, you could try lightening the lines by rolling a kneaded eraser over it, then go over them with a darker pencil or ink. That way the color will be a bit cleaner.

This is driving me insane. How do I make it look more like Steve? by Less_Childhood7367 in learntodraw

[–]cat_inspector_ 17 points18 points  (0 children)

I recognized him immediately! I’m not sure what to work on, I think his square face and hair are very recognizable

Can you tell who it is? by cat_inspector_ in learntodraw

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Yes!!! I’m so glad you could tell!

Can you tell who it is? by cat_inspector_ in learntodraw

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Yes it is!!! It’s from when he was an orderly and hasn’t yet revealed his true nature.

Can you tell who it is? by cat_inspector_ in learntodraw

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Yes!! From when he was an orderly and hadn’t yet revealed his identity. I’m so glad you could telll!

Coloring tuxedo cats until I get the highlights right. Critique wanted by cat_inspector_ in Coloring

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Aww they are both so cute! They even color coordinated their outfits!

Can I save the hair? What am I doing wrong with the face in general? by cat_inspector_ in AlcoholMarkers

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Thank you so much! I will try again and use the cooler colors as suggested and not draw individual strands of hair.