The Sketchbook blog
The impact of lighting
Placing light sources in your scene is a strategic decision that should be part of your creative process. Lighting drives color, how you approach highlights and shadows, and sets the tone of the overall piece.
Exploring shading techniques
Shading can bring your artwork to life. Even the simplest doodles can be transformed with the most economic placement of color and shadow.
Characters and their clothing
What a character wears provides valuable insight into who they are, what they do, and even hints at their attitude.
This post shares useful design considerations and tips on drawing fabrics and materials.