/r/DigitalPainting

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Welcome!

The purpose of r/DigitalPainting is to to critique art, to receive critique and grow as artists. Be prepared to receive constructive critique on your art. Be active and participate in the conversations, give critiques! Being able to recognize and give constructive criticism will mark your growth as well as help others!

Welcome!

The purpose of r/DigitalPainting is to to critique art, to receive critique and grow as artists. Be prepared to receive constructive critique on your art. Be active and participate in the conversations, give critiques! Being able to recognize and give constructive criticism will mark your growth as well as help others!

Need to find resources and apps?

Check out our awesome wiki!

How to get started in digital painting

Come paint and grow with us. You'll be glad you did.


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Submission Policies

  1. Artwork must be your own
  2. You have to leave a comment about what you struggled with, context, or techniques you were experimenting with, so that commenters can better help you. You get one hour to post your comment before it is subject to removal.
  3. All art must be linked from imgur or tumblr. Before you message us about not being able to directly upload art, read more here. and here
  4. Self posts may include links to software and blogs
  5. Links to process videos are only allowed if they're not on the submitted page.
  6. Photobashing is not allowed. Read more here.
  7. Self-promotional top comments are not allowed. your entire submission will be removed.Read more here
  8. Submissions with the artist's name in the title will be removed. Read more here
  9. Animations are not allowed.
  10. You only get to post a maximum of one post every 24 hours.
  11. No artwork made more than a year ago.
  12. No AI generated images.

Wobbly Wednesdays

Wobbly Wednesday is where new artists asks questions regarding digital painting and more experienced artists tries to answer. Check out the archive here.


Other great subreddits to check out:

  • New to drawing? Check out /r/ArtFundamentals!

  • Want people to paint? there are plenty over at /r/redditgetsdrawn!

  • Did you draw a picture? Check out /r/IDAP!

  • If you like drawing, /r/drawing might be just the place for you!

  • You use Photoshop, why not check out /r/Photoshop?

  • Need a buddy to keep you on track with your art goals? Why not head over to /r/Artbuddy and grab yourself a pal.

/r/DigitalPainting

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"Insanity" , me , 2025

3 Comments
2025/01/19
21:46 UTC

1

Which Intangbo Tablet should i buy?

Ok, So I have absolutely have no idea the difference between the Intangbo X7 and Intangbo SW, And i need someone to tell me which one i should buy, (Better as in which has better use, higher quality, ETC.)

0 Comments
2025/01/19
04:58 UTC

1

Is my pen tablet setting me back?

I have an Intuos Draw from 2015, and it's been a few years since I've been struggling to use it. Drawing on it feels way "heavier" than it used to be. Even though some would argue that the final result is "okay", still, it's not fun at all. I also got an Galaxy Tab S6 Lite this year, and although I don't use it to draw that much, it still feels so different from when I'm using the Intuos on my PC.

I'm asking this cuz I was just transferring to digital a sketch I did on paper, and it was just painful :/ I literally feel like my brain becomes "mushy"

Anyone with a similar experience? Advices and suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

6 Comments
2025/01/19
00:41 UTC

0

Multiply Layer Tips?

Hello! I wanted to know if anyone had any tips or videos, they watched that helped them understand how to use Multiply layers! I struggle a lot trying to understand how to exactly use them tbh (I understand better when its step by step on every single detail ), I've watched speed paints and watched Multiply layer tutorials before, but they haven't really helped. I used to mainly do shadows and such on normal layers and never really expanded but I want to improve. So, in general I'm asking how anyone uses Multiply Layers I'm open to all methods!

3 Comments
2025/01/19
00:41 UTC

2

Which drawing tablet is best?

Hi! I’m looking to get back into digital art and really wanted a professional drawing tablet. I’ve been using my iPad for now but I really miss drawing with photoshop.

I’ve owned a Wacom intous before so that’s the only brand I’m really familiar with. I know xppen has really risen a lot in popularity as well as huion. My question is what’s the best? Why did the you pick the tablet you have? Should I invest more in a Wacom or will the others be just as good?

Thanks!!

7 Comments
2025/01/18
21:01 UTC

2

Huion Kamvas 16 Pro 2.5k cable issue [HELP]

Hello, I'm asking for some quick advice regarding this model, they ship with cables FAR too short - the power USB-C cable just reaches so that's whatever, however, the USB-C to USB-C cable provided with the tablet is hilariously short, I use a desktop PC - I was able to connect the tablet to my phone with the supplied cable to make sure it worked...

I ordered a USB-C to USB-C 3.2 cable from Amazon which supports video, etc - it did not work, I tried connecting it to the front case USB-C port and directly into the motherboard - nada...

All 3 monitors of mine use display ports for video and my GPU "only" has 3 display port connections, and 1 HDMI, so I ordered a USB-C to HDMI cable and plugged it directly into the GPU, once again - nada...

I read up a little and Huion state they use DP over USB-C - does this mean a HDMI connection wouldn't work anyway - but then again that's nonsense as their 3-in-1 cable is HDMI???

The only 2 options I have left to try are a USB-C to display port cable, and getting an extension USB and HDMI cable for the 3-in-1...

And yes, I have tried switching the power and video cable over on the tablet.

What an awful design, none of this makes sense - please chime in?

8 Comments
2025/01/18
16:40 UTC

461

"Floof" (Procreate)

18 Comments
2025/01/18
16:37 UTC

4

Best Social Media Platform?

Hi everyone,

Just posting to ask a question. I have been thinking of posting more of my art. I have instagram from ages ago but it seems like I get no engagement on my art there at all. Just wondering what other platforms are out there that are good for sharing art?

Also, I sometimes find that finding the motivation to draw especially on your own can be a little boring. I would love to be a part of a supportive art community, does anyone have any tips on what I can do?

9 Comments
2025/01/18
14:10 UTC

1

Should I Get Screen Protector for Drawing Tablet?

Upgraded to Ugee UE12, don't really care about texture, but should I use one for protection?

3 Comments
2025/01/18
07:25 UTC

7

Jimmy

2 Comments
2025/01/18
05:03 UTC

4

I need help choosing a tablet!

I wanted to buy a Samsung S6 Lite, but I saw I could buy an Ipad 9th gen for the same price, which option is better? I'm also open to other recommendations!

-IPad 9th 10.2'' 64GB -Samsung S6 2022 10.4'' 64GB

7 Comments
2025/01/18
03:30 UTC

305

Future is now! 🦾

17 Comments
2025/01/17
16:32 UTC

5

How's Your Wacom Intuos (NON Pro) Tablet?

Edit: Thanks everybody for your replies. I ended up buying a Pth-651 Tablet.

I might buy my first drawing tablet: a used Wacom Intuos NON-pro tablet for cheap.
Model #:
CTL-6100WL/K0-AX

I know it's not as good as an Intuos PRO tablet.
Which I'm okay with, unless that means a significant chance of the tablet or connector or cord breaking.

So, how long have you had your CTL-6100 Intuos Medium Tablet?
(Or Ctl-4100 Intuos Small)
Any issues?

I ask cuz I was about to buy a used consumer-level Wacom tablet, and it didn't work. Good thing I tested it before buying! So I wanna know, was it a coincidence? Or is it much safer to aim for a Wacom Intuos Pro tablet?

6 Comments
2025/01/17
03:33 UTC

3

Art Tablet Question : [iPad Pro 12.9] or [ XP-Pen Artist 13.3 Pro ] ?

Hey! I’ve currently been really on the fence whether I should buy the XP-Pen Artist 13.3 pro, or the XP-Pen Artist 15.6 pro.

The iPad Pro 12.9 comes into this because I already have the iPad Pro 12.9, and wonder that if the iPad and the Artist 13.3 Pro have really similar work spaces, if it would be better to just still with the iPad and save money — or look to the XP-Pen Artist 15.6.
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I don’t think the iPad can do all that I want it to. While it is arguably big for an iPad, I still can’t help but feel that it’s a bit ‘small’ in a sense? I feel like I‘m always zoomed in rather than drawing big strokes because there’s no space. On CSP, Procreate, and Medibang, it feels like the outer border with all the icons and brushes (sorry, not sure what it’s called) takes up so much of the screen, it leaves me with little workspace.

That’s Why I looked to XP-Pen’s tablets, and while the Artist 13.3 pro looks like it’s bigger than the iPad, I can’t help but notice that it might just feel that way because of the display’s large border around the screen. Are the 13.3 artist pro and iPad Pro 12.9 basically the same screen?

Then I looked for some bigger sizes, and the 15.6 seems like a better option, except for the fact that it’s just a liiiitttle bit more expensive, and I’m not sure if that would be the right choice. If its the one people recommend, then I might buy that one just for it’s size but for right now it’s just an idea.

what do you all think? Does anyone have any other display art tablet suggestions that you think are more affordable in that ‘medium sized screen’ range? Let me know!

1 Comment
2025/01/17
03:22 UTC

3

How to not get eye problems from being near tablet??

I've been having troubles with my eyes ever since I got a stand for my screened wacom tablet. I keep it about a foot to a foot and a half from my eyes which I believe is what's causing the weariness (even with using the 20-20-20 rule)
I feel like the obvious answer would be to just move it farther away, but this set up is just the most comfortable for me so that I don't have to crane my neck to look down at it, or overly extend my arms to draw on it.
So I was wondering if there was perhaps a technique to use, if glasses for focusing easier would help, or maybe glare proof screen protectors, or if I just need to stop being stubborn and move the pad away from my eyes
Any suggestions would be greatly helpful, and sorry if this post isn't where it should be, Im couldn't find anything about questions in the rules and I don't rly use reddit much

6 Comments
2025/01/16
17:50 UTC

277

Continuing the start with color

9 Comments
2025/01/16
13:53 UTC

11

did I get scammed?

i took on a commission for a client. we spoke about the pricing and it all seemed ok. i finished the art (my policy is to not send over the art until they've paid. they knew this from the beginning) but they never paid and stopped responding despite me sending a follow up email. did i get scammed?

11 Comments
2025/01/16
06:56 UTC

0

Drawing Tablet recommendations?

Hi me and my partner are looking to get a Pen Display or tablet, our budget is $600 Nzd (approximately 333USD) this includes shipping to NZ. If it is in good quality we don't mind getting one that is used.

Do you have any good recommendations?

9 Comments
2025/01/16
01:08 UTC

2

Looking to get back into digital art :) need help though!

I used to draw a lot back in middle school up until my first year of highschool and since then I've been longing to get back into it. I have kept in touch with drawing cartoonish/anime style people and animals (cartoonish) on paper but I always wanted to improve on digital. I have an Ipad i used to draw on and i'm thinking of using it since it's still running smooth. I use Ibispaint but i was considering buying Procreate. Is it still worth it? If not, what other alternatives do I have? I don't have an apple pen but I have a drawing pen that i got for 30euro, no pressure or anything.. so yeah..

My issue on digital was that my sketch was always so full and lineart was so meh and empty. So any tips on that would also be helpful! :D

7 Comments
2025/01/15
18:11 UTC

123

Commission for a book called We Were Men Once

11 Comments
2025/01/15
13:34 UTC

138

Dark fantasy barbarian warrior

9 Comments
2025/01/15
10:28 UTC

205

Listen Luna.

7 Comments
2025/01/15
10:01 UTC

41

Zombie Pin-up

12 Comments
2025/01/15
00:17 UTC

198

team goat

11 Comments
2025/01/14
20:14 UTC

2

Which should I get?

I am currently looking at Paint Tool SAI, Clip Studio, and Krita. I will be drawing on a Wacom Cintiq.

I'm not sure if I want to eventually use it for animation yet but would rather not have to pay monthly for whatever program I use (i am ok paying a one time fee for it). I would like this to be what I use long term that way I don't have to learn a different program.

Any recommendations and why woud be much appreciated!

11 Comments
2025/01/14
19:01 UTC

539

Swordswoman

12 Comments
2025/01/14
17:11 UTC

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