Hello! I've been using the Huion Kamvas Pro 20 since late 2018 to this day, and while it has really pushed my digital art skills (I came from pencil and paper) I sometimes contemplate switching to a regular tablet without a screen. I started with the Wacom Intuos Draw in 2016, then upgraded to the Huion H610 Pro before I got the Kamvas. Something about the simplicity of having a lightweight, easy-to-store, and slightly cheaper tool has sounded more appealing as of late. However, I worry that since I've gotten used to the display tablet, it might feel like a massive downgrade.

Has anyone here gone from display to non-display? How was the transition, and did you think it was worth it?

Personally, I like to see content, not just artwork, that is created by people who aren't trying to make a profit. I know that many people upload their creations that they worked very hard on, and I want to see it, but it's very hard to find because when you search for art, you only see the best. That, and AI generated stuff. I'm not hating on AI. I want to see things created by people like me, who aren't churning out perfect, marketable, pictures of women's faces done in the same art style as everyone else. No offence to anyone who likes drawing women's faces. It feels very lonely being a person in a place that seems to have no humans in it. The best content that you are always shown, doesn't have any mistakes in it. They are all the same style, no imperfections, no charm, and it seems devoid of a human behind it. This includes art created by humans. They are all picture perfect, usually with no interesting story or meaning behind it. No unique touch that is usually given by creators. No feelings behind it. I can't be the only one who feels this way.

Hi, I'm a UK traditional artist looking to get into digital art and I don't really know where to begin with searching for a good drawing tablet. I've never used one before and I've heard that they can be awkward to get used to, but I'd like to give it a go.

I'm searching for one that's compatible with a Windows PC. I have experience with Adobe Software but are there better drawing programs that work on Windows? Or am I better sticking with illustrator?

At some point I'd like to try my hand at 2d animation but I'm getting ahead of myself. I've used After Effects before with moving simple shapes about, but that's about the extent of my knowledge.

Hope this is OK to post. Any tips or advice for someone just starting out in digital art? Thanks.

I am over here doing the putting in sight perspective exercises, I have been reading it exclusively hard to understand how to shift to R-Mode. For some reason I was doing this a long time (not with drawing… with other creative adventures). I have been drawings for almost 2 years… and I am going in this book to understand why I am having a hard time getting things close or accurate portrait drawings and it was making my head fume (I am doing this all digitally….my head was fuming even more).

Now the part is…. What do you do after your finish with the book? Before people say watch YouTube videos. I did an art reflection… and YouTube videos are really the thing that hinder my ability to grow (except Proko). You search up on thing… then there is a bunch of tutorials on it, each one with their own variation on what they do. There is nothing wrong with YouTube videos, there just some tutorials are very vague.

Hey, I wanted to try digital drawing again and was looking for artists in the "anime style" who make their line art available on Patreon or similar platforms. Do you have any recommendations for me?

I have a really small amount of people who follow my social media. Aside of drawing sole art, I also draw a plot-focused comic so I definitely have some sort of recognition.

I can see why YouTubers for example create own servers since it keeps followers loyal and they know what's going on. It's especially meaningful when you already have a huge audience.

However I have quite a small one and I'm not very talkative. I actually tried to create it and some people joined. However it was hard to keep it active, when I posted links to my art on Twitter or was writing something. Maybe I was too impatient and I dropped it too quickly?

Tell me fellow artists who have their server, is it really worth? Also maybe you have alternative suggestions (Eastern European like to use Telegram for similar reason, but it doesn't seem to be as popular in the West?) And if you have some tips, please share them with me!

Hey guys, do you have a recommendation for a durable, wellmade daypack thats suitable for hiking and artistic endeavors?

I won't be needing too many layers, just an additional rain coat or sweater. Its neither super hot nor cold where I live, but we do have occasional showers. Functional compartments and pockets (to put notebooks, paper etc) would be appreciated, and definitely a hip belt because I want to be comfortable even when I slightly overpack or on longer hikes. I will usually carry some extra gear for my dog (water, perhaps an extra leash or coat, treats/food), some art supplies like notebooks, brush roll, and i might carry small pochade boxes or extra water for watercolor painting - in addition to lunch, water, usual hiking supplies for not super adventurous daytrips. It would be awesome to be able to attach things to the backpack (like a small roll up blanket to sit on, or a tripod), and pockets and loops on the hip belt would be appreciated (poop bags, snacks, treats, phone etc).

Thanks in advance!

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I always wanted to be an illustrator focused on characters and cozy environments. I get overwhelmed by everything.

What’s an exercise or something you had done to really elevate your art to the next level. I feel I have a basic talent for art but it’s really missing something. Need to level up!

Hi everyone. I'm trying to make an account for Skeb at the request of an artist. I don't need a creator account as such but I don't have a clue how to sign up. I removed myself from Twitter awhile ago after the Elonocaplypse, so that isn't an option. How do I register? I find options to sign in, but not create a new acount. Thanks.

Is that hard to develope my own art style?

Right so I got a Samsung Galaxy tab A9+, It doesn't come with an s-pen like the alternative (Tab s6 lite) and I couldn't get one cause it wasn't in stock at all wherever I went. Wondering how bad it is to do art with a stylus that doesn't add pressure sensitivity or if there are any ways to circumvent the issue

I found some threads that talk about acrylic wash under oil but that isn’t exactly what I’m trying to get information on. Does anyone fully block a painting in with acrylic, possibly even do a couple layers to really get the form and shadowing in and then go in with oil to render details? I feel like most of the stuff I see is an artist using one or the other but not regularly mixing both. I would love to see examples of work like this, or get some tips!

so i’ve been working on my entrance portfolio for college and im honestly kind of getting nervous. i’m a traditional artist, my only medium is graphite & charcoal and i specialize in portraits. I have a few still life’s and technical drawings (first point perspective, 2 point perspective and what not) but nothing that involves color, 3d works, or anything of that nature.

am i cooked?😭

Lately me and a couple of my art student friends have been meeting in various public places to set up and take turns modeling for each other and drawing each other. I’m struggling to think of places that are spacious enough for us to be out of the way while doing this… does anyone have any good ideas outside of the standard public library/park? There are about 7 of us.

I create from trauma usually, most of my art isn't exactly intended to be displayed in galleries, not that I think many people would even WANT to see it in the first place. And yet, many times when I do decide to show it off I'm given critique about how to make it "gallery friendly". Like, I do not care. Genuinely. Not all art is intended for gallery showing or sale in general. Why don't more people understand this?

I know there’s people who js probably sane and sit at a desk, but me personally I sit sometimes lay on the floor because that’s where I have the most space. being in the floor for a long time period is starting to effect my back really bad.

Hello. I'm looking to get a 2-in-1 laptop to replace my current, barely functional laptop. The Microsoft Surface seems to be what's recommended, but there's so many options. What would you recommend for a hobbyist artist and photographer for preferably under $1,000? Also, what pen? I use Clip Studio Paint for art.

Genuinely, is it coloring even if I'm not using them to color in the piece but using them instead of regular pencils?? Or would it then be drawing with colored utensils?

I'll start this off by saying I have no idea if this is the right subreddit for this question, but assuming that it is, I desperately need help for a gift for my mom. I am absolutely clueless about art, but I know that she used to be a really incredible artist as a kid, but she was born in Germany in the 1950s so it was heavily discouraged. She recently got gifted a fill in the numbers paint set, and has been obsessed with it, using it as an excuse to make art. Her birthday is coming up, and I want to get her some high quality drawing pencils, paints, brushes, etc. but I have no idea what I'm looking for in these materials or what actually matters to get high quality. She wasn't able to explore mediums very much as a kid, only doing pencil work, so I don't think she has a real preferred medium. She also loves it when her things are very organized, so I don't know if something like a toolbox for art exists, but she would love that if it did. Any advice from brands to specific tools to buy or literally anything else would be incredibly appreciated!

Hi so for some background, I used to be a traditional artist. Back in school I used to draw all the time until someone made me uncomfortable with my art. So I then ditched it for years because I feared that’s all that would become of my art, people wanting it and making me uncomfortable by being super pushy for it. Currently I know of three artists whom I’m very close with, they have learned I used to draw and though I no longer have my sketchbook because I completely ditched art altogether they have been pushing me to get back into it and transfer to digital art. I am trying my best to make the transition but I’m finding it hard. Does anyone have any tips? Should I just go back to traditional first instead of forcing myself to jump right into digital after being out of commission for 13 years? I want to do so many art trends but I’m struggling and working from my iPad I find myself doing the habit of “wiping” the eraser markings so my brain still understands the assignment but it’s not able to understand the digital portion. Any advice would be great.

Hello 👋

I recently got back into drawing figure models, haven’t drawn since high school. (27M)

Here is my drawing: https://imgur.com/a/SMtlFZI

I am looking for overall critiques, also looking for advice on how to render shadows better, blend the darks and the lights. I feel like I did a decent job but I struggle with edges and how to make them appear realistic. I prefer traditional art.

My inspiration was my beautiful girlfriend 💙💕

Cheers, Silver 🐶 🐾

I see that there are Morpho books on multiple subjects concerning figure drawing. Isn't there just one that has everything that I can buy instead of all of these little books?

Thanks.

So for the longest time (10-ish years) I've been working with 3d mediums as a hobby. I mostly try to recreate movie props or invent widgets that feel like they belong in my favorite universes. I've worked with wood, metal, plastic, fabric, and random crap in the workshop that just sorta felt right in the moment. I'm to the point now that I can sorta wing it on most stuff and trust it'll come out ok, and I'm not super scared of trying new techniques anymore. Most importantly, I LOVE the "making" part of it all. Hell, lots of times I finish a project and just wanna make the same thing again so I can practice all the new stuff I just learned.

But every now and then, I get the itch to try something in 2d. Mostly drawing, since I've usually got pencils and paper handy. And every time, it feels so foreign and intimidating. Cut and shape a piece of lumber to make it a staff or handle? Ez-pz, do that in my sleep. Draw that same piece of wood in perspective? Suddenly I'm all thumbs. I know it's all about mileage, but it still often feels like some of y'all are straight up wizards instead of mere mortals.

But here's the cool part: When I start trying to study up on the techniques to draw what I want, I almost always learn something that transfers back to my true love of 3d. Learning perspective helps me interpret reference images a little better. Studying how light and shadow play on a form gives me better insight into my painting and weathering. It all links together, and I never feel like I wasted my time (even if my drawings never turn out quite how I'd like them to).

So I guess what I'm saying is that you should try something different every now and then. And not in a half-assed box checking way either. Like really give it an honest shot. You might be surprised at what you might learn.

I have some paint markers coming in the mail today, and I’m excited to try them out! What should I doodle with them first. :)

So I bought this set of small-tubed acrylics about a decade ago. They're opened but rarely used. Over the years they've gained a sort of pungent rotten-egg smell, have become slimy and separated. Pretty hard to paint with since they have the consistency of flu snot, but they still look ok on paper and the smell wafts out of the finished piece.

Should I keep them or count my losses and buy a new set?

I really want to experiment with acrylics more and while I like how the stuff I make with them turns out, they are absolutely awful to work with and many acrylic techniques don't work because of the texture.

Its like with everything. Be it an electrician, plumber, master chess player or guitarist or even a painter.

When people come to check on your work its like wow, and they just go on or dont care. When people look at my art, it feels like my boss checking on my work if i've finished and of course you can bet my ass he never cared about my blood sweat and tears and hard work.

Its with everything. But with art for me I feel a bit offended. Is that normal? Like if my non musical or art friends or just people take a look, I feel so bad so annoyed, not because its not good or anything, but because I feel like they dont actually appreciate it. .......how do I explain it. It doesnt even matter wether they see it or not, they're just gonna all be like MEH THAT LOOKS SOO COOL, anyways...

And they're understanding also doesnt go deeper. Its the same as showing off your bugatti and people are like woooow, and welp I dont care.

Like who are we trying to impress, because in the end it doesnt matter. In the end the only one you're trying to satisfy is yourself.

Especially the music field confuses me. Everyone plays tributes or covers, but be dammed if you're an original artist or band and create your own creative art piece, people dont wanna hear it. They just care about the name and if they're familliar with it.

They dont care if my band creates their own inspired blues piece or rock song or whatever, but as soon as we play guns n roses or the doors or acdc, wow youll see the crowd go wild, and mosh pits form.

Im like why tf am I even putting an effort into entertaining the masses right? Hahaha id really just want to go create my own songs and play in the woods or play the blues in the ghettos or mountains than anywhere else. Im not interested in entertaining people or money. Yes thats what I meant in not wanting to show others. I dont want to entertain anyone.

People only care about what's trending and acceptable. Thats the thing actually. You should focus on your own interest. What you want to create. Getting people's praise or own views on it is good, but it shouldn't be the main objective.

Because people have their own taste or what they like which wont align with yours. For example: I love drawing landscapes, sad and ugly people drawn in a positive light (especially disabled), religious figures, animals, but all my classmates think off when they see my art is : "Yo that's cool. Ok whatever now draw me a woman with big tits and ass" Sigh...... I mean, sure I get you like that. But nah Im good.

Another example: Im decent with the old school blues and classical : Blind willie johnson or mctell, skip james and creedence clearwater revival. And when some folks see me playing the guitar, theyll 90% of the time tell me to play, Ed sheeran, justin bieber or adele. Which is nice, but XD sorry I dont know how to play this or it just isnt my taste.

And thats what I mean about other people's taste. What you see in your drawing, painting or musical piece other people wont see. Or theyll see it, but just in a different way.

Or maybe it depends. I think art can be an extension of your personality or experiences.
You can show someone a picture or video, but theyll never understand what you felt unless they were actually there or in your shoes.

Dear art students/ex art students

My classes start next week and I have to miss a whole day on the Friday of my very first week because I have to travel to see my family. The course is very intensive so I am very nervous about falling behind. I have been to university before but in a humanities degree missing a day at some points is not a big deal.

At the same time I do want to see my family. Does anyone have any experience on this?

Hey guys, I’m fairly new to drawing and im struggling to find nude body references to draw (both male and female). Are there any sites that you can recommend to me? Thanks!

Hello!

I was thinking of applying gold leaf on my canvas then paint acrylics on top of it. What is the sealer for the gold foil before I paint the acrylics? I need to make sure the acrylics will stick and last.

Thanks!