10 Tips for Beginner Digital Artists

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  • @Outlast-hh2zh
    @Outlast-hh2zh 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1926

    "You don't need fancy equipment"
    *logs on computer and goes to MS Paint*

    • @rederen3350
      @rederen3350 4 ปีที่แล้ว +223

      Hold your horses thats _too_ fancy

    • @squarrot9355
      @squarrot9355 4 ปีที่แล้ว +70

      Then proceeds to note features that her very fancy program can use

    • @sunflowercyts3994
      @sunflowercyts3994 4 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      Am i the only one who can draw good on MS paint

    • @squarrot9355
      @squarrot9355 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Yes
      (I'm an analog fan)

    • @zedbee2736
      @zedbee2736 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Hey, if it works for FlorkOfCows...

  • @TheWriter960
    @TheWriter960 7 ปีที่แล้ว +10721

    If I keep watching these art videos, I'm going to be the most educated Art person who can't actually art.

    • @moogiee_moo
      @moogiee_moo 7 ปีที่แล้ว +374

      ShaggyRedHead
      LITERALLY ME OML

    • @TheWriter960
      @TheWriter960 7 ปีที่แล้ว +361

      Well, I'm glad I'm not the only one. Also, if you're anything like me, I feel so bad for your self-confidence.

    • @starryhawks
      @starryhawks 7 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      ShaggyRedHead same

    • @remiiniscent
      @remiiniscent 7 ปีที่แล้ว +83

      I can relate to this on a personal level xD

    • @MrJcMinecrafter
      @MrJcMinecrafter 7 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Tru

  • @pixelatedgoddess8656
    @pixelatedgoddess8656 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3659

    When you're using traditional pen and paper and forget there's no undo button

  • @disuko
    @disuko 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1288

    Ever been drawing on pen and paper and reach for ctrl-z or command-z?

    • @goodclover
      @goodclover 5 ปีที่แล้ว +132

      I was writing once and reached for backspace.

    • @ariram407
      @ariram407 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Me 😂

    • @yamete7114
      @yamete7114 5 ปีที่แล้ว +60

      How bout zooming in

    • @may.flower608
      @may.flower608 5 ปีที่แล้ว +48

      Or you look up to try and find the undo button lmao

    • @doodlebees
      @doodlebees 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      angpug1 all the freaking time

  • @bramdaandels5335
    @bramdaandels5335 4 ปีที่แล้ว +234

    "you dont need fancy equipment"
    Me: *Takes the Wii*

  • @_Lucary
    @_Lucary 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1762

    ''You don't need fancy equipment...'' MS PAINT HERE I COME!

    • @CrimsonHybrid
      @CrimsonHybrid 7 ปีที่แล้ว +179

      Lucaria Oddly enough, I watched a video of someone drawing a photorealistic Santa Claus on MS Paint right before I watched this video.

    • @_Lucary
      @_Lucary 7 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      Crimson Hybrid Haha yeah I saw that too.

    • @CrimsonHybrid
      @CrimsonHybrid 7 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      Lucaria That was so awe-inspiring ;__;

    • @FirstnameLastname-gb4ww
      @FirstnameLastname-gb4ww 7 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      +Crimson Hybrid ikr

    • @jazzydrawz3792
      @jazzydrawz3792 7 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Lucaria Sai stopped for me so I am using Ms Paint

  • @ndeyedraws
    @ndeyedraws 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1001

    for the free drawing program, I would recommend getting Krita or FireAlpaca/MediBang. Krita has more natural brush texture than FireAlpaca/MediBang, but FireAlpaca/MediBang's UI is easier to understand than Krita. so you can download one of them (or both, like me haha) depending on your drawing style. this is just my opinion, though..

    • @JelArts
      @JelArts  7 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      Nadiyah Hasnada Thanks for the tips! I'm sure someone will find it helpful!

    • @cloudnine6610
      @cloudnine6610 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      JelArts Hi I just found a pawsome yt channel, JelArts. I just started watching your vids and it's awesome. And one day when you get one mil I'll be proud to say I've been here since 16k.

    • @iamnotokwithworms
      @iamnotokwithworms 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Nadiyah Hasnada
      Krita is a good program and I love it, it just takes a while to get used to

    • @iamnotokwithworms
      @iamnotokwithworms 7 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      For someone like me who's always used Krita, I find it harder to understand "simpler programs" because it's not what I'm used to

    • @ndeyedraws
      @ndeyedraws 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      IndigoKiwi hmmm make sense. but I refer to someone who is not yet familiar to any digital art programs and is looking for the free ones, so I think MediBang/FireAlpaca UI is easier to understand. and yeah Krita is soooo goodd I love their brushes bcs they looked natural. imo, aside from the UI, MediBang/fireAlpaca is better for solid line-art works like manga, etc, so that's why I said it depends on your personal style and preferences :D

  • @georgiabennett8533
    @georgiabennett8533 5 ปีที่แล้ว +766

    “There’s also Gimp...” *hesitates*

    • @AscendantStoic
      @AscendantStoic 5 ปีที่แล้ว +87

      Krita is good... Gimp on the other hand ....... ✋ 😕👎

    • @achild5864
      @achild5864 4 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      fire alpaca is really really good guys try it

    • @laurabuxel2718
      @laurabuxel2718 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Y’all should try ibispaint.....

    • @q_q123
      @q_q123 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I used Gimp in 2012 and it sucked. Maybe it's better now? Is it

    • @novadotflac
      @novadotflac 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @Queenofawesome25
      Krita is stellar, there're hundreds of brushes and they're all textured nicely with amazing blending modes ♡

  • @lukassjogren7910
    @lukassjogren7910 6 ปีที่แล้ว +353

    I remember my first tablet, it was 23 bucks and lasted almost 5 years.
    Just got myself a wacom, honestly not much of a difference. *other then me having to buy new nips once a month*
    And for software, I used to have SAI. Everybody said it was the best so I stuck to it. Then I tried medibang. I loved it and still do. I havent used SAI in forever
    Try different things! You never know what suits you the best if you dont try
    You dont need the fanciest stuff to draw! You can draw with a stick in the sand and it can look stunning. Start small, you'll get where you want eventually

    • @anica2797
      @anica2797 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      same!! i use medibang too

    • @kylo7907
      @kylo7907 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I just used a IPad and a apple pen for it and did art then I was like I lost the pen so my mom bought a Wacom so I use this all the time now

    • @anica2797
      @anica2797 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@kylo7907 lucky xd I wish I had a wacom they're godly

    • @user-ni7ho9qh9h
      @user-ni7ho9qh9h 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Same! I tried to use tools like Sai, Krita and Firealpaca, but in the end, my favourite program is still Medibang

    • @simrahqaddus7316
      @simrahqaddus7316 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I have medibang too! But I don't think I can get a tablet so I'm using a mouse to digital art. ._.

  • @RealBelisariusCawl
    @RealBelisariusCawl 5 ปีที่แล้ว +254

    Coming from the realm of *being a writer* I've got to say that *physical* art is so much of a pain to get used to.
    I want to be good at it, I want to be able to bring my stories to life, and I watch tutorials thinking "oh yeah sure, a little practice, I could get that done."
    Then I sit down with my little $80 tablet and actually try to make something and ...
    Well, I've seen *actual children* who make better art than what I put out.
    I know it's all a learning process, but when I see the beautiful things other people are able to create and compare it to my pre-school fingerpaints-looking stuff, it can be very demoralizing.
    Ask me to *describe* a scene and I can do that beautifully. Ask me to draw it, though, and it's gonna be a different story.

    • @dai_ryuu
      @dai_ryuu 5 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Oh I feel ya buddy

    • @Zaina129
      @Zaina129 5 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      I know bro, I tend to have terribly high expectations of certain characters of mine and poses and they are very clear in my mind however putting my ideas on paper (or a pc) has proven to be quite the challenge, however, nowadays now that I have a drawing tablet (it cost me 65) I've been trying to improve my drawings so that I can make something better each day, of course its not a matter of just being good at it, I've been drawing since I was 12 and now I'm 21 lol, it all depends on practice and also a very important thing: passion and dedication. As i just said, I've been drawing since I was 12, however, art is nothing but a hobby of mine, and since I do not hold the same passion and dedication to it as much as my major, it for sure became better, but at a really slow pace. There are other people that on the contrary, took as little as one year to make amazing improvements, but it was because they dedicate themselves to art. So don't discourage yourself before you even began, it takes time and love to make something good, just keep being persevering and try to get as many tips from tutorials and videos like this. Cheer up mate, don't give up! :)

    • @besosiriusrn
      @besosiriusrn 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      That's cause they are very different things. It takes a LOT of practice to get good at drawing. I have been drawing my whole life, and I'm still bad at tbh. It's like anything, it takes tons of practice and you start out bad, so If you are serious about draw everyday and learn

    • @explodingsun04
      @explodingsun04 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      You're not alone, I have the exact same struggles lol

    • @seigeengine
      @seigeengine 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Personally, this is part of my aversion to actually writing things. I find language wholly unsatisfactory for communicating visual information. It will always merely be a rough translation, and that's if you go into so much depth the most steadfast reader loses interest half-way through. Writing visuals is like painting with a mop.
      What I would suggest if you have this problem is: avoid trying to draw people, or even other animals at first. Especially people. Your brain is wired to process people, so even relatively minor errors can make them look horrifically wrong. Most other subject matter are far more forgiving of inaccuracies, and you might want to start there if you're struggling to continue.

  • @devilsworkshop5950
    @devilsworkshop5950 7 ปีที่แล้ว +407

    fire alpaca works well ... and a good cheap tablet is huion

    • @QuindariusGooch-s8o
      @QuindariusGooch-s8o 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I got an XP Pen 430 which has 2048 levels of pressure sensitivity for 35 euro including shipping, but i think you can get one for about $25 in America.On the other hand, there are $70 Wacom tablets with only 1048 levels of pressure sensitivity. Its a great starter tablet, its just not that well known.

    • @Mystique45_
      @Mystique45_ 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      El Gero I have that too and it's just as good as intuos imo. Mine is just really small

    • @FreakishSmilePA
      @FreakishSmilePA 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I have both FA and a Humion xD

    • @Moody__Mango
      @Moody__Mango 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      THAT'S ABSURD thank you

    • @emiliarendrag105
      @emiliarendrag105 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I love using firealpaca, it's a lot like other art programs like Sai and PS but with less tool and tricks (and completely free).
      As far as tablets go, I use the Intuos Draw and it's pretty good. It's only $80, so that's pretty cheap by tablet standards.

  • @Alicexxo
    @Alicexxo 7 ปีที่แล้ว +292

    DO U EVEN KNOW HOW HELPFUL THIS WAS

  • @Robotic_Gutz
    @Robotic_Gutz 5 ปีที่แล้ว +99

    Here's a list of free art programs for ya'll!
    Firealpaca: Windows, Mac
    Krita: Windows, Mac, Linux
    Gimp: Windows, Mac
    MS Paint: Windows
    Medibang paint pro: Windows, Mac

    • @oeaie7592
      @oeaie7592 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Thanks! also autodesk sketchbook and ibis paint x for phones

    • @jemmargilbert
      @jemmargilbert 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Medibang is also on phones and ipads!

    • @Robotic_Gutz
      @Robotic_Gutz 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@jemmargilbert Oh yeah :D

    • @Robotic_Gutz
      @Robotic_Gutz 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Elizabeth Murray there is actually an app that should already be on the chrome book called chrome canvas. You can also download this thing to download anything off the play store

    • @aaztha415
      @aaztha415 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      medibang is really good i use it on my ipad, phone and pc

  • @mokuchan7352
    @mokuchan7352 6 ปีที่แล้ว +434

    I was so interested in the comments section that I forgot to listen to what she was saying XDDDDD
    ( a.k.a you guys are the best :) )

  • @toaoaost
    @toaoaost 5 ปีที่แล้ว +296

    JelArts: american accent
    Also JelArts: control zed
    edit: guys please chill im kidding

    • @kyon-kyon-
      @kyon-kyon- 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Yurtle it’s obvious she has a canadian accent

    • @benfromvt
      @benfromvt 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      yurtle canadian

    • @naronic7403
      @naronic7403 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Dendle ...Canada is a part of North America

    • @shgds
      @shgds 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@benfromvt .....

    • @vampire_6
      @vampire_6 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Canadians and american accents have little to no difference

  • @gh0s7-704
    @gh0s7-704 7 ปีที่แล้ว +383

    Draws a line. Flips horizontally. It's a regular pentagon.

    • @ghostie_gutz
      @ghostie_gutz 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      GH0S7 704 i

    • @fuzzypanda6987
      @fuzzypanda6987 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      GH0S7 704 LMAO

    • @anica2797
      @anica2797 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Fr tho lmfaoooo

    • @marcoscruzherran7385
      @marcoscruzherran7385 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I see very often they flip the drawn, why they do that?

    • @davidisawesome8149
      @davidisawesome8149 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@marcoscruzherran7385 because the drawing should look good from both sides if it is accurate. Sometimes viewing it from only one side isn't too good.

  • @cloud-xu8ln
    @cloud-xu8ln 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2642

    "You can just use a cheap tablet to start"
    Me: iPhone...?

    • @Kaechri657
      @Kaechri657 7 ปีที่แล้ว +97

      HonneyDew I use my iPhone for my digital art :)

    • @alekk3687
      @alekk3687 7 ปีที่แล้ว +491

      An iPhone is far from "cheap".

    • @sqimi4188
      @sqimi4188 7 ปีที่แล้ว +204

      Girl I phones are 1000 dollars nowadays
      Just buy a tablet it's cheaper

    • @alekk3687
      @alekk3687 7 ปีที่แล้ว +93

      I would suggest doing digital art on a PC. Not only can you get better art programs but it is actually cheaper and much easier. Just buy a drawing tablet and start cheap. I am getting the Wacom Intuos Draw which gets really good reviews and is much cheaper than other tablets and is good for beginners. You can find it in blue, white or black. OIr try Huion, although I'm not sure about the price on their cheaper tablets. But they have pretty good reviews for their tablets as well.

    • @WolvesRockXD
      @WolvesRockXD 7 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      a good drawing app i use is called ibisPaint X, its a little confusing at first but you get the hang of it.

  • @alicexia423
    @alicexia423 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1499

    for those who really neeeeeeds photoshop to make good art.....
    you know...
    there's always a way to get it for free...

    • @ashpbrrrr
      @ashpbrrrr 7 ปีที่แล้ว +369

      Ah... I see you're a man of culture as well ;)

    • @arattic6170
      @arattic6170 7 ปีที่แล้ว +286

      Aliceartt Yohoho a pirate's life for me

    • @Mikalon90
      @Mikalon90 7 ปีที่แล้ว +113

      Yes since Photoshop CS 2 is out for free ;) Legally

    • @lilyjane6540
      @lilyjane6540 7 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      ;)

    • @lpspuppyg6476
      @lpspuppyg6476 7 ปีที่แล้ว +68

      I downloaded Paint Tool Sai for free lol
      It's a 'pirate' app tho

  • @daniellediy
    @daniellediy 5 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    I just got a Windows tablet that had Autodesk Sketchbook on it already, finding it pretty easy to use so far! ✍️

  • @nidhogg4890
    @nidhogg4890 5 ปีที่แล้ว +326

    "ctrl+zed"
    CANADIAN DETECTED

    • @seigeengine
      @seigeengine 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I'm a Canadian and it's ctrl+zee for me. :P

    • @cookii.8369
      @cookii.8369 5 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      I’m British and honestly I don’t even know how it’s pronounced here anymore

    • @ImAlivas
      @ImAlivas 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I think us U.S. people are weird
      Are we the only ones that say zee

    • @robynofrye4311
      @robynofrye4311 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      oooor... German :D

    • @zeearts9484
      @zeearts9484 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😂

  • @mokono5331
    @mokono5331 7 ปีที่แล้ว +404

    Every time I do traditional art I always try and find the undo button, then like 2 seconds later I realize there is none and get my eraser.

    • @KhOrganization
      @KhOrganization 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Avrozoex wat, how even?

    • @mokono5331
      @mokono5331 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      KhOrganization Shhhh..

    • @JelArts
      @JelArts  7 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      I have ctrl+z set to one of my express keys on my tablet so sometimes I'll almost reach for it when doing traditional art...

    • @raphprev7312
      @raphprev7312 7 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Sometimes, i think "this part doesnt look right, i should resize it" when im doing tradiotional art

    • @sundreary
      @sundreary 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      ngl i do that too

  • @jimmyvictus7305
    @jimmyvictus7305 7 ปีที่แล้ว +619

    everyone forgets ibis paint x

  • @FlufflePuffAJ
    @FlufflePuffAJ 7 ปีที่แล้ว +220

    ctrl z = Undo
    ctrl y = Redo

    • @funnyjoke3910
      @funnyjoke3910 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      ctrl+shift+z = redo*

    • @CaityRaindrop
      @CaityRaindrop 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ctrl shift z was redo in a program for me, odd to get used to but better in the long run cause I could do most shortcuts with 1 hand

    • @fluffy-hellhound
      @fluffy-hellhound 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ctrl + Alt + Z = Step Back

    • @bennett3327
      @bennett3327 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Unless if your an iPad user

    • @Void_Dragon
      @Void_Dragon 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@fluffy-hellhound
      Alright now
      We gonna do the basic step:
      Ctrl + Alt + Left = To the left
      Ctrl + Alt + Z = Take it back now y'all
      Ctrl + Alt + 1 = One hop this time
      Ctrl + Alt + Num 6 = Right foot. Let's stomp
      Ctrl + Alt + Num 4 = Left foot. Let's stomp
      Cha cha real smooth

  • @zens9669
    @zens9669 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Amazing tips, honestly. I found myself to be the DIY type of artist, who finds out their own stuff with Trial and Error but watching this actually saved me a lot of time. Yes, I'll still find out more things on my own but this inspires me to also learn how to take advice when needed! Thanks, subscribed!

  • @truepik
    @truepik 6 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    I agree, you don't need an expensive tablet to make digital art. I bought a wacom tablet (a5 dimensions) for like 70 dollars (60 euros) and it's great for a beginner.

    • @thatgirlinamask8699
      @thatgirlinamask8699 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same, i use it with Krita

    • @allison.kateep
      @allison.kateep 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      im gonna buy this tablet for 50 bucks. it has great reviews and is a 10 x 6 inch tablet. it also works with my computer sooo :)

    • @TheDifferentAnimator
      @TheDifferentAnimator 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @fljopfljop I’ve used a Huion 420 ($20-$25) for about a year and it works well! I would recommend it

    • @Makertart
      @Makertart 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same I also got a cheap (veikk a15)

    • @rey4874
      @rey4874 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheDifferentAnimator Huion is so good

  • @skullzy622
    @skullzy622 7 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    I happen to use the cheapest of the Wacom tablets and firealpaca. They're both easy to use and I recommend both.

    • @JelArts
      @JelArts  7 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Nice! Any artist can do great art with very cheap supplies :)

    • @thedrawingkrystal606
      @thedrawingkrystal606 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      I want one one the wacoms but ive just bought a windows 10 laptop / tablet so im just going to download fire alpaca on that and see how it works before i buy a proper drawing tablet

  • @AwesomeBlossom14
    @AwesomeBlossom14 7 ปีที่แล้ว +541

    Thanks this really helped, I need to work on my hand drawn art but I have been interested in trying out digital art.

    • @JelArts
      @JelArts  7 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      I'm glad it helped!

    • @plavix2215
      @plavix2215 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      question. How do i draw 3 pixel wide lines that don't look jittery? Is that even possible? or should i always draw with 20 pixel wide lines?

    • @artsideoflife
      @artsideoflife 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree this was super helpful!

    • @dispiritedhoney3657
      @dispiritedhoney3657 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Try to find a stabilizer in the program that you use, not all have one though so if not I would switch to one that has one if it bothers you a lot.

    • @dispiritedhoney3657
      @dispiritedhoney3657 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Also before you switch look into it and do research

  • @astrojade3611
    @astrojade3611 7 ปีที่แล้ว +326

    Or, if you draw digitally on a mobile device, there are free programs that work really well (my favorites are IbisPaint X or Medibang Paint). It has pretty much all the features a good computer program has and you can draw with your finger if you don't have or prefer a stylus.

    • @okayokokayok5372
      @okayokokayok5372 7 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      BecauseImHappie I use IbisPaint X too!

    • @maxela724
      @maxela724 7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      HI!!! I use ibisPaint X too! :3

    • @themrsnakebitee
      @themrsnakebitee 7 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      BecauseImHappie I use Sketchbook Express. My brother downloaded it for me on my granddad's ipad when i was 4 and im still using it today on my own ipad mini cx i dint think its very popular, i never really see or hear people talk about it

    • @emmb9306
      @emmb9306 7 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      i love ibis paint x. one short video and you get free tools for 18 hours

    • @srndach1738
      @srndach1738 7 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      SO IM NOT THE ONLY ONE USING IBIS PAINT X
      YAAAAAAYYY
      It's really good tho, especially for beginners :)

  • @AscendantStoic
    @AscendantStoic 5 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Personally (from what I have seen) I think pro-artists use custom brushes to save time, you don't have to use custom brushes to create nice looking digital art, but you need it if you want to be super efficient and meet deadlines while maintaining quality.

    • @mihailmilev9909
      @mihailmilev9909 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      So, as someon who is not an artist, and this is like my first proper art video, what's the difference? What is there to customize that isn't already there ig.

    • @klokke1541
      @klokke1541 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@mihailmilev9909 There are brushes that will instantly leave proper traces you need for example woodwork, metals and such things. These end up being easier to paint over as they already are shaped in a way where you won't need to go into much detail while working out the lines.

  • @seanbean517
    @seanbean517 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've been doing digital art for nearly ten years now, and your tips helped to remind me of a few things. Everyone, just keep practicing! Art programs are a bit overwhelming but if you explore them and find one that suits you and get used to it, you'll get better and better!

  • @meganryan9639
    @meganryan9639 7 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    Autodesk sketchbook is free and it looks really good! I would personaly recomend it for beginners ;)

  • @ModernAnimator
    @ModernAnimator 7 ปีที่แล้ว +84

    I never really thought about another view window. That actually would save even more time. Awesome!

    • @JelArts
      @JelArts  7 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      As soon as I learned you could do that, I never looked back!

    • @artsideoflife
      @artsideoflife 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      exactly less zoom in and zoom out :)

    • @florianspasti7642
      @florianspasti7642 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      but how can i do that?

    • @florianspasti7642
      @florianspasti7642 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      on a mac

    • @kouu_99
      @kouu_99 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      how would you get that window where you can see a zoomed-out view of what you're doing? i understand the reference one but you had that smaller picture of what you were doing and do you use a programme for that too?

  • @Samaniehas
    @Samaniehas 7 ปีที่แล้ว +109

    My digital art looks like trash this video was like a godsend

  • @orioleaszme3415
    @orioleaszme3415 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    This was really useful. I learned heaps of tips. I went out and bought my graphics pad, and it is cheap and small; like you said. The tips I loved the most were the second window so that you can always see your whole art piece, and the app for reference photos.

  • @kayzach4108
    @kayzach4108 5 ปีที่แล้ว +724

    DONT USE GIMP. IT WAS NOT MADE FOR DRAWING. KRITA IS 1000 times better

    • @TeamParkhillIsVerySad
      @TeamParkhillIsVerySad 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Kieren Sprackett yes it was... it was made for art and editing

    • @kayzach4108
      @kayzach4108 5 ปีที่แล้ว +66

      @@TeamParkhillIsVerySad wrong. It's even in tje name. Gnu image manipulation program.

    • @KenyuYukimiyaFan
      @KenyuYukimiyaFan 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@TeamParkhillIsVerySad its usually used for vector art, I honestly hated it it took so much time lol but that's just me

    • @Alex-mc5yn
      @Alex-mc5yn 5 ปีที่แล้ว +46

      I mean, Photoshop wasn't made for it either (in early versions), but it was amazing regardless. It's just unreasonably expensive. How do people not pirate software more often?

    • @aurorapaisley7453
      @aurorapaisley7453 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@might_be_james3079 fire alpaca compares pretty well with SAI

  • @lixinn8722
    @lixinn8722 7 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    I use 2 brushes, I use a free software called Medibang paint, I use mapping pen on opacity of 55% for the sketch, and then pen for lines, I have some more suggestions, 1) Use layers! people hate layers cuz well they can be hard to understand, but I love layers, it takes practice just like anything, don't give up! 2) Use reference, it does not make you a bad artist, it is so helpful! Just don't completely trace, lol. 3) most softwares have this but use the setting correction! It makes your lines smooth, and it's especially helpful if your hand is shaky like mine, lol. okay I hope my suggestions helped, bye....

    • @anica2797
      @anica2797 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      where do u find the correction thing in medibang???

    • @idrlc2123
      @idrlc2123 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      anica its called stabilizer its on top

    • @simrahqaddus7316
      @simrahqaddus7316 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah, using 40 correction is really helpful with a mouse!

  • @ovydka6779
    @ovydka6779 7 ปีที่แล้ว +477

    and for the people like me who cant even aford a drawing tablet just use the ibis paint x on your phone or tablet its a free program for the cheap people like me

  • @punkandrockgirf
    @punkandrockgirf 7 ปีที่แล้ว +127

    Medibang is very close to Photoshop and Sai. Also all of it's features are free on the tablet app.

    • @ChrisD__
      @ChrisD__ 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Angie K Only mainstream platform it's not on is Linux, but Krita and MyPaint cover that.

    • @stv10101
      @stv10101 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dinese K finally someone have the same opinion as me😂💔💔

    • @1n_ra1nbows
      @1n_ra1nbows 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I use medibang! :)

    • @hysuka2
      @hysuka2 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Medibang is awesome!

    • @entername3260
      @entername3260 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I use medibang too! It's awesome

  • @cleardiamond2685
    @cleardiamond2685 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm getting a drawing tablet, and I feel like I'm going to be prepared watching these things, art tips, drawing tablets, programs(I'm getting paint tool sai) I'm very excited about all these! I'm really enjoying your tips, and I feel like I'm ready to start digital art on the computer

  • @leen708
    @leen708 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am not a starter but I really wanted some tips because I am kinda feeling down about my art. I found this video really helpful, thank you. (btw the way you shade is magnificent!)

  • @javiknight20
    @javiknight20 7 ปีที่แล้ว +244

    For you digital artists, FireAlpaca is a super great app and it's completely free. I recommend it, it's kind of same than photo shop

    • @purplefire2834
      @purplefire2834 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Javierricardo Caballero Medibang is similar to FireAlpaca, but it has cloud saving, more brushes, and a separate circle/elipse snap, which FA doesn't have from what I remember.

    • @Nick4X
      @Nick4X 7 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Purple Fire 28, But there are also some brushes that FireAlpaca has that Medibang doesn't. Each has their own advantage. Medibang has a cloud you can save your drawings to, FireAlpaca has onion skin mode, Medibang has more snaps, FireAlpaca has my dearly love Marker brush, etc.

    • @purplefire2834
      @purplefire2834 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Medibang does have a marker brush. You may just need to download it from the cloud first, which has 100+ brushes. But I understand what you mean.

    • @leah49810
      @leah49810 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      When I downloaded firealpaca i could not start the program up and since it took up quite a bit of space i have to say i do not recommend FireAlpaca.

    • @Marie_Daisy
      @Marie_Daisy 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Javierricardo Caballero FIRE ALPACAS DA BEST! I tried medibang and it was the exact same but like a different layout. It's good and easy.

  • @UltimatePerfection
    @UltimatePerfection 7 ปีที่แล้ว +137

    GIMP is terrible for digital painting. Krita's better for it. Nevertheless, I use both. Where GIMP shines, is the thing it was named after (full name's GNU Image Manipulation Program), which is photo manipulation. Things like removing zitz from your photos or putting your face on bodies of bodybuilders because let's be honest, you'll never be as handsome as them.

    • @victoriacrudup3477
      @victoriacrudup3477 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ok first of all GIMP is awesome and if you don't like it for digital find another one and stop complaining. It's not there fault your not good it. And second of all LET'S NOT FORGET FIRE ALPACA!

    • @kenyagarland8760
      @kenyagarland8760 6 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@victoriacrudup3477 They weren't complaining, just pointing out that GIMP is probably not the best for painting, which it's not lmao. Like they said it's awesome for photo manipulation :)

    • @duckdeffected4288
      @duckdeffected4288 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@victoriacrudup3477 and not forget Toon boom harmony!,

    • @victoriacrudup3477
      @victoriacrudup3477 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@duckdeffected4288 yesssssss! 🤩

    • @duckdeffected4288
      @duckdeffected4288 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@victoriacrudup3477 lol xD i'm using Paint Tool SAİ, harmony, and photshop xD (bc i cant draw)

  • @zerowowo
    @zerowowo 7 ปีที่แล้ว +185

    Ctrl Z is my hero.. it's my savior

    • @JelArts
      @JelArts  7 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I wish it existed in real life!

    • @zerowowo
      @zerowowo 7 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      ikrr sometimes when im drawing irl and i make a mistake i look for ctrl z and realize im not drawing digitally ;-;

    • @splatzone9168
      @splatzone9168 7 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Ctrl Zesus

    • @svendie-gramm1378
      @svendie-gramm1378 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      unless it's photoshop

    • @ArkodaX
      @ArkodaX 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sevrid Grey you can change the keyboard shortcut though

  • @wolfhawk1999
    @wolfhawk1999 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The multiple windows tip was worth the whole video. That's a brilliant tip, thank you

  • @holderofstars
    @holderofstars 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    For anyone who hasn’t tried using clip layers I highly suggest looking up a video (or figuring it out yourself) to see how they work just found them and it has helped me greatly!

  • @spacephan9911
    @spacephan9911 7 ปีที่แล้ว +355

    I tried to zoom in while irl drawing I'm so used to digital art

    • @JelArts
      @JelArts  7 ปีที่แล้ว +92

      Sometimes I have to remind myself that there's no Ctrl+z in real life!

    • @spacephan9911
      @spacephan9911 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      GirlyNyan Cat phan is reAlllllll

    • @mileskilometers4302
      @mileskilometers4302 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same haha

    • @Shoshii
      @Shoshii 7 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Nikola Janevski Same, my fingers would just tap on the desk, trying to undo but it takes me awhile to realize that this is traditional 😂

    • @wintersart8397
      @wintersart8397 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      spacephan Ditto!! Lol

  • @neftalirojas2601
    @neftalirojas2601 7 ปีที่แล้ว +73

    omg I feel like a professional now

    • @JelArts
      @JelArts  7 ปีที่แล้ว +34

      Ah, thank you! That actually means a lot

  • @vanessawh
    @vanessawh 7 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    (OPINION)
    For me, I just use a freaking iPad, a stylus, and many free art apps that really work well. I would recommend starting like this, and then get a drawing tablet. But like I said, this is my opinion. If you are going to do this, I recommend the apps medibang and ibis paint.
    Note: I'm not hating on this video at all, this video is very helpful!
    Edit: If you don't have an iPad, then go for the drawing tablet. It's kinda common to have an iPad that's why I said this...

    • @DatGermanPlays
      @DatGermanPlays 7 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      An iPad is more expensive than a Drawing Tablet lol

    • @vanessawh
      @vanessawh 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hustensaftschmuggler True, but in some cases it's more common to have

    • @vanessawh
      @vanessawh 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Rachel Animations yeah! :)

    • @DatGermanPlays
      @DatGermanPlays 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Rachel Animations But if you want to try drawing, and you don't have an IPad, you better buy a drawing tablet ;)

    • @vanessawh
      @vanessawh 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hustensaftschmuggler yes we know.

  • @nolanxart
    @nolanxart 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    For a whole canvas view window in Krita, go to Settings > Dockers > Overview. Also, for flipping your image horizontally, press "M" (for mirror). Thanks for sharing your tips!

  • @dear_totheheart
    @dear_totheheart 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This was a phenomenal video, so helpful, precise, and practical! Thanks so very much for taking the time to go through each of the tips so thoroughly and to explain why you think each would be helpful. This was honestly so wonderful and unlike most tutorials I often see that are rather vague. Hope there will be more in the future and can't wait to see more of your art :)

  • @sciverzero8197
    @sciverzero8197 7 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Clip Studio Paint. Its way better than Photoshop for most painting and inking and drawing. It regularly goes on sale for $25 USD (this is called Manga Studio for physical copies)
    CSP is basically designed with digital artists in mind, whereas photoshop is designed with more general toolsets in mind for image editing.
    CSP also has a number of tools in it that are intended to help ease user error (wiggly strokes) or even hardware error (custom pressure curves for all your brushes)
    I can't go into all the ways my life started to suck so much less with CSP compared to the constant misery of trying to do things in photoshop even WITH "artisty appropriate tools."
    CSP is so good at enabling you to just draw, that you can even do very nice inking with a mouse. No tablet required. CSP has tools to compensate for that. I can't recommend enough that you all go download the trial and play with it.
    Its the program of choice for a lot of streaming artists, and being more, yes, MORE feature rich than photoshop, at a fraction of the price, and even lower regularly, I cannot explain to you how important it is that you know about it.
    (also, on a moderate few-year old laptap with middling performance at best, CSP handles canvases well over 10k x 10k without slowing down or becoming unstable, while Photoshop seems to start having issues at 2048 and above on the same budget hardware.)
    As an artist, it may be the best $25 of your life.

    • @Xcalibus28
      @Xcalibus28 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Absolutely agree with what you say about CSP, after every update they make the program even better. It was worth the £40 and will probably never go back to photoshop again. It's a great all rounder product especially if you like animating and I recommended it to artists of all levels.

    • @pokegurl123456
      @pokegurl123456 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree 100% that program saved me after my Photobucket expired

    • @dibel3669
      @dibel3669 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      My dude.... You can get Photoshop for free

    • @brittleglass9077
      @brittleglass9077 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      You just had to type a whole essay right?

  • @Red-tf3no
    @Red-tf3no 7 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    Clip Studio Paint on their website is around 50-60 dollars, however if you go to amazon you can get it for half the price around 25 dollars. Just thought anyone who is looking to buy a good art program for cheap would like to know....

  • @Grace-vy7tl
    @Grace-vy7tl 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    These are some great tips! I use medibang which is a free paint program. And about the "tradigital" art style, when I first started digital art I did just digital but it wasn't very good, then I didn't tradigital which at the time I didn't know was a thing until I talked to some friends about. I slowly faded away from that, but sometimes I go back to it. And digital art and traditional art have their differences but it is just personal preference. Nice vid!

  • @animepabu5526
    @animepabu5526 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I watched this when it came out and I never really payed attention to it. But now I’m rewatching it, it’s helping a lot :3

  • @laurencelikeit459
    @laurencelikeit459 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yup, from my couple of years experience digitally colouring in free line art downloaded from the internet, I concur these are some excellent tips. Thank you very much!

  • @SparkleByMonica
    @SparkleByMonica 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    That kitty is so cute!! I've gotten into working with clipart to make digital cards or bottle caps, but I've only tried making actual clipart by using and filling shapes. I can't seem to control my mouse well enough to draw. lol. Thanks for these tips!

    • @CraftyCreators
      @CraftyCreators 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      I was scouring the net trying to select today's topic for my new channel's group for the Top 10 Tuesday. I'm sharing your video with my crafty creators group and my older Sparkle list. I'd never heard of Krita, but have seen GIMP. I actually learned alot in Photoshop, so I typically use that, but understand it won't be a vectored image like in Adobe Illustrator. I am not experienced with Illustrator as much though. So I may give Krita a try if I experiment more with drawing rather than working in PS with shapes as mentioned above. Thanks for giving these great tips! I love the kitty cat, so I'm also going to share over at my Sparkle by Monica channel, too. Have a great day!

    • @Rvc546
      @Rvc546 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      You can darw on paper and trace it from pen tool(illustraitor)

  • @Darqoni
    @Darqoni 7 ปีที่แล้ว +267

    You should NOT just shade with different hues Unless you know Why you're doing it.
    Learn how light works and why sometimes a shadow has different color. ( usually because of bouncelight, or sometimes color temperature; not just some random funnies blah)

    • @imasian2030
      @imasian2030 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @Genevieve17 the power of science and learning

    • @anica2797
      @anica2797 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      o thats some good advice thxx

    • @Magdalenka2001
      @Magdalenka2001 6 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      @Genevieve17 you should check some tutorials on TH-cam how to understand colours and light! I suggest you to watch Marco's Bucci videos, they are really helpful and he explain everything perfectly!

    • @Nerdcoresteve1
      @Nerdcoresteve1 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Meh. I just use whatever color looks good to me. Can't stop me.

    • @tuksc
      @tuksc 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Exactly. The thumbnail is stupid

  • @fancycorey663
    @fancycorey663 7 ปีที่แล้ว +215

    That moment u can't find your drawing tablet pen......

    • @delphin2628
      @delphin2628 7 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      ...and when you do find it after three FREAKING hours but it's in your pencil case

    • @canigetayass5912
      @canigetayass5912 7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      It happened to me the other day I think I cried a little

    • @DiegoMartinez-cz5yz
      @DiegoMartinez-cz5yz 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Boi, happens really often.

    • @shellovisionhd
      @shellovisionhd 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      When ever I don't use it I put it on the stand and on charge

    • @mxpph
      @mxpph 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I lost mine, i had one for playing osu! but now I wanna try and get into drawing. Can't find it. Gonna buy a new one instead, it was pretty bad anyway (wacom bamboo)

  • @nlbadguy
    @nlbadguy 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    THANK
    YOU
    SO MUCH!
    I work in 3d character modeling, but videos like yours help A LOT! Just promoting software's like you did here helps others! Thank you, keep up with good work and *pawsome* art! :3

  • @zoeh.8316
    @zoeh.8316 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i love my wacom tablet because the pen has 2 buttons on it which i use for pan/zoom and undo. on the tablet it also has 4 buttons which i can bind to do anything so i set it to change brush opaqueness, brush size, switch brush and switch layer. I can do almost everything without touching the keyboard, super useful!!

  • @akenoartworks5363
    @akenoartworks5363 7 ปีที่แล้ว +119

    how tf did i see this in my dream last night

    • @JelArts
      @JelArts  7 ปีที่แล้ว +61

      Oh my gosh, why do I find this so funny? XD

    • @bremcurt9514
      @bremcurt9514 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Akeno Artworks You probably did not. Your brain does some strange things you know...

    • @NishitPowerhouse
      @NishitPowerhouse 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Akeno Artworks ha ha happens and then I freak out😂

    • @imienazwisko6527
      @imienazwisko6527 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Akeno Artworks UR brain is just a pranker.

    • @bremcurt9514
      @bremcurt9514 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Nishit Powerhouse No need to worry. It probably is your brain foolin ya. Looks like yours is a gangster. It makes you scared

  • @emmb9306
    @emmb9306 7 ปีที่แล้ว +159

    I Draw on my phone *cant afford Drawing tablet or Computer* and use a fine point stylus and An app called ibis paint which is free and I still manage to draw (decent) things. lmfao

    • @Sayurii
      @Sayurii 7 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Katie Monet same ! but i use medibang

    • @bluebubbletea4
      @bluebubbletea4 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      many professional artists which do commissions work on tablets or phones! most tablets work on desktop computers too, and I bought my first tablet for £20!

    • @nebulance4289
      @nebulance4289 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      How do you draw on a phone sceen??
      I can't handle the small space to work on.

    • @gatzmatz
      @gatzmatz 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      lol same

    • @heatheraitchison9056
      @heatheraitchison9056 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Katie Monet i Use it too. It's amazing g

  • @krypup
    @krypup 5 ปีที่แล้ว +161

    "You can use a cheap tablet."
    HAH
    I use a Desktop Computer and a friggin' Wired Mouse.

    • @TeamParkhillIsVerySad
      @TeamParkhillIsVerySad 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Krystifor Cheever I use a trackball mouse

    • @thatgirlinamask8699
      @thatgirlinamask8699 5 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      @Team Parkhill Nah, you gotta wire the Wii balance board

    • @aster-naut
      @aster-naut 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Krystifor Cheever mad respect

    • @ProjectFraz
      @ProjectFraz 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Or you could just use a real paint brush right onto the screen.
      Wait... No nevermind, don't do that.

    • @bedge7782
      @bedge7782 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I personally use the wii steering wheel.

  • @BewitchedKitten
    @BewitchedKitten 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    The pureref program is the most useful thing I’ve ever heard of I caN’T BELIEVE I’M ONLY NOW HEARING ABOUT IT 😭

  • @pplaguerat9229
    @pplaguerat9229 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    My lil brother wants to be an animator so I'm giving him my drawing tablet to use. I didn't like using a drawing tablet, I'm switching to iPad

    • @pastelpanta2966
      @pastelpanta2966 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same I don't like using a pen either I like using my fingers. I'm fine with it for the sketch but I can't use a pen for the lineart. I can ink stuff traditionally but its just what I prefer.

  • @heatherstiver1806
    @heatherstiver1806 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thanks for these great tips. I'm looking forward to do digital art, and these easy tips can get me more satisfied of my art. (Btw I am a 13 (almost 14) year old girl who reallllyy wants to do digital art for a long time, soooo yeah)

    • @notcutedoge1700
      @notcutedoge1700 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Me too i'm 14 almost 15 but i still don't have art style i only use my phone, but i'll be using a pen tablet soon it arrives here in our house.. Good luck to us!!

  • @ginasartcorner5686
    @ginasartcorner5686 7 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I already knew this was a video from you, even before I´ve seen the name under the video.
    I love this cute galaxy cat*-* and you did give amazing tips!
    OOoh I didn´t draw for so long digitally :D but as I did I used Gimpf. I have Krita now too, but I´m just overhelmed with all that it has :D and somehow its realy crashing etc for me :(

    • @JelArts
      @JelArts  7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      How did you know?? The thumbnail or something?
      Thank you so much!

    • @ginasartcorner5686
      @ginasartcorner5686 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      YOu´re welcome!
      Yeah I did see the thumbnail (and absolutely forgot your sketch of this cat :D ) but as I have seen it I was like: Oh this has to be from JelArts!
      Just recognized your style :)

    • @JelArts
      @JelArts  7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ohh I get it now! For some reason I thought you meant you knew I was going to do a video about digital tips or something, I read it completely wrong! XD That's cool you could tell it was from me!

    • @ginasartcorner5686
      @ginasartcorner5686 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      :D its allright! Maybe I did wrote it a bit wrong >///

  • @mariethebiscuit
    @mariethebiscuit 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your explanations and voice are really good! I've definitely learned a lot, even just by watching how you do art.

  • @mollymawillustration4596
    @mollymawillustration4596 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm mainly a watercolour artist but I do want to learn more about digital art, so that I have a broader skill set and capabilities, thank you so much for sharing these tips!

  • @alyssa915
    @alyssa915 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This video helped me SOOO much!!! Wow!!! Thank you!!! I’m gonna go try my hand at new art now!!!

  • @adeadgirl13
    @adeadgirl13 5 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    I learned a new word: tradigital!

    • @Lenoeninade
      @Lenoeninade 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Ahh yes when you draw a picture on paper then go over and colour it digitally

    • @pastelpanta2966
      @pastelpanta2966 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Lenoeninade Ayy

  • @nightmarrifan001
    @nightmarrifan001 7 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I use a $100 tablet (Intuos draw) and FireAlpaca

  • @thehappychicken7718
    @thehappychicken7718 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m so new too this! I recently got an iPad 7th gen and an Apple Pencil so I decided to take good use of it I was so exited I even bought procreate just to come to the realization that I suck at drawing and meaning I would have to watch tutorials and yours is pretty good and inspiring yet again makes me sad I can’t draw a pretty character

    • @nienke7716
      @nienke7716 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      How do you find it and hpw fast dp the nibs rum down on the glass? Im getting an ipad 2019+pen next week or something and itl use all my money butn im really exited ❤

  • @SpiderRealm
    @SpiderRealm 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    You can also change the short cut keys to whatever key you want it for! I have all my most used stuff set to the left side of my keyboard since I'm right handed and I use my left hand to hit the shortcut keys! It makes things so much easier! :D

  • @reginaldbarbaton5316
    @reginaldbarbaton5316 7 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I like krita more! :D btw ur videos are so helpful!!! thx!

    • @JelArts
      @JelArts  7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thank you so much!

  • @PurrbotArt
    @PurrbotArt 6 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    I dont even use a tablet i just use my phone and ibis paint x. Thanks for all the advice though! ^-^

  • @corintia13x
    @corintia13x 7 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    so useful even if I am not a beginner😍😘

  • @StormyBuckets
    @StormyBuckets 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    if you're having trouble with shaky lines, use textured brushes. It'll diffuse the jitter a lot!

    • @StormyBuckets
      @StormyBuckets 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      also: Don't be afraid to do small, quick drawings. I fins that things I do in a flash of inspiration, not worrying about perfection, come out waaaay nicer.

  • @sirmrdylan
    @sirmrdylan 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    So excited to start making digital art, gave myself a chance at drawing a while back and I actually like it! Thanks for the tips, I'll put them to good use!

  • @Mo_Nilla_Co
    @Mo_Nilla_Co 7 ปีที่แล้ว +475

    Control Zed? We found a Canadian here. XD

    • @JelArts
      @JelArts  7 ปีที่แล้ว +58

      Monai Martin 😏

    • @corks8185
      @corks8185 7 ปีที่แล้ว +83

      found a nonamerican, more like it.

    • @Mo_Nilla_Co
      @Mo_Nilla_Co 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Ha!

    • @keys4784
      @keys4784 7 ปีที่แล้ว +42

      Actually, I think America is the only country that is a primary English speaking country that doesn't pronounce is Zed.

    • @humanperson2775
      @humanperson2775 7 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      When I lived in Canada I pronounced it zee, and I lived in Canada since I was 3 but now I live in America (just trying to say that I always pronounced it zee, even in Canada)

  • @fallenserenity2127
    @fallenserenity2127 6 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    “You should buy a cheap tablet if your just starting out” well I mean, technically Christmas bought my cintiq

    • @Vikkihii
      @Vikkihii 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same😅

    • @Vikkihii
      @Vikkihii 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same😅

    • @melanieaudet
      @melanieaudet 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      LOL Same, except I bought a 21.5" XP-Pen display tablet because I like looking at the screen where I'm drawing. 😅

  • @deillustratorkyle1745
    @deillustratorkyle1745 5 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    your voice is so cute ;)

  • @graftedworks
    @graftedworks 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your tip for adding the layer with Color blend mode for checking color values!

  • @Ellexjpg
    @Ellexjpg 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really great and simple tricks. I've been drawing digitally for years and didn't know/think to use some of these. Thanks.

  • @beepinbopin
    @beepinbopin 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Litreally five minutes ago I foud out that the back of my drawing tablet are space nibs
    IVE HAD THIS TABLET FOR LIKE 2 YEARS ;w;

  • @CubsYT
    @CubsYT 6 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    TH-cam recommends to you: "art tips for beginners" - DAMN YOU TH-cam!

    • @seeyah3027
      @seeyah3027 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😂 same dude, same

    • @CubsYT
      @CubsYT 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@seeyah3027 responding to a one year old comment are you? that's bold haha

    • @seeyah3027
      @seeyah3027 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Cubus32 is there anything wrong with that?

  • @Piper-eo2bj
    @Piper-eo2bj 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    "You don't need fancy equipment." "Use a drawing tablet."
    Ah, so I can use my Samsung android tablet. There's no pressure sensitivity, but hey, it's something.

  • @Violet-rv1fv
    @Violet-rv1fv 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Everytime i search for a tutorial on something, you have it and it's so helpful because i love the way you arT

    • @JelArts
      @JelArts  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm happy to hear that :))

  • @lfamvs5520
    @lfamvs5520 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is extremely helpful! Thank you so much!
    Also, listening while watching how you draw that cat is pretty relaxing.

  • @leylacones7501
    @leylacones7501 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    “you can make art with a cheap tablet”
    i wanted to get one but my dad said “if you’re getting one, you’re getting a good one” so today we ordered a wacom cintiq 16 ._.

    • @JetHammer
      @JetHammer 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Cool dad.

    • @mariwade6061
      @mariwade6061 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      don’t be depressed that’s so good

    • @extranosense9553
      @extranosense9553 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dude your dad is fucking sick

  • @smolfrenchtoast9799
    @smolfrenchtoast9799 5 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I use my phone with my stylus and ibispaint x 😂😂

    • @NyoMoNyom
      @NyoMoNyom 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Meeee toooo (on my galaxy)

    • @ahmednasrulla4766
      @ahmednasrulla4766 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Galaxy note gang. You can actually use it as a graphics tablet with a pc now. Works great on kirta. Pressure sensitivity too

    • @Jivi_Galaxy
      @Jivi_Galaxy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Me too 😂 .(diy stylus)

    • @Wren796
      @Wren796 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lmao, I remember the times I could draw with my finger on a phone and now.. I never wanna go back to it tbh

  • @YnaDv21
    @YnaDv21 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I just started drawing on my phone (even tho i cant draw that good) and it hurt my wrist so bad so bow im investing in a tablet :< Always remember to rest ur hands ppl

  • @ashheart5748
    @ashheart5748 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have the Krita program and I highly recommend it! And you're right you don't need a huge expensive drawing tablet, I have a tiny one but it is awesome!

  • @DoodleStuff
    @DoodleStuff 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for this, I think for me, the smaller screen and the pureref app will be the most useful things. I've been trying to improve my digital art for a while now so I really think these could help me. Thanks ✌️👍

  • @hummingbrdjuice
    @hummingbrdjuice 7 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I use FireAlpaca, since it is free, easy to use, and it is not a virus

    • @funnyjoke3910
      @funnyjoke3910 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Krita is literally open source, I can gaurantee it's not a virus

    • @ravendash123
      @ravendash123 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      when i downloaded krita, it didn't let me do anything and it said i needed to pay $12 a month so im using FireAlpaca instead

    • @funnyjoke3910
      @funnyjoke3910 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Don't know what you're talking about, I've never had that problem. Maybe try a more recent release soon.

    • @C0mm3ntm0nst3r
      @C0mm3ntm0nst3r 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@ravendash123You must've done something very wrong because this simply isn't true in any capacity.

  • @heresmspaint
    @heresmspaint 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Me: *has been drawing for 5+ years*
    Also me: *always click on videos about beginner art tips, even though i always know all of them already, because i find them wholesome and entertaining*

  • @blacksnack1135
    @blacksnack1135 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    **looks at the top-left corner...*
    WHAT!? there's a second version!?
    **quickly opens google*

  • @mayanaise9360
    @mayanaise9360 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow! That really helped me! I already have all my programs and my huion tablet, but after watching this video i went to work and started drawing and it was SO much better than before! Thanks! Subed btw!

  • @lindevoskamp4948
    @lindevoskamp4948 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    The reference one is a very good tip
    but for the people who use medibang there is an option withing medibang that can place a reference that you can drag around (or put next to layer etc.) so you can see you reference while drawing.

  • @whackattack
    @whackattack 6 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    "I'm going to be doing a demonstration on the screen"
    Shows screen mode