Luigi is the comic relief / punching bag character in the most popular series of video games of all time, Mario. There are many different models of Luigi that you can make or acquire made from plush and die-cast. This video will teach you how to make a two-dimensional (at least by Lego standards) model of Luigi out of Lego blocks. The video uses a computer program, but you can use real blocks obviously should you so choose. Would make a great wall hanging!
Superheroes have out of this world bodies. They are in perfect, prime condition and often look super-human. Learning to draw a superhero body is different than that of a normal person.
Written and illustrated by Masashi Kishimoto, "Naturo" is an ongoing Japanese manga series. The plot tells the story of a young ninja named Naruto Uzumaki, who constantly searches for recognition & aspires to become the ninja in his village that is acknowledged as the leader and the strongest of all, also called a Hokage. The series is based on a one-shot comic by Kishimoto that was published in the August 1997 issue of Akamaru Jump and has since grown into a phenonmenon.
This tutorial uses Photoshop, but any software program that lets you draw will be able to replicate this tutorial. Without using a model, here's how you can draw the comic book character Wolverine from X-Men in a variety of dynamic and powerful poses.
Sonic the hedgehog is the titular character of the media franchise of the same name which has spawned numerous games, animated movies, comics and TV series.
For all the massive comic book geeks out there (be proud!) some of you may be very familiar with Sally Jupiter from the amazing Alan Moore graphic novel, The Watchmen. For those who watched the movie, that counts too. If you're looking to recreate her old costume from her time with The Minutemen, check out this three part video series! In it you will get a full tutorial on how to create every aspect of the costume on the cheap as well as sowing the dress and more!
In this video, we learn how to draw Venom. Start out by drawing the outline of the entire body of the character. Use a soft line to create light lines throughout the entire body. After you have completed this, use a more bold line to draw around the body and start filling in details. Add the veins to the arms and then use shading to make them look more realistic. Draw in the details of the face and tongue, then continue on until you reach the torso to the feet. Once finished with the drawing,...
In this two part instructional video, you will learn how to draw and design anything at all using perspective. This technique is great for adding backdrops and objects to your comic books and drawings. You will receive step by step tips on how to get your drawings to look realistic, while sketching them in a computer program like Photoshop.
This speed-drawing tutorial demonstrates how to draw a futuristic soldier character with a flamethrower and a gas mask on your computer. It moves very quickly, but if you can't keep up you can reference the artist's step-by-step sketches where he breaks down the steps he takes in copious detail. The background is intentionally vague so that you can fill in whatever you like, most likely a post-apocalyptic setting of some kind. A good view for any comic book, fantasy, or science fiction artist.
Idrawgirls has another great tutorial for you. Everyone remembers Jean Grey from X-Men, one of the most powerful superheroes in the comic book. Watch this tutorial to learn how to draw her the right way. Follow line by line as idrawgirls shows you how to sketch Jean Grey in a powerful pose.
Photoshop is a useful software program that allows its users to make any photo look better or different using a couple of easy techniques. You can turn one of your favorite photos into a comic book, add some clouds in a cloud free sky, and even show you and your favorite celebrity sitting next to each other side by side. In this video you'll be taught the steps of making stencils using the tracing method and brush tool in Adobe Photoshop, version CS3. Enjoy!
Anime is a funky style of cartooning. Japanese animation is increasingly popular these days but takes a bit of practice to draw.
He may not be Mickey, but he is just as darn cute. If you are looking to learn how to cartoon, and wish to create a cute little mouse character, check out this video. In this tutorial you will learn to draw like a cartoonist, at an intermediate level, using basic shapes to create a character.
This video shows how to draw the comics character Spawn, a former CIA operative killed by his own men and afterwards recruited to be a general in Hell's army. Running at a 6x speed, you will find it easy to replicate. To accomplish this task, you'll need a sheet of paper, a pencil and red, grey and black markers. In less than 10 minutes, without any special drawing skills and simply by following the tracing and coloring shown in this video, you will finish a fully colored entire body drawing ...
This video is an extremely quick yet advanced tutorial of how to create Japanimation eyes in the Adobe Flash program. Otherwise known as "Manga", this style was created in the late 19th century Japan and is still commonly used in comics, books, media and cartoons. This is not a basic tutorial since you must have a general knowledge of how to use the tools in Adobe products like Photoshop, Flash and Imageready. Using the transform, vector and paint brush tools to create the shapes that make up...
This video teaches how to not answer the question "How do you manage stress?" The woman is interviewing for a journalism position. She begins her response by saying that she reads comic books that talk about being laid back. The video points out that you need to stay professional in your response. She says that others call her a slacker, which is not a good thing to say during an interview. She disregarded the importance of the company and position, which shows a lack of commitment.
If you are inspired by Japanese Manga art then check out this video on how you can draw Ichigo. Ichigo is a fictional character in some Manga comics. He's the main protagonist in the Bleach franchise. Don't worry; you don't have to be a great artist to draw this picture. Step by step instructions are given, ensuring that each line and shape looks correct in the end. You can amaze your friends by drawing this unique character and even teach them how to draw it.
Manga is a popular form of comics and print cartoons that dates as far back as the 1945 U.S. occupation of Japan. This video tutorial shows how to draw a basic anime manga boy using a marker. Start with the eyes making sure to include white circles to imply glossy pupils. Next draw a slight nose and mouth within the shape of a face. Add the left ear and include spiky disheveled hair. After including a slight neckline, base the head in a collared shirt.
Attention aspiring anime cartoonists! This holiday season make your own holiday cards by drawing your very own anime Santa Claus on the front, with this step by step lesson tutorial on how to make the perfect chibi 'ol Saint Nick and later in the video, how to color it in with the help of your computer's general coloring or paint program. Anime and what is called "manga" (comics and print cartoons in the Japanese language) will make your Christmas card stand out from the rest! Good luck!
Batgirl. Who wouldn't want to be Batgirl for Halloween? Batgirl is the female counterpart to the all-too-famous Batman from DC Comics. See how to make a Batgirl costume in this video from GiannyL.
Ever wonder how some one created that piece of art? Inking, as shown in this how-to video, is a common technique used in comics, but can be applied to any other fine art. You might want to use a copy of the original drawing in case of any inking mistakes. Watch this video drawing tutorial and learn how to ink a wolf drawing with tech or micron pens.
Creativity is one of our most unique features. We can dream up gods and demons and give them form through drawing. We can even take a two-dimensional surface and bring our ideas to life in three dimensions. It only takes a little training for our giant imaginations to blossom on the page.
Next to Game of Thrones, Harry Potter is one of the most beloved franchises in entertainment today, and now we have another peek at its dive into augmented reality.
This week, the recurring theme in augmented reality can be summed up fairly succinctly: content is king.
While augmented reality experiences can already appear to be magical, particularly to the uninitiated, one developer is doubling down on its mystical potential for the ever-popular Magic: The Gathering card game.
The lovely Kato of Steampunk Couture has gone hardcore. For those who prefer to exercise their imaginations a bit more, Voila! Veronique Chevalier in Gearhearts Steampunk Glamour Revue- click here should do... A recent kerfuffle unfolded on facebook's Steampunk Revolution group when a discussion was started by Steampunk R &D''s very own Austin Serkin on the subject of Kato's new foray into steampunk porn, which was, ahem, examined in detail. (Well, figuratively, not literally, since her websi...
Do you feel like you will go crazy if you see another website written in Comic Sans? You are not alone. In this tutorial, learn how to download free fonts online and install them on your computer for use in Photoshop. By using new fonts, you can guarantee that your graphics will look unique and polished.
If paper art is your forte and you are looking for some new and exciting ideas to do with paper, then your search ends here. Watch this video and teach yourself how to make a do-it-yourself zine. Sam Proof tells you how to make a zine in minutes. You will be needing a sheet of paper, a pair of scissors and a pen. The instructions are all very easy to follow. You can use this idea to create your own comic booklet or anything that needs printing in a zine.
I go over one way how to draw cthulhu. Ever since the san diego comic convention I've been obsessed with the character. I start with a light framework, and go into harder details. The first step would be to lay in all the positions of the body. After i go into harder details. Take a look at my art videos , art tutorials, and how to draw videos. The ones below. Source: http://www.youtube.com/user/omegaman20/videos
With summer in full swing, these Snapchat lenses are as hot as ever. With people celebrating the 2018 World Cup in Russia, Snapchat contests that earn could earn you a free ride to Comic Con, and the everyday innovation that comes out of Lens Studio, there's something for everyone here this week.
The year is 2018. You just received your own Magic Leap One: Creator Edition. What now? Rewinding back to today, we know of one specific app that will be available for Magic Leap's device, along with two others that could be tagged as highly likely. Paired with Magic Leap's own experiments and demonstrations, we can get a sense of what the playground for this new toy will offer.
Fans of the friendly neighborhood Spider-Man have yet another way to experience the web-slinger in augmented reality.
The last few months have delivered some great new Magic Leap releases, but that doesn't mean the development team is resting on its laurels when it comes to the platform itself.
Venom, the latest in a long list of comic book characters to headline its own movie, is known by comic book fans by his catchphrase, "We are Venom."
If touring the scenic vistas behind the Lord of the Rings film franchise doesn't persuade tourists to visit New Zealand, perhaps immersive content viewed through Magic Leap One will do the trick.
Last week, Magic Leap CEO Rony Abovitz teased his Twitter followers with some "fun and cool stuff" to share in the coming days. On Monday, he made good on that promise, sort of.
Prepare yourself for a trip back to the days when a Sega Genesis was your gateway to premium gaming. The mid-nineties classic, Comix Zone, has been soft-launched in the Philippines, and while it's not officially available for gamers in the states, you can install it right now with a little hackery.
Bitmoji has experienced explosive success this year thanks to Snapchat. The app allows users to create their own personal emoji and send responses to other friends, and even though it's only two and a half years old, this customizable emoji app is growing at an impressive pace.
Learn how to apply Kryolan makeup to achieve a comic book girl inspired look with this tutorial. This is a cool look for Halloween or a costume party. Watch this how to video and you can look like you stepped out of the pages of a comic book.
So, you wanna be an actor? It's not as easy as you may think. Check out this four part tutorial from Josa Maule, director of the Montreal School of Performing Arts, and learn everything you need to know to become a successful thespian. Josa takes you through all of the necessary steps and offers plenty of tips. This interesting video is very real and honest, and a must see for anyone looking to get into the biz.
