Mastering the Digital Drawing Process with Sense Labs Tablet and Clip Studio
As digital artists, we're always looking for ways to improve our skills and streamline our workflow. In this comprehensive guide, we'll dive into the digital drawing process using Sense Labs Tablet and Clip Studio, covering everything from initial sketches to inking, rendering, and painting.
Initial Sketch
When starting a new piece, it's essential to block out the basic shapes and get a feel for the character's 3D aspects. To achieve this, use a pencil brush with darker pencil settings and apply light to firm pressure to vary the line weights. This technique is similar to traditional drawing, where you'd use a range of pencils to achieve different line weights. Don't forget to use a soft erase to refine and visualize the 3D aspects of your character.
Pencil Brush Settings
To get the most out of your pencil brush, adjust the pressure curve according to your device and personal preference. Light pressure will give you light gray lines, similar to a 2.8 LED pencil, while medium pressure will produce medium gray lines, and firm pressure will result in dark lines.
Soft Erase and Refine
Once you've blocked out the basic shapes, use a big soft eraser brush to refine and smooth out the lines. This process is similar to using a prismacolor kneaded eraser in traditional art. Rework the lines multiple times to achieve the desired results, and don't be afraid to experiment and try new techniques.
Inking and Layering
When you're happy with your sketch, create a new layer and drop the opacity down to start inking over the sketch. Toggle off the previous layer to ensure the new inked lines align with the sketch. Use a soft erase and rework the lines to achieve the desired results. This process allows you to refine and sculpt the shapes, considering wrinkles, hard angles, and other details.
Digital Inking Process
Inking requires a different approach than sketching. Start with very thin lines to block in shapes and shadows, and experiment with different line weights and styles to find the right approach. Blue lining can be used to rough out the shapes and get a feel for the inking style. Focus on sculpting and refining the shapes, and don't be afraid to try new techniques and refine your process.
Warming Up and Getting into a Flow
Inking requires more warming up and being more decisive than sketching. It's easy to get tense and tight when inking, but remember to loosen up and get into a flow state. Experiment with different rendering styles and techniques to add texture and interest to your artwork.
Rendering and Refining
Take the blocked-in shapes and refine them with different rendering techniques. Soften, stylize, and add value to the shapes to create gradation and depth. Draw inspiration from other artists, and experiment with different rendering styles and techniques to add texture and interest to your artwork.
Artist's Creative Process
As an artist, it's essential to experiment with different styles and combine bits and pieces to create a unique look. Warming up and playing around with different techniques is crucial to achieving the desired outcome. The artist uses a G Pen to create varying line weights and textures, scaling the brush up and down to achieve different effects.
Line Work and Rendering
The artist uses a G Pen to create varying line weights and textures, scaling the brush up and down to achieve different effects. Rendering is done in layers, starting with bigger shapes and breaking them down into finer details. The artist draws inspiration from Todd McFarlane's close-ups, which feature fine lines that add depth and dimension.
Texture and Fur
To create a fur-like effect, the artist uses scribbles and overlapping textures. This process is similar to building up textures in a charcoal pencil drawing. The artist emphasizes the importance of patience and experimentation in achieving the desired texture.
Brushes and Tools
The artist uses custom brushes, including stipple patterns and dry brush effects, to achieve unique textures and effects. These brushes are available for Procreate, Clip Studio, and Android, and the artist demonstrates how to adjust brush settings, including particle size and stroke effect, to achieve different effects.
Background Elements
Custom brushes can be used to create background elements, such as gritty scenes. These brushes are particularly useful for adding texture and detail to backgrounds.
Digital Painting with Brushes in Clip Studio
Finding the Right Brush
Experiment with different brushes to find the one that works best for your art. Brushes can be used in UniSense as well, and background stipple shade can be used to create a cool effect.
Using Brushes Effectively
The stipple texture brush can be used to create a nice shading effect. Experiment with different brush sizes and pressures to achieve desired results. Use layers to your benefit when working with brushes, and blotch and erase brushes to create a sense of value and texture. Convert brushes to gray tones to add depth to your art.
Tips and Tricks
Use the G Pen or selection tool to clean up your work, and cycle through different brush sizes and styles to achieve desired results. Use brushes to create a vignette effect or add texture to your art, and play around with variables and adjust settings to get the most out of your brushes. Incorporate hand-drawn effects to add character to your art.
Specific Brushes and Techniques
The Kirby crackle brush is an old school popular brush that can be used to create a nice shading effect. The stipple brush can be used to create a nice texture and shading effect, while the abstract brush is not recommended for this type of art. The droplet brush can be used to add a nice variation to your art.
Conclusion
In conclusion, brushes are highly effective and fast to use. Experiment and play around with different brushes and techniques to achieve desired results. Keep practicing, and most importantly, have fun!