10 tips to accelerate pen and ink drawing skills

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  • Опубликовано: 24 авг 2024

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  • @longstrideillustration
    @longstrideillustration  Год назад +41

    Who else has a "velcro pet" in their art studio or workspace? Mine somehow finds her way into every shot🐈

    • @dianeo
      @dianeo Год назад +4

      My Chiweenie (chihuahua/dachshund mix) must be by my side at all times. The cats get into too much trouble so I have to close them out of my art room unfortunately. Your velcro pet is gorgeous and so adorable!

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  Год назад +3

      @@dianeo cats are such trouble makers haha

    • @dianeo
      @dianeo Год назад +3

      @@longstrideillustration 😄 They're such stinkers but I love them so much 😸

    • @toshabeans
      @toshabeans Год назад +4

      Some pets just love the camera lol. Our dog used to be camera-shy and hide if a camera was around 😄

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  Год назад +2

      @@toshabeans that's funny! Camera-shy 😄

  • @tohdohsibir
    @tohdohsibir 8 месяцев назад +38

    "I studied from the masters"
    (shows volumes of Berserk)
    Excellent taste, I approve

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  8 месяцев назад +2

      Thanks! Haha that made me smile. Miura and so many more amazing masters, my list is very long :)

    • @tohdohsibir
      @tohdohsibir 8 месяцев назад +1

      ⁠​⁠@@longstrideillustrationI appreciate your reply! I thought I saw Kouta Hirano's style in your sketches as well? I also like Junji Ito, Gustave Dore and Arthur Rackham's work. I'm trying to get back into incorporating art in my day to day life, and I specialize in B&W illustration, so I'm keeping an eye on your channel. Lots of good stuff here, keep up the good work!

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  8 месяцев назад +1

      @@tohdohsibir Yes, you did see Hirano's style - good eye! Thanks for the suggestions, I like the others you mention as well.

  • @Yomi-san
    @Yomi-san 9 дней назад

    My current tip is to put my drink on the opposite side of me to my water pot. I now avoid dipping my pen and paintbrush in my tea and dipping a biscuit in my water pot. All joking aside, I love the combination of your creativity with a very organised approach - I tend to be either organised or creative but frequently drop the ball when trying to do both. I am learning a great deal about learning as well as technique from your videos - thank you.

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  8 дней назад +1

      I heard artist Yuko Shimizu mention that she had to switch to a non-toxic ink because of how many times she accidentally drank from that cup instead of her tea. It's a thing for sure. And I agree with you, sometimes one side of the brain (creative / organized) takes over and we forget the rest. Glad to hear that you're enjoying the videos!

  • @TheKevphil
    @TheKevphil Год назад +15

    Your drawings are excellent! Now at the end of my life as a commercial artist/illustrator, I am working on line art for comics, but doing it digitally in Clip Studio Paint. But I def admire your control and the expressiveness of your technique, as well as how you vary your tools. New Sub here! _Your cat, of course, steals the show._ ;)

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  Год назад +1

      That is awesome! Thank you for watching and subscribing! The cat loves being in the show 😺

  • @julieguenette8115
    @julieguenette8115 Год назад +7

    Great tips, thank you! I'm doing Inktober 52 this year, 1 drawing per week. I added the additional challenge of drawing only birds for each prompt.

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  Год назад +1

      wow, The 52 is a big undertaking! And "only birds" ... is even extra challenging. Good on you! Have fun! 😀

  • @beserkerant
    @beserkerant Год назад +7

    love the berserk respect ! Kentaro Miura was one of the best

  • @creativewah
    @creativewah Год назад +7

    Fantastic tips, thank you! I’ve been drawing for several years and I’ve never done physical warmups! I’m definitely adding this to my routine!

  • @BraveAbandon
    @BraveAbandon Год назад +8

    Great tips! Many of these I realized myself over time and it's great to see that wisdom is shared with others. I think you could easily expand them all into separate videos so that people understand just how valuable they are

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  Год назад +1

      Thank you! And for sure 100% that was my strategy when I made this video as to set up the rest of my content moving forward. Glad that you found it a valuable reminder. 🙂

  • @aliceDarts
    @aliceDarts Год назад +4

    I love that Berserk is one of the masters that you have studied from. The artwork in that manga is superb!

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  Год назад +2

      Right? There's so much to look at, pages full of mind blowing art. I'll feature more mangaka works in the future, I have innumerable favourites !

    • @BraveAbandon
      @BraveAbandon Год назад +1

      Haha yeah that was so unexpected and wonderful to see!

  • @susannekalejaiye4351
    @susannekalejaiye4351 Год назад +4

    Definitely useful! Thought provoking for one (me) who hasn't had a plan (beyond a very vague: I should...). So actually this is a great starting for thinking about what I want to do and allows me to consider some more concrete plans.

  • @isisblackthrash9293
    @isisblackthrash9293 Год назад +1

    I seriously envy you, you have your stuff together. Your mind is so focused and calm!

  • @TheDisgracedOne_
    @TheDisgracedOne_ 4 месяца назад

    thank you so much for this video, as a beginner i run into many blocks where i don’t know how to progress and sometimes it stops me. then i go on youtube and find videos like this to remind me that the beginning process isn’t going to be magic i need to put the effort in

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  4 месяца назад

      It feels like magic some of the days, throw much toil before that 😊 I hear you.

  • @ginamcdonald7854
    @ginamcdonald7854 Год назад +1

    I need to practice more often. I’ll draw for several days in a row, and may not pick up pen and paper for two or three weeks. Your work is beautiful!

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  Год назад

      Thanks! Sometimes it's tricky to find a good rhythm but I'm sure once you find your optimum practice-time Gina, it will go smoothly from there

  • @lagartink
    @lagartink 9 месяцев назад +1

    I Couldnt agree more❤ impressive improvement in ballpoint pen drawing! I've found that experimenting with different shading techniques really enhances the final result. Keep up the fantastic work, 🎉🎉and if you ever want to exchange tips or discuss techniques, connect🖊️

  • @Jeedehem
    @Jeedehem 4 месяца назад

    Oh what a good video! This is an enticing, self-reflected guide, with a lot to chew on afterwards! You described a way to progress that is quite similar to the one I chose to improve my woodworking skillset. I don’t know why - although I love to draw - I never could stick to a plan in which I better my drawing little by little every day. I think I just like to « make » things in 3D.

  • @thesaltedimage
    @thesaltedimage 3 месяца назад

    I think I just found my favorite art RUclipsr. :) I am settling in to binge watch with an art pad on my knee. I live how succinct and applicable your videos are. I have questions but I think I will watch more of your content to look for the answers...Thanks Chloe, for your hard work!

  • @ohheydamien
    @ohheydamien Год назад +1

    Three videos in and your channel is already one I eagerly await new releases from…
    Thanks for doing what you do.

  • @buzzawuzza3743
    @buzzawuzza3743 Год назад +1

    Lots of wisdom here. Every day that I make drawings for my comic stories I mark it on my calendar. Also I think about trying to draw the same things in different ways. The part of your video I don't think I'm too concerned about is timing myself drawing. It might be that I have to think about that more. Maybe I can never really be all that realistic a drawer as opposed to being a cartoonist so visual shorthand might win out over the idea of getting every button on every jacket right. Trying not to ramble here but I think about this stuff all the time. Thank you for your excellent videos.

  • @dianeo
    @dianeo Год назад +1

    Thanks for the tips! Will explore those links next 👍

  • @christina413
    @christina413 6 месяцев назад +1

    Hello! Hope you are doing well :) This is the first video of yours I watch and love your editing style and how you present concise information. I just subscribed to your channel and will continue down your video list. Thanks for all the tips! I appreciate all the knowledge you have shared, including the list of other YT videos you have found interesting and valuable.

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  6 месяцев назад

      Thank you for subscribing! I appreciate the kind words. This channel just had it's first-year anniversary, so I'm still learning how to make videos and sharing along the way. Glad to hear you like it.

  • @kateowens45
    @kateowens45 8 месяцев назад

    Lots of helpful suggestions and nice studio layout, but the cat stole the video show. Gorgeous animal.

  • @ScottErb
    @ScottErb 6 месяцев назад

    Wow! Love your work! You are definitely my people. I’ve committed to draw only ravens for now as they are my favorite bird. I’d also like to get better at faces, as I’m a portrait photographer by trade and faces are so very interesting to me. Thank you for being such a wonderful resource on my artistic journey!

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  6 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you! Glad you found my channel and all the best with your projects 😊

  • @cyberexile3507
    @cyberexile3507 3 месяца назад +1

    very helpful video with 0 productivity hyperbole

  • @Drawing-in-Pen-and-Ink
    @Drawing-in-Pen-and-Ink Год назад +1

    Awesome video! Thanks Chloe. Those are very useful tips that I can apply and practice in my drawing project.

  • @rubendominguez179
    @rubendominguez179 5 месяцев назад

    Great video. Thank you. You answered several questions I had been wondering about. Appreciate you.

  • @jigen0972
    @jigen0972 Год назад

    I needed to see this video, as well as that "constructive anatomy" book. Thank you.

  • @goatsplitter
    @goatsplitter 3 месяца назад

    I think doing the fundamentals is fun. I know that's a controversial opinion but it's very relaxing to draw a page of shapes or figures or both. I know a lot of people groan and moan about it but make it fun. Make something silly of the shapes. When i do boxes, I'll make strange box robots or sorts. If you have to draw 25 boxes, do something with those. :) my tip anyway!

  • @anahata2009
    @anahata2009 9 месяцев назад

    Atomic Habits is also a great book for establishing a program for yourself.

  • @Jay-ql4gp
    @Jay-ql4gp Год назад

    These are great, thanks! Whenever people ask about style I kind of laugh and cringe at the same time. Because like you said, the way you draw just comes out over time, like your handwriting.

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  Год назад

      Glad you enjoyed it! For sure I agree, style can evolve through training and repetition though initially it's a lot like core values - for the most part unshakable.

  • @OceanVibrations
    @OceanVibrations 6 месяцев назад

    You left out the most important tip.
    Relax, have fun, life is short.

  • @lastaccess
    @lastaccess 9 месяцев назад

    Your ink style on the crow is pretty awesome.

  • @SuzanneLegault
    @SuzanneLegault Год назад

    What a gorgeous cat ❤ He even looks a little bit like velco 😊. Great tips. Very inspiring. I sent me a notice to watch it again Monday morning and make a plan. Merci!

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  Год назад +1

      Thank you! The cat fluff is everywhere haha. BTW, I also have a blog now, and here is the article for the ten tips video: longstrideillustration.com/ten-tips-to-accelerate-pen-ink-drawing-skills/

  • @MRKSC13
    @MRKSC13 7 месяцев назад

    Once I saw the stack of Berserk deluxe editions, I knew you were serious haha. Kentaro Miura is one of the best to ever do it.

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  7 месяцев назад

      Haha, yes! You'll enjoy my next video then. You'll be seeing Guts inked in my style. 😊🖋

  • @peterdavies4524
    @peterdavies4524 Год назад +1

    Beautiful work Chloe, love your style. Sound advice, I’ve just subscribed. I’m sure you’ll be getting many more subscribers! 😊

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  Год назад +1

      Yay! Thank you. Glad that you enjoyed this video and subscribed for more 🙂

    • @lagartink
      @lagartink 9 месяцев назад

      Me too , Chloe is so helpful out here 🎉 I subbed all the way❤

  • @harrisejaz280
    @harrisejaz280 Год назад +1

    dang those berserk volumes

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  Год назад +1

      I'm a big fan of the Mangakas. Lucky that my local library also has a huge collection (otherwise I'd run out of space & funds lol).

  • @sophia_comicart
    @sophia_comicart Месяц назад

    Buy a ream of A3 or 11x17 paper. Sketchbooks are cramped, expensive and don't support your arm and wrist which usually means posture too. Work big, use your shoulder. If you want to draw comics or manga, get a physical sense of how the interaction between body and art changes at scale. Drawing smaller when you understand what you're doing is easier. The opposite is... the opposite.

  • @abigailbrookes7721
    @abigailbrookes7721 11 месяцев назад +1

    This is very helpful advice indeed. Unfortunately, I could not follow such a prescribed method of improving my skills. I usually like to just create what I feel like when I feel like it. I know I should do some of these exercises, but ultimately I just want to make art.

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  11 месяцев назад +1

      Thanks for watching and I wish you the best with your art projects 🙂

  • @PokeChonker
    @PokeChonker Месяц назад

    Thank you

  • @pupawupagus
    @pupawupagus Год назад

    thank you for the thoughtful video and all the resources! this is very thoughtful. i hope to see more videos from you 🥰

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  Год назад +1

      More to come! Thank you for watching, I'm glad you found it thoughtful 🙂

  • @dirkstuff5820
    @dirkstuff5820 7 месяцев назад

    Hi, Chloe. Question-what table easel are you using? I’m moving into a smaller space, and ditching the large drafting table for a smaller, more portable table easel.
    Just hopped onto your channel. I’m an illustrator of 20 years, and enjoy videos like yours as friendly refreshers! Thanks!

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  7 месяцев назад +1

      Hi, thanks for dropping by, glad you enjoy the videos. For sure that table easel is very practical and I get asked about it a lot. If you don't mind navigating to my Tools page, you'll find links to the easel and everything else I use in my studio: longstrideillustration.com/tools/

  • @strangetimez
    @strangetimez Год назад

    Ooh the Berserk collection ❤ also your sketches and drawings are fascinating
    oh,and the kitty! ❤

  • @japhotoguy
    @japhotoguy 3 месяца назад

    It's apparent that you are a learning specialist. I wish they existed when I was a kid, I could have used some better direction as an artist. Thank you for this, I love working from lists, these are all must do's. So, whom you consider and recommend as the Masters? I'm not that dug into the culture... yet.

    • @japhotoguy
      @japhotoguy 3 месяца назад

      also, do you recommend the leaning succession of your videos to be chronological? Would that be the best method to devour your videos? Thanks

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  3 месяца назад

      You can check out my video "How to do Master Studies" and in the description you'll find links to resources including for who to study. Also, here is a PDF Template you can purchase from my website: longstrideillustration.com/product/master-study-checklist/

  • @abandonzenik6321
    @abandonzenik6321 10 месяцев назад

    Nice raven! I saw berserk i made subscription 😅

  • @bigblue6917
    @bigblue6917 Год назад

    Thanks, Chloe. 10 very useful tips.

  • @sohrabtajadin3402
    @sohrabtajadin3402 9 месяцев назад

    Nice tips! I love stippling only. Which pen is better Rotring of Dip pen?

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  9 месяцев назад

      Glad that you enjoyed the tips. Myself I use stippling technique rarely. I would imagine that a Rotring pen would do a better job of keeping the dots symmetrical and give more predictable results. Where dip pens shine is in the ability to vary line weight in a single stroke.

  • @Bella21074
    @Bella21074 Год назад +1

    Can I ask what kind of art Easle u use for drawing what the best pens to use to

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  Год назад +2

      Hi Kimberly, it's called a table easel if you do a web search you'll see different models and can order online. I found mine a Michaels. The pens, if you're thinking of using dip pens I recommend the Speedball starter kit for Drawing. And for technical pigment liner pens, I use all brands though tend to like Tombow and Staedtler a bit more though it comes down to personal preference.

  • @MsJodiArias
    @MsJodiArias 3 месяца назад

    Thank you❣️
    This is every helpful! I learn a few things from you. They pencil holding is also very helpful! I saw some artist hold the pencil the same way (Aimian Art and mmmmonexx) now I know why they hold their pencils this way.
    Thank you
    ☘️🖖🏻🍀

  • @pjlewisful
    @pjlewisful 3 месяца назад

    love the kitty

  • @user-yl9rj5tj3y
    @user-yl9rj5tj3y Год назад

    Great works! And I was happy to see Pip Bernadotte =D

  • @blackbeard6399
    @blackbeard6399 8 месяцев назад

    مشكورة خالة

  • @peckerdecker
    @peckerdecker 11 месяцев назад

    Great video. Great illustrations.
    Now .. *how about Adding colour* ?
    Just a suggestion . Keep sharing

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  11 месяцев назад

      Glad you like the illustrations. Someone who does colour really well is @LouiseDeMasi

  • @ammm5938
    @ammm5938 Год назад

    Great video and great channel. Happy to find it. Please we need link to buy easel.

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  Год назад

      Thanks for watching! If you do a web search on "Table top easel" or "flat surface table easel" you will find one. The one I have is no longer available (and not that stable), it was on sale at Michael's.

  • @artisticwren2997
    @artisticwren2997 Год назад

    Thanks for the video. I’m just starting with pen and ink and just got my first dip pen. I love your easel. Who makes it?

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  Год назад +2

      First dip pen, that's exciting! If you do a web search on "table easels" you'll find a range of makes and models, mine is the Artist Loft from Michael's. It was on sale and does the job though I'd love a sturdier version

  • @lechkaminski9128
    @lechkaminski9128 3 месяца назад

    Omg. I saw Thorgal and instantly subscribed. Cause if your goal align with mine I want to know your thoughts. Thank you for sharing.

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  3 месяца назад

      Thanks for the sub! I plan a Master Study feature on Grzegorz Rosiński in the near future.

    • @lechkaminski9128
      @lechkaminski9128 3 месяца назад

      @@longstrideillustration 🤩 OMG!

  • @Myllkka
    @Myllkka 10 месяцев назад

    Wow, you’re awesome

  • @alannaramone3821
    @alannaramone3821 6 месяцев назад

    Where did you get the wrist guard brace thingys?

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  6 месяцев назад

      That's a two-fingered artist glove, you'll find a link to it on my FAQ Page under "Inking": longstrideillustration.com/faq/

  • @nopriors
    @nopriors Год назад

    Wonderful. Do you have a favorite glove or gloves? Thanks
    Greg

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  Год назад +1

      I use the same gloves as do the digital artists, any brand as long as it's good quality material (not too sweaty).

    • @nopriors
      @nopriors Год назад

      @@longstrideillustration Thank you Chloe

  • @absolute6798
    @absolute6798 Год назад

    Ink is fun to use

  • @Graff-z4x
    @Graff-z4x Год назад

    you had me at Berzerk 🙏

  • @buko_fox
    @buko_fox 10 месяцев назад

    What ink do you recomend (have already some ink) it can be on the priecy side too

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  10 месяцев назад

      For drawing I recommend pigment-based inks. Acrylic works though I find is too runny. I prefer India Ink that is more viscous. There are various price points based on the brand, look for pigment-based. More info on inks on my Blog, in this article: longstrideillustration.com/a-beginners-guide-to-dip-pens-for-drawing/

    • @buko_fox
      @buko_fox 10 месяцев назад

      @@longstrideillustration thank you

  • @x.davidwilliams83
    @x.davidwilliams83 11 месяцев назад

    Huzzah

  • @wandaad
    @wandaad Год назад

    I love your cat.

  • @cory99998
    @cory99998 7 месяцев назад

    How long have you been drawing?

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  7 месяцев назад

      I got interested in drawing in 2019 and practicing with intention (with a learning plan) in 2021

    • @cory99998
      @cory99998 7 месяцев назад

      @@longstrideillustration Wow, nice! I started in summer 2022 but am too on and off with it. I spent a lot of time practicing perspective and other fundamentals but not enough time drawing for fun

  • @XuanC
    @XuanC Год назад

    Hi do you have any book recommendations?

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  Год назад

      I like Frank Lohan's Pen & Ink Technique book and he also has a drawing one. Alphonso Dunn has a popular set of books. Rendering in Pen & Ink by Arthur L. Guptill is quite comprehensive. I bought the eBooks/Kindle versions of those mentioned. And I often browse at my local library for anything on "inking", DC, Marvel have workbooks and there are Manga versions as well of how-to's that are super fun for brushwork and dip pen.

  • @ZoiusGM
    @ZoiusGM 3 месяца назад

    1:17 Why is it primitive and flat? The bird seems finely drawn to the untrained eye so I'd like to know what is wrong with it 🙄. Have you done a video about this? I'm binge watching your videos as you can tell lol.

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  3 месяца назад

      The first drawing looked that way because I had not yet learned about the fundamentals: Shape, form, volume, shading, and stroke techniques, plus, my drawing knowledge was limited. I'm always learning. I think every artist aims to progress and reach whatever vision is in our hearts and minds. In case you haven't seen it yet, here's the blog article for that video: longstrideillustration.com/ten-tips-to-accelerate-pen-ink-drawing-skills/

    • @ZoiusGM
      @ZoiusGM 3 месяца назад

      @longstrideillustration 'The shape looks flat.
      My linework is timid and tentative.
      The form lacks volume.'
      Honestly? The two birds are different species or different individuals. I don't see how it's not possible for a real bird to look like your first drawn one. In other words a real bird could have no much volume; look exactly like your first drawn bird. As for the second line, it is ambiguous: timid and tentative lines; I was drawing with charcoal in the past but even in the frame of that drawing experience I don't know what you mean. Finally, the shape is 3D in my eyes because of the different values and shading; I don't see it as flat: and this goes back again to the realism of the bird that I mentioned above.

  • @vietzscheallagard2129
    @vietzscheallagard2129 Год назад

    What is that drawer-thingy at 0:58?

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  Год назад +1

      If you're referring to the dip pens, the one I'm using there is Speedball's Hunt 512 nib

  • @larryglatt2548
    @larryglatt2548 Год назад

    II th tip, draw what interests you.

  • @oguzercan2581
    @oguzercan2581 Год назад

    Sizde benim gibi bir kargasev ermisiniz...

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  Год назад

      Hi, I'm native French Canadian but lived in English Canada for most of my adult life (except for now), and so my French-speaking is fairly basic.

    • @oguzercan2581
      @oguzercan2581 4 месяца назад

      ​@@longstrideillustration
      Ben size ne konuştuğunuzu sormadım.Karga severmisiniz diye sordum..

  • @GabrieleSchulz1963
    @GabrieleSchulz1963 11 месяцев назад

    Zu schnell alles....die Übersetzungen zu lesen gleichzeitig die Zeichnung verfolgen klappt nicht sorry.
    Trotzdem sehr schöne Kunst!

    • @longstrideillustration
      @longstrideillustration  11 месяцев назад

      Thanks for your feedback. I did listen to similar feedback from other viewers and have since slowed the pace of my videos 🙂

  • @laughingvampire7555
    @laughingvampire7555 Год назад +1

    and the challenge of the attention seeking furball