One thing I absolutely love about these kinds of videos is that even if I'm not at the level to execute this, it really really increases my ability to study other people's drawings and appreciate them even more deeply. 🙌🏽
This is the first time I've heard anyone explain 'why.' I literally had this question back in college and my professor told me to just study what others do, nothing about the technique. Thank you, thank you, thank you, Mr Finch sir
David began working at top cow for Marc silvestri in 1995. By that time Jim Lee already established his own style. So yeah many were inspired by Jim. Nothing wrong with that.
I’ve been drawing in a western comic book style, mainly focusing on poster and cover art, for over 20+ years. I have never felt strong in my inking skills because I just couldn’t get a ‘professional’ look with my finished inked drawings. These videos have taught me so much in an amazingly short amount of time. Thank you so much for doing this series David, I have been a fan of your artwork for as long as I can remember. Much ❤️
In my humble opinion I think it can be better to forge your own style and not compare your work with anyone else's. Someday people will look at your art and say "That's instantly recognizable as a Light Echo and it's fantastic ".
Sure does dude! That's why I love learning from guys like David Finch; a treasure trove of experience and he damn well knows what he is doing. Thumbs up to this guy!
I've watched this video several times and it never ceases to amaze me, how effortless David is with his drawing. His skill level is really insane. Thanks to Proko and David for sharing this!
Yes I can’t wait to watch!! Been waiting for David to make a tutorial on this, and it’s nice and long. So much to learn! And on top of that my commission made an appearance at 7:10. So cool! This is the way
I’m so glad Proko is inviting David Finch he and his wife are very nice people and all artists are struggling in these crazy times! Love to Meredith , Dave and Proko from the bottom of my heart! ✨✨💕💕💕👍✨✨
All of these videos have really helped me improve in countless different ways. Without taking art classes or ever having the opportunity to do so, these videos have been huge in my journey with art. I am very appreciative of every video. Thank you!
This guy is an amazing fucking teacher. Actual comprehensive steps that break down the most intimidating aspect of that stunning style of comic book everyone wants to make. This is rare
My 6th grade art teacher (back in 1962-'63) made learning crosshatching sound like some mysterious rite of passage that we would only get to as more advanced artists. Over the years I just taught myself as I never had anyone actually teach me outright.
Decided to become a comic book artist. Wanted to be a manga artist but the diversity and realism of comics is just amazing. Here's to hoping 2021 is my year to finally push my career forward and escape the horrors of general labor. Fingers crossed 🤞
Aaah man, three decades I’ve been rendering and ink drawing, almost but never clearing the hurdle, too many times I overworked, lost consistency of form direction, and this genius nails it it one, WOW thank you so much for the knowledge ....simply and perfectly put.🙏🏻
I'm left-handed too!!! It's so nice to see another left-handed person do it instead of a right-handed person and trying to adjust it my brain. That never works out right
He is really amazing, good teacher and he didn't mind to share his technique completely ,I always struggled using this cross hatch technique, not any more, nice video
This was definitely a treat. It's nice to see how to render, especially when other processes proceed rendering, such as coloring or watercolor. I have the problem of turning everything into what looks like a lithograph. I like working in detail like Alphonso Dunn, who is a great pen and ink artist, but seeing a tasteful, succinct method of rendering is great. Knowing when less is more...
The tip on "form shadow" vs. "cast shadow" was very very helpful for me. I have been doing what you're talking about. Thank you. I think it's around 9:30 if anyone is wondering what I'm talking about.
Such great advice! The separation from form shadows and cast shadows finally made sense to me in this video, and it revealed to me different philosophies to crosshatching that I had no idea existed. Thank you David Finch and the Proko team!
I've watched so many friggin videos and couldn't get a real understanding of cross hatching....then comes Finch with this lesson and all was ok with the world
Thank you for posting, I found this instantly useable and am already happier with my drawings after implementing the hatching towards the light trick he shared here! :)
This is the first time I’ve seen something like this before and it was incredible for me to watch. I learn so much just watching him do some cross hatching at the beginning it was amazing. Thank you so much for sharing David Finch you are truly a master.!!
This video was double informative. For the information on cross hatching and because he's left handed. His wrist/arm movements feel so much more natural to me
I graduated almost 10 years ago with an Illustration degree, and have NEVER seen this technique. This is a game changer! But I don’t work in comics so maybe thats why. Thank you!
Slap!!! That sound is my hand hitting my forehead. I've been struggling with crosshatching after watching this video it finally makes more sense. Davids channel is awesome everyone check it out.
Thank you! I love D. Finch's attention to detail (like when he removed the vein). It was just so humbling and inspiring to watch. This video was very helpful.
One of the best tutorials on how to advance your cross hatching I’ve seen. It can be challenging to find advice that covers how to actually create different quality lines and what to bear in mind in relation to direction and type of line to use. Having a base of shading in place was really useful. I’m keen to develop a more representative (?figurative) style of drawing rather than totally realistic yet still keep form and shape. Thank you so much.
Loved the demo! Always thought cross hatching had to be, well, crossed! But this type of rendering to soften things up really adds to the overall look.
I think David is the best artist currently working in comics because of his versatility and ability to draw *_everything_* brilliantly and excitingly. And although they may not be connected thru any living continuity, I think his rendering style is a worthy successor to the incredible inking of Rudy Nebres. Thanks, David!
IKR, ZHC's version explaining his style was inadequate, he is a great artist but not a good teacher. So it is satisfying to learn it from someone who is both a good teacher and a good artist.
Did you see the comfort thing in the middle of his mechanical pencil?As i saw it the only thing that came in my head is that video on how to mod your mechanical pencil
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Check out David’s comic course on Proko - www.proko.com/course/creating-a-comic-page/overview
you have the best art content on RUclips
RESPECT TO STAN AND HIS TEAM IN GIVING US FREE AND GENUINE EDUCATION REGARDING ART, ALL THROUGH MANY YEARS ❤️❤️❤️🇵🇭
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The existence of David Finch and David Fincher implies the existence of a David Finchest.
And a David Finchless.
A scale of David Finchness.
😂This comment underrated
Finding this comment just now I realize I have lived the last two years in total darkness.
One thing I absolutely love about these kinds of videos is that even if I'm not at the level to execute this, it really really increases my ability to study other people's drawings and appreciate them even more deeply. 🙌🏽
ruclips.net/video/36XJ_CyQTCk/видео.html 🌸🙏
Ikr!
At the end you can really analize it better, the techniques come together as a whole!
well said
Idk how Proko manages to top themselves every single year, 12 days of proko and lightbox always blows me away but this year is on a whol other level!
Also the production level is high on the sky!
Its call passion for the craft. There is so much we don't know
This is the first time I've heard anyone explain 'why.' I literally had this question back in college and my professor told me to just study what others do, nothing about the technique. Thank you, thank you, thank you, Mr Finch sir
Dave Finch’s technique is awesome. I love his style. Thanks for having him on your channel.
👍
Jim Lee inspired.
@@greencasehe was making comics since around jim lees time
David began working at top cow for Marc silvestri in 1995. By that time Jim Lee already established his own style. So yeah many were inspired by Jim. Nothing wrong with that.
I’ve been drawing in a western comic book style, mainly focusing on poster and cover art, for over 20+ years. I have never felt strong in my inking skills because I just couldn’t get a ‘professional’ look with my finished inked drawings. These videos have taught me so much in an amazingly short amount of time. Thank you so much for doing this series David, I have been a fan of your artwork for as long as I can remember. Much ❤️
In my humble opinion I think it can be better to forge your own style and not compare your work with anyone else's. Someday people will look at your art and say "That's instantly recognizable as a Light Echo and it's fantastic ".
Finally a worthy lesson. My learning would be legendary!
Sure does dude! That's why I love learning from guys like David Finch; a treasure trove of experience and he damn well knows what he is doing. Thumbs up to this guy!
all lessons are worthy..
this is the best thing i’ve seen all day
Good one hehehehe
Kung fu panda Doom doom do doom
The single greatest description of not only how, but why, on crosshatching. Bravo! Very well done!
That is what I call service to humanity with unconditional LOVE...THANKS
I come back to this video so many times, all those artist here are just incredible, I'm in awe every time I come to this channel
I'm left handed, so this video is a godsend.
Lefties unite
Join the club 🤙
It makes absolutely no difference
God is probably left handed
Haha same for an my forename
Finch's probably the most detail oriented comics artist on the planet and in the best way possible. Love his work!
@1:38 "If you draw a circle just like this."
Me: "Thank God. There's hope for me still."
I've come to understand that most artists can't make a perfect circle in one stroke. They just give a lot more effort making one.
Yeah ghosting is real helpful for circles amd lines
You just described the first exercise from the book Fun with a pencil by Andrew Loomis. Check that out.
@@reallyoriginalusername4574 yes it isss!! ghosting > lots of confusing lines
I've watched this video several times and it never ceases to amaze me, how effortless David is with his drawing. His skill level is really insane. Thanks to Proko and David for sharing this!
Yes I can’t wait to watch!! Been waiting for David to make a tutorial on this, and it’s nice and long. So much to learn!
And on top of that my commission made an appearance at 7:10. So cool! This is the way
This is the way! 👍
Yes I remember hem drawing it for you it was a fun live stream ❤
its nice and long
@@Abhi-ib1fw pause
David Finch on Proko? Yes please! Merry Christmas indeed
i’m glad you all have been branching out from the academic stuff and touching on the more casual or graphic stuff.
I learned more from this than literally all the other videos I’ve watched combined
I’m so glad Proko is inviting David Finch he and his wife are very nice people and all artists are struggling in these crazy times! Love to Meredith , Dave and Proko from the bottom of my heart! ✨✨💕💕💕👍✨✨
ruclips.net/video/36XJ_CyQTCk/видео.html 👍
Great to see a master at work. Truly impressive and shows just how much skill and work goes into something the reader takes for granted
David is the man, everysingle advice is gold OMG.
David Finch is for sure one of my favorite artists and one of the best comic book artists ever.
Excellent. I've never studied comic art, but I noticed that the crosshatching seemed codified, and this explained it very well.
All of these videos have really helped me improve in countless different ways. Without taking art classes or ever having the opportunity to do so, these videos have been huge in my journey with art. I am very appreciative of every video. Thank you!
His quick and dirty examples are better than my best drawings
Well, he has over 20 plus years of even uglier works. So, hang in there and keep practicing like they say...
Don’t remind me…😑
It's mostly that crazy pencil.
@@loubonnett Yeah that pencil is magic, man.
This guy is an amazing fucking teacher. Actual comprehensive steps that break down the most intimidating aspect of that stunning style of comic book everyone wants to make. This is rare
Just finished watching David's hand tutorial, now this!!! 12 days of happiness indeed ❤️❤️
Yeah, the notification for this came on while I was watching the hand tutorial he just uploaded lol
Yeah.
My 6th grade art teacher (back in 1962-'63) made learning crosshatching sound like some mysterious rite of passage that we would only get to as more advanced artists. Over the years I just taught myself as I never had anyone actually teach me outright.
Decided to become a comic book artist. Wanted to be a manga artist but the diversity and realism of comics is just amazing. Here's to hoping 2021 is my year to finally push my career forward and escape the horrors of general labor. Fingers crossed 🤞
How’d it go?
its been 2 years.... I hope you succeed in all your endeavors
Aaah man, three decades I’ve been rendering and ink drawing, almost but never clearing the hurdle, too many times I overworked, lost consistency of form direction, and this genius nails it it one, WOW thank you so much for the knowledge ....simply and perfectly put.🙏🏻
So awesome to see this great collaboration, Everyone check out David’s streams they are amazing!
ruclips.net/video/36XJ_CyQTCk/видео.html 👍
I'm left-handed too!!! It's so nice to see another left-handed person do it instead of a right-handed person and trying to adjust it my brain. That never works out right
Thank you David Finch AND Proko for this video. Been waiting forever for David Finch to explain his cross-hatching!!!!
From a fellow left-handed artist, you and Todd McFarlane have helped me so much.
Thank you. 🙏🏿
I just finished watching a couple of his videos so the is a good surprise.
Same here
David Finch's shading is epic. What a great video. I've learned quite a bit from David's online presence. Thank you, David!
This is the best crosshatching lesson I've seen. Bravo!
This is definitely my favorite rendering technique. Reminds me of being fascinated by comic illustrations as a kid. I was born in the 80's lol
ruclips.net/video/36XJ_CyQTCk/видео.html 👍
I have been a David Finch fan for many years. Loved his tutorials on Human anatomy!! This was a good one. Thanks
ruclips.net/video/36XJ_CyQTCk/видео.html 👍
This ist one of the most useful videos I've ever seen
Must see lesson for every, I mean EVERY, student in woodcut/engraving studio. Bid THANK YOU to David and Proko as well!
Outstanding teaching of cross-hatch technique. You have amazing talent David. You are truly, truly talented.
He is really amazing, good teacher and he didn't mind to share his technique completely ,I always struggled using this cross hatch technique, not any more, nice video
Thanks Proko! for featuring a true master. I love your tutorials very much as well Proko, I definitely have improved my skills with them.
ruclips.net/video/36XJ_CyQTCk/видео.html 👍
David Finch is an extraordinary artist and a masterful teacher!! Thank you 😊
This may be the best crosshatching explanation/demonstration I have ever seen. Thanks.
This was definitely a treat. It's nice to see how to render, especially when other processes proceed rendering, such as coloring or watercolor. I have the problem of turning everything into what looks like a lithograph. I like working in detail like Alphonso Dunn, who is a great pen and ink artist, but seeing a tasteful, succinct method of rendering is great. Knowing when less is more...
ruclips.net/video/36XJ_CyQTCk/видео.html 👍
Hatching and cross hatching are my favourite types of mark making!! Thank you for this!!!
Thank you so much for sharing your mental process during the creation of theses masterpieces!
Always love watching David
It is amazing how you can breakdown the complex parts into simpler components of art. Thanks for your great lesson.
Its so pleasing to watch a video with a fellow left handed person drawing!
That's amazing... learned in 27 minutes more than in the last half year! Thanks!
The tip on "form shadow" vs. "cast shadow" was very very helpful for me. I have been doing what you're talking about. Thank you. I think it's around 9:30 if anyone is wondering what I'm talking about.
Thanx Proko. For having david finch do a tutorial! Very useful!😊👍
Outstanding demo by David loved his explanation as he rendered the drawing
Thanks, David for your time and great lessons and thanks, proko for providing us with the best artists' advice including yours
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David Finch. One of the best in the game. So awesome to see a master class from a favorite artist of mine.
ruclips.net/video/36XJ_CyQTCk/видео.html 🙏👍
Such great advice! The separation from form shadows and cast shadows finally made sense to me in this video, and it revealed to me different philosophies to crosshatching that I had no idea existed. Thank you David Finch and the Proko team!
ruclips.net/video/36XJ_CyQTCk/видео.html 👍
I've watched so many friggin videos and couldn't get a real understanding of cross hatching....then comes Finch with this lesson and all was ok with the world
Yesssss! David is the best hatching/shadows artist in comics!! ✍️
Hi
@@kennywang171 Hi Kenny 👋 nice to see you over here lol
Literally the best ever video tutorial I have ever seen about cartoon hatching. Thank you David Finch and Proko!
this was the one I was looking forward to the most, and it did not disappoint! I needed these tips. Definitely checking out this guy's channel.
Christ this was helpful. That elongated ball at the beginning of each stroke and 45 degree angle advice immediately leveled me up. Thank you!!!
Thank you for posting, I found this instantly useable and am already happier with my drawings after implementing the hatching towards the light trick he shared here! :)
This is by far one of the most logical explanations of cross hatching to achieve a good render result. Loved the tutorial.
Awesome break down of rendering. Love David Finch's process!
Form shadows. Game changer!
DO more like this
I love Proko
This is the first time I’ve seen something like this before and it was incredible for me to watch. I learn so much just watching him do some cross hatching at the beginning it was amazing. Thank you so much for sharing David Finch you are truly a master.!!
I feel like everything is now good in the world. An amazing left handed comic artist.
Thank you David. I've been drawing all my life and you taught me some great new techniques and really explained why you did each step. Brilliant!
I love this, been struggling to render things with cross hatching.
This video was double informative. For the information on cross hatching and because he's left handed. His wrist/arm movements feel so much more natural to me
This was great! Advice from the master! He‘s just the best, I learned so much from him!
I've recently gone through your channel. You're no less than a master to alot of us, sensei.
@@adeeltahirmusic thank you so much, that’s very nice of you to say ☺️😅🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
I graduated almost 10 years ago with an Illustration degree, and have NEVER seen this technique. This is a game changer! But I don’t work in comics so maybe thats why. Thank you!
Slap!!! That sound is my hand hitting my forehead. I've been struggling with crosshatching after watching this video it finally makes more sense. Davids channel is awesome everyone check it out.
I watched other videos but u got my attention by showing how it's done in details in the beginning of the video thanks
Now it will be nice see Proko on Finch's Monday Night Draw :D
Please make it happen
David Finch is THE GOAT!
The amount of material David is putting out, I think I should put him on my CV as a teacher. I don't even draw professionally lmao
Also, holy hell thanks proko! New to your channel as well and was just a delight to see this.
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Easily the best crosshatching video i have ever seen in my entire life. THANK YOU
Stan looks like he secretly knows quantum physics but decided not to tell anyone
Stan both knows quantum physics and doesn't know quantum physics until he confirms.
:0 big brain
We can only guess at the tips that they won't tell us. Like what to do when practicing makes you worse
well.. dude needs rendering algorythms haha
Thank you! I love D. Finch's attention to detail (like when he removed the vein). It was just so humbling and inspiring to watch. This video was very helpful.
ruclips.net/video/36XJ_CyQTCk/видео.html 👍
thank you for this so effective explanation and demonstration of cast shadow, cross hatch direction and direction of light source, worthy lesson !
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This is the sharp inking style that makes the characters stand out from the paper it looks like they are very real!
You legit made a random shape look good.... I wish I had your talent!
One of the best tutorials on how to advance your cross hatching I’ve seen. It can be challenging to find advice that covers how to actually create different quality lines and what to bear in mind in relation to direction and type of line to use. Having a base of shading in place was really useful. I’m keen to develop a more representative (?figurative) style of drawing rather than totally realistic yet still keep form and shape. Thank you so much.
Thought David uploaded twice, the Proko intro rolled and I'm like "waaaaaiiiiitttt... Oh shit!"
I'm going to be doing this with hands and primitive shapes about 100 times tonight. I appreciate these tips.
NIce clear demonstration, good explanation of underlying principles
Wow... I didn't like cross hatching much before but now... that's an incredible demo! i love it!
David Finch is awesome, this taught me some new stuff, thanks Proko.
Pls join FinchBunch all Mondays! His wife Meredith and him are the nicest people ever! 💕
David Finch is awesome! He’s one of my favorite comic book artist of all time!
Loved the demo! Always thought cross hatching had to be, well, crossed! But this type of rendering to soften things up really adds to the overall look.
I think David is the best artist currently working in comics because of his versatility and ability to draw *_everything_* brilliantly and excitingly. And although they may not be connected thru any living continuity, I think his rendering style is a worthy successor to the incredible inking of Rudy Nebres. Thanks, David!
Holy crap -- this is a 27-minute masterclass.
I've been wanting a video like this for ages. Thanks Proko for bring the genius of David Finch to us.
now we know where does ZHC's style come from
IKR, ZHC's version explaining his style was inadequate, he is a great artist but not a good teacher. So it is satisfying to learn it from someone who is both a good teacher and a good artist.
Love both but David is my favorite teacher 🍀
ZHC yoinked Finch’s style and got famous off it
@@zombo1614 True, ut David is totally okay with ZHC having him as a big influence.
Did you see the comfort thing in the middle of his mechanical pencil?As i saw it the only thing that came in my head is that video on how to mod your mechanical pencil