Drawing characters is easy!
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- Опубликовано: 2 апр 2019
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When people say that they can barely draw a stick figure, it just means that they haven't developed the skill to create more believable figures in interesting poses. I wanted to share how I start every character drawing with basic stick figures and "build out" the body from these primitive stick figure drawings. This is my process for growing as an artist as well, as I show you how I do anatomy studies to reach beyond what my imagination is limited to, and how I expand my visual library to be able to draw more dynamic bodies with information I learn during my studies.
Books available-
The Man and the Moonken (2019) - Illustrated Novella
The Beast of Tuksa (2018) - Illustrated Novella
Twilight Monk (2012) - 2 Graphic Novels
Nova Colony (2009) - 1 Graphic Novel
CreeD (1993-2007) - Comic Book Series
Ghost Rider (2000) - Comic Book Series
The Fuzz (1997) - Comic Book
Games Available -
Overwatch (PC, PS4)
League of Legends (PC)
Diablo 3 (PC,PS4)
Hearthstone (Mobile, PC)
Burning Crusade (PC)
Wrath of the Lich King (PC)
Indivisible
Unsung Story
Final Fight Streetwise (PS2)
He Man (GBA)
Terminator 3 (GBA)
CannonBallers (Mobile)
Ikeda: The Scrap Hunter (PC/Mac)
Goblins and Gnomes (PC) 
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See guys even a pro needs the lasso tool to draw a stick figure
I remember back in high school my friends going "God, I wish I could draw like you! I can barely draw a stick figure...." only for me to go... "Oh really? Here look at these...." then plop down 3 sketch books that had only stick figures in it. Followed by "If you can draw a stick figure you can draw a human."
Never understood people who use them "only being able to draw a stick figure" as a reason why they can't draw.
What they mean is:
I have never attempted to draw anything beyond a stick figure
Great video Trent.
Reminds me of an art class when the professor was teaching figure drawing using stick figures that she built up into people.
The students all looked at each other like: "I feel dumb for not figuring this out on my own, but now that I know, figure drawing just got a lot easier & more enjoyable!"
My advice to beginners: Study proportions, perspective and just break the body into basic shapes.
Proportions alone make a huge difference in the quality of your work.
So true, I was struggling for a while and not understanding why until I sat down and worked on proportions for maybe like...an hour, and that one hour jumped me WAY ahead of where I was at the time; because I had just been making the same mistakes over and over without correcting them.
it's so true, everyone starts at or around 0, the bigger question is how much you enjoy playing around with drawing stuff, if you can't enjoy your current stage of how it feels to draw you probably never will, you'll be just happy with the end result but not the process itself.
but if you do enjoy drawing and or painting you will get better as long as you are willing to learn.
how long that takes is not up to you but your brain.
but for many they say they just don't have time when they do infact have time for everything else they consider fun.
and to them i say if you think drawing is fun then you can make time for it.
if you got time to facebook, you can draw, if you got time to play games, you can draw, i think you get the point.
that's the difference between those who do draw and those that don't.
consuming vs producing.
thanks trent, it's allways humbling looking back at ones beginnings.
You're absolutely right.
I think the people who become great at what they do get there because they love doing that thing. Natural talent is helpful, of course, but you're not going to master something without putting the work in. If you enjoy the work, then it feels more like playtime than work, and you'll improve a lot faster than you would if you didn't enjoy it.
Why did you stop saying the "DO IT WITH SOME FREAKIN PASSION, MAN!" line at the end of your videos? That would always pump me up to start drawing immediately after watching one of your videos
lmao
Awesome lesson as usual. Appreciate the advice and transparency shown in every video!
My process for drawing stick figures is a bit different.
First I draw a human
Then I erase some of the more detailed features
And 1 2 3, a stick figure!
spongebob approves
I'm trying to learn to draw and I just wanna say thank you for this. As much as I LOVE the art community onRUclips. Its super hard to find really good drawing tutorials. A lot of them assume that the person watching has a grasp on certain concepts I think a lot of beginning artist like myself struggle with
Great advice. Such an easy but underrated approach. It also work really well with different analogue tools like inking black silhouettes on paper, using charcoal or chalk. Now I know I how I can usefully fill the long, tedious train ride on my way to the job agency tomorrow.
Great video as always, been watching them a lot recently and its making me progress changing the way i look at drawing
"How to draw comics the Marvel way" is a good book about this topic (for beginner).
OMG, yes! Loved that book!
BigNoodle. Best font of all time
This was quite literally a Ted Talk and I loved it.
Awesome break down ^^
Anatomy truly is a rendering step not a construction one...
Awww, this is a great video. Makes me feel like I can really make it.
Now that's a superb insightful tutorial you just laid on our laps. Thanks a zillion times. Will definitely take these advice and see how it goes. God bless you
The irony you mentioned at the start amused me so much :))) Never seen it that way. Lol.
Watching you draw is really aweosme :D this motivated me to work more on my studies thanks =)
Thank you so much for making all these awesome videos! They have helped me learn so much. I'm very greatful for all the knowledge you share.
trent man i just love your videos dude, i watch these like every morning and im just cracking up, how many joints are in an elbow
Thanks again Trent!
Yeah and this - 8:37 ... the way I see it - and this will sound real stupid cause I've never verbalized it, but - it's like finding the right song to have stuck in your head. You know anatomy much like you know the lyrics and the feels, say, "Straight outta Compton" gives you. But sometimes you need to stumbled upon it, the right reference - the right song in this example - and listen to the first 5 seconds (get the main gist of the pose). And then "That's it! I got it!" ... you know what look and feeling you're going for.
Your intro makes my pencil dance.
Nice one Creed!
Trent, could you please make a video on how to get ideas? Like when you make a character and you decide what they look like, and which things to change between each version of the same character. How do you create a visual library in your head with all these ideas? I find that I struggle with this when I try to make character sheets
My biggest breakthrough clicks were realizing legs = arms (quads = triceps, hamstrings = biceps, for example). Once you learn something about arms it can be applied to legs and vice versa (kneecaps/elbows). The other thing was - so many art teachers and art books focus on isolated body parts - but it's the way they connect and sprout from the torso where the truth hides. If I could go back I'd say to my younger self - draw joints, not isolated bodyparts (if you learn how to draw ankles and wrists, you won't have issues drawing hands and feet). .
Great tips!
Wholeheartedly agree. Should someone be interested to go more in-depth with the great knowledge this person shared, check out The Creative Eye by Heather Spears.
I like the way he ends the video so funny an cool
yeah! your right!
I also get upset over the stick figure comment. Most people just choose not to practice. It's not like I sit down and am like "I know how to draw everrrrrythinnnnnng!" and am a badass haha. Practice makes perfect. Now on that note, I have known of people not being able to grasp perspective at all...even when they get it they don't quite get it. however, that still produces interesting art I think.
Lastly, Modern Day James has some pretty good mech/sci-fi tutorials you might enjoy. Like you, he will show you realistic things and explain how it can be converted into your ideas but still be functional.
People don't want to be able to draw, they just WISH to be able. Same with learning languages, working out etc.
You’re right! It’s easy!
It seemes easy when we dominate the basics and have the skill...
Its always good to say the truth, anatomy is hard af...
Repetition and research is the easy part
Thanks for the video Trent; they’re always a kick in the britches for me.
I’m not a professional artist, but in my own studies I also found that the book, “Goldfinger’s Anatomy for Artists; The Elements of Form” is another good resource for human anatomy.
On another note, I still feel stuck career wise and don’t really know what to do. I went to study art with the goal of designing for games or movies, but I also feel an urge to just make my own stuff which probably isn’t commercially appealing. Then I also feel like I’ve got too many interests. I want to make animated shorts and education videos, as well, but I’m not an animator or sound designer or vfx guy, all I can really do is paint and draw.
Have you ever felt this way as well or am I just a narcissist?
I do the jobs that pay and the art that people want as a job. But my goal is always to find a middle ground between what I like to do and what pays. so Yes. I feel that way all the time.
Trent Kaniuga, thanks for the reply. It’s good to know I’m not the only one feeling like this.
Hey Karrdeh, I saw you replied to me in my notifications, but I cannot see your reply in this thread. Not just what’s going on, just thought I’d let you know.
Cool
Good video
I wish my life was like this video
Could you do a tutorial on the basics of rendering? Literally, just making smooth and 3d-looking skin.
I think, I am just using brushes wrong because my art looks somewhat like your sketching, scratchy, flat and no transition between tones.
Check out my "easy art lessons" 1-5
Unfortunately some people convince themselves into two negative mind styles. The first one is "I am going to try, and if I fail, I am never going to attempt this again", the second one is "I am not even going to try, I know I am going to fail". You really got to have the personality of letting yourself go and "playing" in order to draw AND have fun. Keyword- Have Fun.
nice...just nice
Your Ikeda sketches kinda look like Spiderman at first :-P
Oh god I forgot about Iron Monkey. That movie was an extremely important aspect of life when I was learning to draw
Howdy Trent, I've been wondering if I have a decent understanding and practice of perspective and light source, is it ok to switch to greyboxing completely, or should I keep practicing perspective to not lose it
Debating how to build a portfolio -> tailor to 1 company or continue with my own style. when the 1 company doesnt respond, do i keep pursuing with art they would like, or keep my options open and follow my own passion/style/subject matter/interests/etc?
People keep telling me the same thing that they can't draw stick figure watching your video I think it will help
Drawing characters is easy!
1. Draw a stick figure.
2. Draw the rest of the owl.
So RUclips served me an add for a Trent Kaniuga... Wonder who that is lol
i would get pretty miffed when i first went to an art course in school and some students complained that they couldnt draw a box, ball, cone etc.
It comes down to the same way you develop ANY skill: practise, practise, practise.
Ehem do you use sketchbook and when do you use Photoshop? Is there a Strategy behind? Regards from Germany
Yeahhhhhhhh😻😻😻😻😻
Trent I've heard some artists prefer intuos more than cintiq because you don't look down a lot, so it's better for your neck, what do you use? And what's your opinion?
yes. That's me. intuos pro medium.
I also feel like being further from the screen helps u keep better proportions.
hi..which software is it at 9:20 minutes and your brush ?
One question; if the character in question, is on a distance, how many heads should it be drawn tall, then?
Yeah I think my issue has been with getting poses down. I can draw these static poses easy if I take my time to get the proportions right, but trying to draw any pose more complicated than a face-on, upright figure is beyond me. Any suggestions?
Proko has a great series of figure drawing lessons. He starts with gesture drawing, moves onto blocks and goes from there....
He says that gesture drawing is foundational and is one of the most important aspects, adding dynamism and energy to a pose. It needs practicing, failing and getting used to. You're talking about gesture drawing and adding form on top. If you're having trouble with drawing in general, don't useyour fingers to move around the pencil and draw with your elbow and shoulder. It's easier. Check out Proko. Make sure you have some experience drawing relatively smoothly before you start any tut, otherwise you won't be able to absorb the lessons well.
Holy moly I'm early. Hopefully worth it.
4:40 "bloody-builder"
0:25 evelotion of man lol
What was that program, which u used for sketching 10:55 ?
its called sketchbook(really)
Does this work for traditional art to or is it digital exclusive
some comic book artists block out their pages with black blobs and stick figures then trace over their sketches onto the final image. So it works for traditional too.
@@TrentKaniuga thanks
Do you think it's important to go to art school? If yes how would it help you with game art/ concept art after finishing?
Artschool is only a problem because it can be expensive.
1. If they only have full time working professionals on staff or mentorship programs, that's a good thing. Some colleges hire newer artists and that's not ideal.
2. A good art school has an extensive network of people in the industry and your fellow students/teachers can help you a find work. You can help them too. If your work isn't good, it's tough, even with help.
3. You need to see what the student work is like on the site. Very good work is important and shows that they teach well. Ask whether they work on combined game projects or assets are imported into unreal 4, unity or frostbite, etc if they mention it.
Some sites show good and bad work, which is honest. Even if the 'bad' pieces are fairly strong, that's a good sign. Contact colleges by email or Skype and ask tough questions about post college and how the course works.
Nobody ever asks for college qualifications for work, but depending on the type of person you are or the training you've been exposed to, sometimes the high degree of polish and perfectionism can be more easily be expected of a graduate of a renowned or good college.
Can you do a video on digital art for beginners?
Ive done so many already. Look up my sketchbook pro video for beginners.
@@TrentKaniuga ok will do. Keep the videos coming. I look forward to Wednesdays for this reason. Nice job man!!!
that moment when u realize you have been drawing for 13 mins to end up making a stickman
upload the mech studies on RUclips when you make those
I wouldn't say easy! Simple maybe but definitely not easy for everyone!
I draw animals and animal-like creatures from time to time. My family says that I'm doing very good for someone who hasn't taken an art class since middle school. I have practiced very few times, but becuase of my phototgraphic memory, I can sort of visualize how an artist might draw it. When I see art, I look for the technique, or way the pencil or brush is stroked. I have an character in mind I'd like to get down on paper and I literally just started. I'll draw it, redraw a few details. Then I'll leave it be. When I get an idea, I'll go back and fix it. It may take a long time which doesn't matter for me because I don't plan on becoming an artist.
Did you go to an art school in Elkhart? If so which one?
There are no art schools in Elkhart. I am completely self taught. If you don't have access to art teachers, use youtube and gumroad tutorials to learn as much as you can.
Okay! I just moved here with my mom and saw there was a trade school that taught video game quality 3d models using autodesk downtown and was wondering if you had went to the same one. Thank you for the reply!
@@cheyennerowe7691 WOW! In Elkhart!? Thats a big deal. If you take the class, please tell them to contact me. I would love to support game development in my hometown. There was nothing like that in Elkhart back when I lived there.
Of course!
elkhart.k12.in.us/eacc/home/students-parents/programs/cad-computer-aided-drafting-and-design/ Here is the link to their page :)
2:07 - 2.13 Christopher walken ?
There’s only one joint in an elbow, right?
More tutorials
:/ if only i knew it was easy, I wouldn't be going to college
I got the first one drawing down.
Dont be fooled people. You have to understand anatomy, gesture... etc.
I'm hoping that this video shows how you can build up with stick figures, and then pull reference to learn to develop your understanding of anatomy. Not trying to fool anyone. Just trying to show how anyone can learn.
@@TrentKaniuga I respect you and your work. But also I wanted to say for anyone starting, that character design requires practice and time. Its not something that you can get magicaly in one day.
@@hormones9710 Agreed.
@@hormones9710 I'm just gonna go out on a limb here and say you didn't watch the video
Hormones I agree. The title is a little baity... it’s not easy. Getting started though is easy :)
You sound exactly like Scott Robertson😂
Is that the new zed skin? xD
Please do a video on drawing characters is easy in mobile and on paper drawing please
I HOPE YOU SEE THIS
The only issue I see with the male figures, the stomach doesn't sink in like that when at rest. Stomach vacuuming, yes, but at rest it doesn't sink in like that so that's not really natural.
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please add english subtitle
easy, but not the backview )
WE ARE REALLY WEIRD CREATURES, LIKE CARICATURES, I cannot look around and not laugh at all the absurdity XD ! LMAO you weirdos XD
I don’t know why but he kinda sounds like Joaquin Phoenix in this video
"Drawing characters is easy" ok, so I'm just bad. Thanks.
Naw. It just takes practice. If you can only draw stick figures, progress that to drawing sillhouettes, then progress that till you can make more dynamic poses.
the truth is you can put ANY phrase positive or negative in any context you like, just drop your perception, let your eyes see what they gonna see, don't judge JUST OBSERVE !
Weird how I'm drawing a 2 handed swordsman while watching this. That being said, I'm always drawing something with some kinda weapon, usually swords 😂
Познер?
“It’s like saying I can’t run.”
*paraplegic people* :(
oof
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If I had a dollar for every time someone told me they could only draw stick figures.... lol
добавь сабы, я хоть корявый перевод какой увижу, а так блин. =((((
**Ok boomer**
“Easy”
1 no it fuckin aint
Wow .. the title alone for this video is enough to anger me... Drawing characters is NOT easy, There is NOTHING easy about drawing. People are either gifted with the ability to see things as an artist and therefore able to draw and develop that skill, or they are not.
I can easily model things in 3D software , but your stage 3 character is my limit with 2D.
Why is that the case?