references and tutorials

A personal sideblog of art references and tutorials. I like to draw cartoons so most of the stuff on here will relate to drawing, but i'll put other stuff here too.

I made this blog so I can improve in drawing. I'm by no means an expert but i'll link you to other tutorials and try my best to answer questions you may have.

Feel free to submit something!
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rubitsart:

I watched a Glen Keane lecture online and wanted to study it more closely so I drew this along with the video to see how it plays. I really love that build up to the jump, the way she leads with her head and then the force moves to her chest. And drawing this out helped me appreciate what smooth arcs he makes.
I don’t take credit for anything nice about this; it is all Glen Keane.

I watched a Glen Keane lecture online and wanted to study it more closely so I drew this along with the video to see how it plays. I really love that build up to the jump, the way she leads with her head and then the force moves to her chest. And drawing this out helped me appreciate what smooth arcs he makes.

I don’t take credit for anything nice about this; it is all Glen Keane.

2:32 AM

unrelatedstatus:

Expression Reference Dump- Part 1

Part 2

Part 3

Part 4

Part 5

Part 6

Part 7

Part 8

Part 9

Part 10

Part 11

Part 12

Part 13

12:29 AM

#facial expressions

Sunday, January 27, 2013

HOLY FREE ART PROGRAMS BATMAN

I’ve had this list sitting around for a while (in case I ever want to try something new) and I thought I’d share it, because why the hell not, everybody loves free stuff. I’ve only used a couple, so for all I know these could be complete shit. BUT YOU NEVER KNOW, RIGHT?

*= available for both windows and mac os

GIMP * - Does a lot of the same stuff as Photoshop.

FireAlpaca * - Similar to Paint Tool Sai, so it’s a good alternative for Mac users.

Autodesk Sketchbook Copic Edition * - Simulates the look of copic markers.

MyPaint * - Basic stuff, nothing fancy.

Pinta * - Drawing program modeled after paint.NET.

Inkscape * - Vector/drawing program meant to be similar to Illustrator.

ArtRage * - Digital painting program; you can get the trimmed down version for free or buy the full version with more features.

Sumo Paint * - In-browser drawing app.

DAZ Studio * - Some sort of 3D model poser thing.

Pencil * - Software for animating.

SketchUp * - Tool for making 3D models. Looks handy for stuff like architectural drawings.

Blender * - Pretty popular 3D software.

escape motions * - Some browser apps, fun to fiddle with when you’re bored (the fluid fire simulation is pretty cool imo).

Twistedbrush (Pixarra) - Seems to be meant for replicating the look of traditional media.

Pixia/Phierha - A popular program in Japan, according to the website.

Krita - This was originally made for Linux and it looks like the developers haven’t ironed out all of the kinks in the Windows installer.

Artweaver - Another trimmed down free thing if you don’t want to buy the full program.

paint.NET - Pretty basic kit, probably good for simple stuff.

Project Dogwaffle - I’m not sure what this one is all about because I couldn’t stop laughing at the terrible website.

Speedy Painter - Lightweight digital painting program.

mtPaint - Originally made for pixel art; simple enough to run on older computers.

Chasys Draw IES - Supposed to be some sort of drawing+image editor thing.

PaintRibbon - Seems to be another plain old basic image editor.

DrawPlus - Looks like it’s made for graphic design and vector stuff.

SmoothDraw - I’m guessing this is a basic thing for people who don’t want to bother with complicated stuff.

5:06 PM

krad-eelav:

Scott Eaton’s Bodies in Motion Reference Library

One of my all time favorite anatomy references is this handy dandy little webpage here. More than 750+ male and female photos in sequence? check. Outstanding b/w lighting on all of them? check. All SFW images but enough skin showing where the muscle placement is? check. Contortion, fencing, parkour and other poses included? checkity-check.

All of that for free? Aw yeah.

Go take a look around. ;D

extremely yes

4:53 AM

Saturday, December 29, 2012

wannabeanimator:

Stop Motion: Craft Skills for Model Animation

wannabeanimator:

Stop Motion: Craft Skills for Model Animation

5:03 PM

Sunday, December 2, 2012

Submitted by: heidiblack
I know watercolors can be a very intimidating medium, but I really enjoy them, so I made a tutorial.
The kickstarter that this tutorial refers to is here: http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/826620243/electric-abyss-the-art-of-heidi-black

Submitted by: heidiblack

I know watercolors can be a very intimidating medium, but I really enjoy them, so I made a tutorial.

The kickstarter that this tutorial refers to is here: http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/826620243/electric-abyss-the-art-of-heidi-black

8:39 PM

this dude has gotta be my favorite stock photo guy for a multitude of reasons

2:05 AM

Art References Tumblr Accounts!

Some of these may be in the wrong category. Some may need to be in another category! Do tell me (through my ask box) if I need to change or add something! Have fun looking through these accounts!

HUMAN ANATOMY

http://anatomicalart.tumblr.com/

http://amazinglyartisticadvice.tumblr.com/

http://learninganatomy.tumblr.com/

http://artutorials.tumblr.com/

http://referencesforartists.tumblr.com/

http://the-art-post.tumblr.com/

http://ibelievepracticemakesperfect.tumblr.com/

http://human-proportions.tumblr.com/

http://drawingwithpurpose.tumblr.com/

FASHION/CLOTHING

http://lifestylefashion.tumblr.com/

http://drawthisdress.tumblr.com/

http://saranghaex5.tumblr.com/

http://vogue.tumblr.com/

http://carnevaledivenezia.tumblr.com/

http://empireoffashion.tumblr.com/

http://neuro-mantique.tumblr.com/

http://calantheandthenightingale.tumblr.com/

http://dressesthatilike.tumblr.com/

http://fashionoverhype.com/

http://thingstheheartdesires.tumblr.com/

http://fuckyeahwarriorwomen.tumblr.com/

http://womenfighters.tumblr.com/

http://babesinarmor.tumblr.com/

http://omgthatdress.tumblr.com

http://10022-shoe.tumblr.com/

http://stitchmeapetticoat.tumblr.com/

http://dailydoseofcoats.tumblr.com/

http://frillsanthrills.tumblr.com/

http://fuckyeahchinesefashion.tumblr.com/

http://thisandthatstyle.tumblr.com/

ANIMATION

http://wannabeanimator.tumblr.com/

http://drawingforsuckas.tumblr.com/

http://animationtidbits.tumblr.com/

http://animationart.tumblr.com/

HISTORICAL

http://lostsplendor.tumblr.com/

http://doctormonocle.com/

http://tass-posters.tumblr.com/

http://centuriespast.tumblr.com/

http://www.cavetocanvas.com/

http://1920s.tumblr.com/

http://1930s.tumblr.com/

http://1940s.tumblr.com/

http://1950s.tumblr.com/

http://miyako-odori.tumblr.com/

http://okiya.tumblr.com/

http://tammy17tummy.tumblr.com/

http://mindthegarter.tumblr.com/

http://petticoatguru.tumblr.com/

http://hatsfromhistory.tumblr.com/

http://oldrags.tumblr.com/

http://cofairytales.tumblr.com/

http://ornamentedbeing.tumblr.com/

http://picturesofwar.net/

http://fuckyeahvictorians.tumblr.com/

http://theniftyfifties.tumblr.com/

http://theunconventional.tumblr.com/

http://yeoldefashion.tumblr.com/

http://vintagology.tumblr.com/

http://lament-for-the-past.tumblr.com/

http://asianhistory.tumblr.com/

http://art-of-swords.tumblr.com/

ART TIPS/TUTORIAL

http://fyeaharttips.tumblr.com/

http://fuckyeaharttutorials.tumblr.com/

http://art-tutorials.tumblr.com/

http://thecandyjar.tumblr.com/

http://eyecager.tumblr.com/

http://underappreciatedart.tumblr.com/

http://artists-help.tumblr.com/

http://how-to-art.tumblr.com/

http://artist-advice.tumblr.com/

http://learnfromwebcomics.tumblr.com/

http://tutorialsforatists.tumblr.com/

http://help-me-draw.tumblr.com/

ART REFERENCES

http://pb-resources.tumblr.com/

http://simonist.tumblr.com/

http://idlm.tumblr.com/

http://artreferences.tumblr.com/

http://theprophetandtheliar.tumblr.com/

http://art-help.tumblr.com/

http://artanecdotally.tumblr.com/

http://artiststoolbox.tumblr.com/

http://fuckingarthowdoesitwork.tumblr.com/

http://artkink.tumblr.com/

http://artresourcecollection.tumblr.com/

http://referensu.tumblr.com/

http://conceptlibrary.tumblr.com/

http://nazdorovie.tumblr.com/

http://iwantogohome.tumblr.com/

http://art-fridge.tumblr.com/

http://collectionofartreferences.tumblr.com/

http://archimaps.tumblr.com/

http://helpful-inks.tumblr.com/

http://college-campuses.tumblr.com/

http://fyeah-artreferences.tumblr.com/

http://usefulartreference.tumblr.com/

http://ashgrayart.tumblr.com/

http://how-to-art.tumblr.com/

http://onemoreartreferenceblog.tumblr.com/

http://art-aid.tumblr.com/

http://drawallthecouples.tumblr.com/

http://aswordfight.tumblr.com/

http://sequentials.tumblr.com/

http://ref-pixie.tumblr.com/

ART INSPIRATION

http://pythias.tumblr.com/

http://submit.curioos.com/

http://stoopidanchovy.tumblr.com/

http://artistdirectory.tumblr.com/

http://fuckyeahillustrativeart.tumblr.com/

http://deviantfinds.tumblr.com/

http://gunnerromantic.tumblr.com/

http://1000reasonsnottostartmakingart.tumblr.com/

http://nightgrain.tumblr.com/

http://kayspiration.tumblr.com/

http://referenceartgallery.tumblr.com/

http://artforadults.tumblr.com/

http://clanless.tumblr.com

http://designindex.tumblr.com/

http://saycreative.tumblr.com/

http://fuckyeahconceptart.tumblr.com/

http://blog.drawn.ca/

MISC.

http://attadesign.tumblr.com/

http://digitalgrfx.tumblr.com/

http://fixitredlines.tumblr.com/

http://youngartist-city.tumblr.com/

http://color-palettes.tumblr.com/

http://thisbelongsinamuseum.tumblr.com/

2:04 AM

#recommendations

Wednesday, November 21, 2012

drawnblog:

UPDATE: Ray has moved his review to his Tumblr.
Ray Frenden reviews the too-cheap-to-be-true Monoprice graphics tablets. How do they stack up to industry standard Wacoms?

After spending a week with the 6.25“x10” Monoprice, my Yiynova and Cintiq remain unplugged and I gave my Intuos away to a friend. The Monoprice tracks subtle pressure variances and small movements with less lag and more crisp fidelity than any of the others. It is, put crudely, fucking awesome, in both OSX Lion and Windows 7 x64.

UPDATE: Ray has moved his review to his Tumblr.

Ray Frenden reviews the too-cheap-to-be-true Monoprice graphics tablets. How do they stack up to industry standard Wacoms?

After spending a week with the 6.25“x10” Monoprice, my Yiynova and Cintiq remain unplugged and I gave my Intuos away to a friend. The Monoprice tracks subtle pressure variances and small movements with less lag and more crisp fidelity than any of the others. It is, put crudely, fucking awesome, in both OSX Lion and Windows 7 x64.

9:20 PM

Canon EOS 5D Mark II

Thursday, November 15, 2012

Online figure drawing and gesture tool -

learninganatomy:

http://artists.pixelovely.com/practice-tools/figure-drawing/

Well worth checking out, if you haven’t already ;)

6:16 AM

#figure drawing

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