1. Introduction

Hello! I'm V21e, a professional illustrator and artist, author of the Webtoon Canvas "TIME TO LEVEL UP!".

 

Clip Studio Paint is an excellent drawing program. It has many features that simplify my workflow, whether I'm creating comics, illustrations, or fine art drawings.

 

Today I will show you how to create a drawing simulating a sharp photograph using some of the functions available in Clip Studio Paint. I will explain the fundamentals for making beautiful compositions by utilizing the background, my thought process when illustrating, and my methods for enhancing my drawings with the program's tools.

 

I will divide the article into sections. If you want to go directly to applying effects to the image, go to section "7. Photographic Effect".

 

This article includes a video. I focus on explaining the process in section "7. Photographic Effect". I'm attaching it below.

2. How to Get Inspired

Before starting to draw, we must answer some questions: What do I want to draw? What do I want to express? What reference images inspire me and/or remind me of my drawing idea?

 

For this tutorial, I will answer these questions as an example:

 

➤What do I want to draw?

"My character in a tundra as part of a photo shoot."

 

➤What do I want to express?

"Although my character wears city clothes, I want them to show harmony with the natural environment. Beauty and calm. A cold place but warmth in the character."

 

➤What reference images inspire me and/or remind me of my drawing idea?

"Landscapes of Alaska and Argentina, especially Bariloche. Their color palette is ideal for what I want to illustrate."

Remember that these are just examples. Don't hesitate to draw what you are passionate about and what inspires you!

 

3. Shots and Angles

We cannot talk about photographic effect without first discussing the angles and shots used in photography.

 

✦『 Shots』✦

 

✦Extreme Long Shot

Shot generally used to represent the scenery.

 

✦Long Shot

Used to represent the setting in which a character is located.

✦Full Shot

Mainly used to introduce characters and depict fights, it encompasses the represented characters from head to toe.

✦American Shot (Medium Full Shot)

Character shot that spans from the knees to the head. There is a balance between the background and the character's actions.

✦Medium Shot

Character shot that spans from the waist to the head. It focuses on the character's actions.

✦Medium Close-Up Shot

Character shot that spans from the chest to the head. It focuses attention on the person more than the background.

✦Close-Up Shot

Character shot that always comes, approximately, from the trapezius to the head and mainly seeks to present the character's face and their expressiveness.

✦Extreme Close-Up Shot

Character shot that represents the character's full face and occupies the entire panel or the vast majority of it.

✦Detail Shot

Focuses on important actions or events, such as someone performing an action (e.g., someone drawing a pistol or giving money). It focuses on details.

✦『Angles』✦

 

✦Front Angle/Shot

Front view horizontally.

✦Rear Angle/Shot

Back view horizontally. The opposite of the front shot.

 

✦Bird's Eye Angle/Shot (Zenithal Angle)

View from directly above, perfectly vertical. If there are characters in the scene, it will focus on the top of their heads.

 

✦Nadir Angle/Shot

View from directly below, perfectly vertical. The opposite of the bird's eye shot.

 

✦High Angle/Shot

View from above with an approximate 45-degree inclination.

✦Low Angle/Shot

View from below with an approximate 45-degree inclination. The opposite of the high angle shot.

✦Dutch Angle/Shot (Canted Angle)

A framing in which the view is tilted between 25 and 45 degrees. Adds dynamism to an image.

✦360 Degree Angle/Fisheye Shot

A framing that has a vanishing point towards which the entire panorama escapes. Generally combined with other angles.

 

4. The Sketch and Composition

Clip Studio Paint greatly facilitates the drawing process with all its functions (automatic coloring, use of 3D models, transforming photos into manga-style drawings, etc.), but planning, the creative part of a good image, comes from the artist.

 

A good image starts with the draft or sketch.

 

The draft's purpose is to show a preview of the final illustration with very few strokes. This first step allows for composing many images with minimal effort.

 

Composition is the management of elements present in the drawing such as light, contrast, characters, environmental elements, etc. Additionally, I personally define it as "The management of attention," since, depending on how it's used, it's one of the best tools to convey feelings through an image. A good composition is your best tool to convey what you desire from the subjective and emotional.

 

Focusing the observer's attention on what I want them to see is achieved through the aforementioned composition elements: lighting, perspective, symbolism, color, poses, etc. Do you want, for example, your audience to focus on a character's hands or, precisely, on what they are holding? Composition and camera angle are your best companions.

4.1 A Spectacular Image

In our composition, we will seek to create a spectacular, beautiful, clear, and eye-catching image. All this with professional execution. Every spectacular image - of those we save on our social media for being beautiful - is clear in what it represents.

 

They have Contrast.

 

Can the character be distinguished from the background? Can I make out what is happening in the drawing from a distance? Is the body language understood? All of this is achieved through the contrast. Contrast is a break in pattern, whether of color, shapes, lighting, or imaginary lines. These elements are usually of visual interest. Therefore, they serve to guide the narrative in an image.

 

Clip Studio Paint has tools that help increase the contrast and beauty of our illustrations. These tools and their characteristics are specifically mentioned in section "6. Let's Use Clip Studio Paint!" and their practical application in "7. Photographic Effect" and "7.1 Images with Line Art."

 

Composition is usually simple and intuitive. For those who need examples, I leave you the following section. I will explain pattern breaks and narrative elements for better understanding.

I will use image 2 as an example.

 

4.2 Examples of Composition

✦1. Visible Lines:

Generally, various areas of the landscape form "horizontal lines." In this example, these are interrupted by the character's figure, vertically. They serve to define the horizon, the "camera" height, the angle, and even the perspective. They help us contrast the character with the background and even define the distance of the elements present in the landscape.

 

✦2. Imaginary Lines:

These are more subtle than the previous ones, but easy to identify. Usually, our gaze finds their intersections attractive. They affect both the narrative (as an element of movement) and the focus. The focus given by imaginary lines can often be used to center attention on a point, in this case, the character. Imaginary lines are a good resource for adding intensity to certain areas of the drawing or greater interest. In this case, there is no movement, only the character and the action they perform around this point (holding hands) are highlighted.

 

✦3 (Light Blue) Narrative Elements:

Encompasses common sense, symbols, and/or associations, as well as body language. For example, for a bird to fly, it must move its wings, so upon seeing them extended, we immediately assume its movement.

 

In this case, the character's face denotes a certain surprise. By their expression and head position, we can assume something caught their attention, whether it's a sound or someone calling their name.

 

Hands behind the back usually occur in a relaxed or formal pose, sometimes used in contemplation or service. However, they appear quite relaxed overall.

 

People tend to create mental animations while observing an image, seeking meaning in these small details. It happens involuntarily. Everything occurs in their imagination.

 

In this example, it's normal to interpret and imagine that the character slightly turned their face, paying attention. The moving water and birds, some strands of hair moving in the wind, bring the environment, the background, to life.

 

Thanks to this implicit narration, an image feels more "alive."

 

✦3 (Pink ❤) Similarities:

In this type of pattern, beyond the area of elements we associate as similar, any object draws attention.

 

In this case, the character stands out above the height of the mountains. Standing out above the mountains and gazing at the viewer further enhances the natural attractiveness of the face in terms of attention.

 

✦4. Opposites:

The background has greater complexity in detail and color compared to the character. Generally, the more detail, the greater the importance of what is portrayed. But be careful, because excessive and inharmonious detail tends to saturate, creating the opposite effect.

 

In this case, the background's level of detail is appropriate because it is more detailed than the character. The visual simplicity of the character helps direct the focus to the background, balancing our image.

 

Who is really the protagonist of this image? The background or the character?

 

 

As a final detail in this section, I would like to provide additional information so that your backgrounds are not only beautiful but also relevant. The background often allows us to convey atmosphere. When creating comics, webtoons, or manga, consider that depending on the genre, you will want to make backgrounds in one way or another. For example, horror or mystery is not represented in the same way as beauty or contemplation.

 

✧Left, terror. ✧Right, contemplation.

5. Light and Color

This section is dedicated to all those who want to know about my drawing procedure and my criteria for managing color. If it helps, I hope you use what is written here as a guide. I am, after all, an artist who loves to play with color. Let's get to work!

 

I will mention Clip Studio Paint tools to enhance the colors of an image. But their explanation and use will be detailed later.

 

Without further ado... let's begin with the explanation.

 

✦『 COLOR 』✦

 

✦Color is a very powerful element in any illustration. It has the power to change an image's "narrative," for example, from cheerful to terrifying. All of this, with the mere use of different shades of the same color.

 

The trick to color in spectacular images is that they always feature combined colors. Color theory is present! There are "classic" color combinations in these types of images (for example, autumnal/winter color palettes).

 

✧Example of a beautiful color palette. Left, original color. Right, autumn/winter lighting.

 

✦When illustrating natural environments, I recommend using photographic references appropriate to the environment you wish to portray and extracting their color tones.

 

✦Showcase your mastery of lighting!

 

Sunset and sunrise, dawn and dusk, are references you should also seek when portraying natural environments due to the interaction of light with the environment, characters, and objects. These interactions highlight volume, atmosphere, lights and shadows, the nature of materials, etc.

 

As I mentioned, contrast is essential for a clear and spectacular image. Images set in dawn or dusk styles naturally promote high-contrast lighting. This creates quite interesting and attractive light/color/material interactions for observers. Its good management increases the professionalism of the image.

 

✦There are elements that, when interacting with light, cause the light to pass through them. For example, hair, clothes, and skin in some parts of the body (like hands) allow environmental tones to be reflected better when backlit. Taking this detail into account will add more realism and beauty to your drawings. In this case, I invite you to look for references (preferably photographic) to understand this phenomenon.

 

 

✧.o1. Example focused on orange colors and interesting tones expressed in the skin. Base color.

 

✧.o2. Shadow.

✧.o3. Apply orange tones (in this case) at the boundaries of light and shadow. Use the "Soft Airbrush" brush. The tone depends on the ambient light.

✧.o4. Here, the light bounce is appreciated. Observe how the ambient light affects the shadow. Use the "Soft Airbrush” brush for the final finish. The bounce reflected in the shadow area indicates that there is an element reflecting ambient light below the hand.

 

This type of lighting possesses powerful narrative elements due to its ability to provide clear ambience. Additionally, it helps integrate characters with the background.

 

Here's another example: a light illuminates our character from behind. In the drawing, you can see how the interaction of light with the hair highlights it and contributes to contrast. This light also adds a narrative factor: where does it come from? It could be a lamp or a ray of sun, even some magical light. While other elements in the scene are needed to deduce what is happening in the illustration, the light undoubtedly aids in the harmony and integration of the character with the background.

 

✧On the left, we can appreciate a calm, mountain-like environment. Its color combination is characteristic of a natural environment. The lighting is frontal and simple, with some pink color details on the skin and hair to convey vitality. There aren't many color interactions. On the right, a dark environment is appreciated, typical of, for example, a night party. "Split complementary" colors are used (red/orange in the presence of dark green/aqua blue). Notable color interactions (and thus, lighting) include the hair being illuminated by a lamp, and small illuminated areas in the shadow area (cheek and part of the jacket) help integrate the red color into the character.

 

➤Are there tools to improve our color combination in Clip Studio Paint?

Yes, one tool is the “Blending Modes” present in layers. Another is “Correction Layers.” Later in this tutorial, I will delve deeper into their use.

 

If you want to consult color palettes for an illustration, I suggest checking out the "Color And Illustration" gallery on Instagram. It's a good source of inspiration and learning to understand more about color theory.

 

 

If you wish to delve deeper into achieving interesting color interactions, continue reading the tutorial.

 

In the next section, I formally present the tools for Layer Blending Modes and Correction Layers. In sections "7. Photographic Effect" and "7.1 Images with Line Art," I make use of both tools. In the latter, I demonstrate the use of Layer Blending Modes to achieve colorful images with little effort.

 

Now, let's open the program.

6. Let's Use Clip Studio Paint!

The Clip Studio Paint functions we will use to enhance our drawings are blur filters, Layer Blending Modes, Correction Layers, and the brushes available in the program. We will use both the default ones and those that can be found in Clip Studio ASSETS.

6.1 Gaussian Blur

Gaussian Blur is one of the preferred tools for increasing focus and attractiveness at the points of interest in an image.

✧Gaussian Blur: Demonstration. 1. Original image / 2. Slight use of the filter / 3. Greater use of the filter than in section 2.

 

You can access this function in [Filter]→[Blur]→[Gaussian Blur]

(Image below).

 

Next, a pop-up window appears that allows you to change the Gaussian Blur Amount. Its use affects only the active layer, so it cannot be used on multiple layers at the same time. Later, I will explain how to apply it more precisely in our illustration.

 

✦The following example shows how it affects only one of the layers.

 

✧.o1. Original image

 

✧.o2. Layer content and organization

✧a. and b. Influence of different Gaussian Blur values on the selected layer.

✧Final result.

6.2 Motion Blur

Motion Blur is a filter that greatly helps, precisely, to give a sense of movement narrative to the environment.

In this example, I will use leaves and branches, for which it is ideal. In manga, it is used for characters' moving arms or legs, especially in action scenes.

 

✧(Left to Right) Image without and with Motion Blur applied.

 

You can access this function in [Filter]→[Blur]→[Motion Blur]. In fact, it is above [Gaussian Blur].

(Image below).

 

Next, a pop-up window appears that allows you to configure the amount of movement shown, as well as the angle of movement.

 

It uses the same principles as Gaussian Blur. Its use affects only the active layer, so it cannot be used on multiple layers.

 

✦The following example shows how the filter affects a single layer. I will omit the layer distribution. It has the same layer order as in the Gaussian Blur example.

 

✧Original image.

✧The top bar of the pop-up window (Distance) changes the intensity with which the movement is shown. The bottom bar (Angle) changes the direction from which the movement is applied. The bottom box (Distortion) changes the simulation of where the movement comes from: backward, forward, or from both sides. It's better to try it than to describe it.

 

✧Final result.

6.3 Blending Modes

Blending Modes are an editable function present in layers. They allow for adding interesting color interactions between the layer and the rest of the drawing.

✧Blending Modes. o1. Original Color / o2. Darken / o3. Pin Light / o4. Darker Color / o5. Original image.

 

Usually, these types of layers and their edited blending modes are used to add shadows, lights, and as a filter.

 

✧Blending Modes: Demonstration. On the active layer, I made some light yellow brushstrokes with the "Airbrush" tool. By changing the layer Blending Modes, interesting effects of brightness, shadow, and color can be achieved.

 

Unlike blurs, Blending Mode affects all selected layers with a single click. Be careful!

 

You can access the Blending Modes for layers in the [Layer Window], in the upper section of it.

 

In case you don't have the [Layer Window] visible, you can reactivate it in [Window]→[Layer].

(Image below).

 

If layer Blending Mode is used together with a change in Opacity, interesting color interactions can be achieved.

 

Opacity is "how opaque" or "transparent" an element is, in this case, a layer. You can access this function in the [Layer Window]. In the upper right area next to the Blending Modes, there is a slider bar and a window with a percentage. (Image below)

 

✧If you alter the opacity values, its transparency changes. Left: Layer with blue color. Normal blending mode. 100% opacity / Right: Layer with the same shade of blue. Normal blending mode. 50% opacity.

 

My intention is to show a practical use of Blending Modes, but not to limit experimentation. Doing "Trial and error" is simpler than trying to understand the mathematical foundation that shapes each Blending Mode and then applying it...

 

》For those curious about the mathematical foundation, the reasons behind each Layer Blending Mode, I'm attaching a link to the CLIP STUDIO PAINT User Manual. It is truly illuminating if you have doubts about the topic.

》I show a demonstration of shading and lighting in section "7.1 Images with Line Art"

6.4 Decorative Brushes

I include the use of Decorative brushes (drawing flowers, light flares, raindrops, etc.) in this section due to their practical use in the drawing process: they save time and are very complete in terms of quality and detail.

✧Decorative Brush "Soft Pentagon" in one of my drawings. Default brush in Clip Studio Paint.

 

Decorative Brushes can share prominence with our character as an outstanding decorative element. They can also help accentuate the perception of depth in the illustration.

 

There are many interesting brushes with varied applications in Clip Studio Paint ASSETS, made both by community members and by the official Clip Studio Paint account.

 

The following brushes are part of my inventory. I selected those that might be of interest for a photographic-style image. It's worth mentioning that while some of these brushes are free, there are also some paid ones:

 

Extra: The bubbles used in this tutorial

6.5 Correction Layers

Correction Layers are similar to Blending Modes, but they have a greater scope when altering color values. They serve both as filters and for correcting tones, creating interesting textures, etc. Furthermore, unlike blur filters, they are reversible.

 

In this tutorial, I will only use them as filters (I'm sorry, I'm not doing this tool justice Q.Q). I will include practical examples for the curious.

 

 

✧Graphic poster-style tones achieved with a Correction Layer using "Gradient Map". Custom color range.

 

You can access this function in [Layer]→[New Correction Layer]→[(Options)].

(Image below).

 

It can also be accessed from the [Layer Window].

 

On an active layer, [Right Click]→[Correction Layer]→[(Option)]. (Image below)

 

Depending on the type of option you select, different pop-up windows will appear.

 

》I'm attaching a specialized article on the topic. It explains each of the layers and their practical uses. It's my favorite tutorial on this subject.

 

》In this one I leave you below, they explain how to integrate a character with the background lighting.

》Finally, in this one, they explain how to achieve holographic fabric clothing using Gradient Maps.

7. Photographic Effect

With all that prior information, all that's left is to draw and apply what you've learned!

 

The effects we will add to make our illustration photographic in style are applied at the end of the drawing process.

 

✦I advise keeping your drawing process in separate layers and/or folders. Separate the background, character, and decoration. This is for order and practicality.

 

✦The use of filters like Gaussian Blur or Motion Blur only works on a single active layer. If you work with multiple layers in your drawing, it will be necessary to merge the layers that make up each element separately: background elements, the floor, the character, decorations, etc.

 

If you want to keep your drawing's layer data separate, I suggest making a copy of your document or (in the same layer section of your document) having a copy of your layers. One set of layers is for backup, and the other is for merging and working with. Personally, I like the second option.

 

✧Example of two sets of layers: 1. The original layers and 2. The merged layers.

 

To duplicate layer sets, they must be selected first.

 

To select elements in the layer window, I suggest the following keyboard shortcuts. Agility when working is key!

 

●To select a single layer, just click on it.

●To select continuous layers, [Shift]

●To select multiple layers, but specifically, [Ctrl]

 

✧Selection of continuous elements. Click on the first layer. Then, while holding [Shift], select the last layer in the range of layers you want to select.

✧Selection of individual elements. Click on the first layer. Then, while holding [Ctrl], select the specific layers you want to select.

 

Once selected, you can duplicate your layers simply by using the copy [Ctrl+C] and paste [Ctrl+V] keyboard shortcuts, or you can [Right-click] on a selected layer and choose "Duplicate Layer" (whichever you prefer).

 

To merge layers, select the layers to merge, then [Right-click]→[Merge selected layers]. (Image below).

 

Now we can work with the filters.

 

For this drawing, I envision a blur on the plants and in the background, as well as a slight blur on the character's hair. I achieve this by enhancing spatial depth.

 

✧Simplified representation of my drawing. a. Current state / b. What I aspire to achieve.

 

I want to add the Gaussian Blur filter to the entire layer where the plants are in the drawing. To do this, I simply select the layer and go to [Filter]→[Blur]→[Gaussian Blur]. I select the blur amount and click OK.

 

✧(Left to right). Initial result / Final result (slight blur in the background)

✧(Left to right). Initial result / Final result (strong blur on plants and slight blur on grass)

 

To apply the filter to specific areas, it will be necessary to select the area to be affected.

 

I want to apply a slight blur only to the character's hair and some edges of the trench coat. For this, I go to the tool palette and select the marquee tool. Then, in the sub-tool section, I select the [Lasso] tool (image below).

 

To select an element, simply draw over the area.

 

I suggest the following keyboard shortcuts for using the [Lasso] sub-tool:

 

●To increase the selection, hold down [Shift]

●To decrease selections, hold down [Alt]

 

✧These are the shortcuts to increase and decrease selection. To increase a selection, hold down [Shift] and drag the cursor to select a new area. If you want to deselect an area, hold down [Alt] and draw over the area you wish to deselect.

✧Selection example.

 

On the layer to edit with the selected sections, go to [Filter]→[Blur]→[Gaussian Blur]. Alter the blur values to your desired settings and click OK.

 

To deselect, with the lasso tool, you can click outside the selected area or go to the pop-up window that appears when making a selection and click the first square on the left (images below).

 

To soften the blur transition, I used the blur sub-tool from the color mix tool (image below).

✧Blur sub-tool operation.

 

I have also added hair and small details to increase sharpness.

✧(Both images, Left to right). Initial result / Final result. More detail in the hair.

 

I added more blur to other parts of the character until I was satisfied with the results. Now it's time to add the glow effect in illuminated areas and special effects.

 

1. I add a new layer.

2. I draw with the Airbrush tool over my drawing a yellow tone on the illuminated areas.

3. I change the blending modes of the layer with the lighting to those that seem most appropriate to me.

4. (Left to right.) Initial image without lighting layer / Final image with lighting layer with altered blending modes. In the image on the right, the lighting layer values are as follows: Layer blending mode set to Glow Dodge (Brightness) and Opacity at 60%.

5. Finally, I add light particles with decorative brushes.

(I attach the link so you can get it in the Clip Studio ASSETS store. It is paid.)

 

✧Sample image with light details.

 

As an extra detail, I'll add a slight filter on top to make it look clearer.

In the layers section, I go to the very top layer.

 

I go to [Layer]→[New Correction Layer]→[Gradient Map] (image below).

 

A pop-up window with many filters will appear.

✧ a. The area called "Gradient Set" allows you to move between folders with different types of preset gradients in Clip Studio Paint. I selected the folder called "Sky". In the scroll bar, we move until we find a filter we like. The one I selected is called "Sunrise (Clear)" (image below).

Upon clicking OK, a layer is formed. You can edit its blending modes and opacity, just like a normal layer.

 

I change the opacity levels until I find a value I consider appropriate (image below).

 

✧ Gradient Map correction layer values. (Left to right) Correction layer with 100% opacity / Correction layer with 25% opacity.

✧Final result.

7.1 Images with Line Art

The photographic effect is not limited to semi-realistic or realistic lighting images. It can be used in digital art with line art, such as manga-style illustrations or Webtoon scenes.

 

The tools that are best utilized in this type of illustration are layer Blending Modes and Correction Layers. This is because they have a series of steps that help implement these tools in a simple and practical way.

 

I will show my drawing process from scratch using layer Blending Modes and Correction Layers to achieve a colorful image. I will also implement the photographic effect. Additionally, I will attach relevant articles to delve deeper into the topic.

 

✧1. Sketch. I focus on the pose and expression. I used the "Pencil" brush with the "Pencil with tips" sub-tool (default brush in Clip Studio Paint).

✧2. Line art. Done on a vector layer. I used the "Pen" brush, sub-tool "G" (default brush in Clip Studio Paint).

✧ 3. Base colors. The background and character were separated into different folders (of layers). The color combination is "Split complementary" (Misty Rose in the presence of Sky Blue, Mint, Cornflower, and Ultramarine Blue). As neutral colors, I used White, Black, and their grayscale.

✧ 4. Shading. Base color of the shadow in original state / Final result. In the image on the right, the layer values are as follows: Blending mode Multiply, Opacity at 41%.

✧ Lighting. Base color of the lighting in original state / Final result. In the image on the right, the layer values are as follows: Blending mode Glow Dodge (Brightness), Opacity at 41%.

✧ Ambient lighting details. Base color of ambient lighting in original state / Final state. In the image on the right, the layer values are as follows: Blending mode Glow Dodge (Brightness), Opacity at 67%.

✧ Retouches. Small details like blush and more intense shadows on the clothes are specified here. Detail color in original state / Final state. In the image on the right, the layer values are as follows: Blending mode Multiply, Opacity at 50%.

✧ Ambience. Original layer color / result. In the image on the right, the layer values are as follows: Blending mode Difference, Opacity at 20%. These opacity values are to show how the filter acts. The final Opacity values are 5%.

✧ Decoration. Added on a separate layer. Initial image / Final image. In the image on the right, it shows how I used the soft Pentagonal decorative brush. This brush is a default in Clip Studio Paint.

✧ Blur. I added Gaussian Blur to the background, the character's sleeves, and hair. In the image, I highlight these areas for better appreciation.

✧Result

 

As an extra step, a Correction Layer can be added as a filter. I used Gradient Maps, the "Daytime Sky" gradient, default in Clip Studio Paint, and altered its opacity values.

✧ Gradient Map correction layer values. (Left to right) Correction layer with 100% opacity / Correction layer with 40% opacity.

 

✧Final result.

 

In addition to the articles recommended in section "6.5 Correction Maps," some extra articles to enhance our coloring are the following:

 

The first is geared towards illustration, the second is geared towards animation and webcomics. It explains how to color and integrate the character into the background in a few steps. I believe both are complementary and contain very good information if you wish to delve deeper into the topic.

8. Acknowledgments

I thank my family for always believing in me.

 

I thank my boyfriend for being my editor and encouraging me to step out of my comfort zone.

 

Lastly, I would like to thank you for reading this article (it's long [laughs]). It was a pleasure and an honor to have somehow facilitated this training on your artistic journey.

 

That's all from me. Thank you!