55th

November 2023

Tips of the Month

Thank you for your posts!

The themes this time were Soft Winter Apparel, Selection Tool Techniques, and How to Draw Castles. We are now accepting submissions for the Holiday Special themes and looking forward to your posts!

Out of the Tips posted between Nov 1, 2023 to Nov 30, 2023, the writers of the following will be rewarded a cash prize or GOLD!

Video Award

US$900
  1. In this article, you will learn how to use selection tools to enhance the speed and quality of your drawings. By following this easy-to-understand guide, you can improve the efficiency of your drawing process using a combination of tools. Although the example used in this Tips is manga, the techniques can be applied to other types of creative content as well.

Gold Award

US$700
  1. Are you using the selection tools effectively? This Tips provides a comprehensive introduction to everything from the basic usage of the selection tool to detailed settings, along with examples. Additionally, there are some useful techniques that allow you to edit and correct fills efficiently, so make sure to take advantage of them! You might discover new ways to use the selection tool.

Silver Award

US$300
  1. Discover the ins and outs of selection tools in Clip Studio Paint with this comprehensive tutorial, covering everything from the fundamentals to advanced techniques like quick masks and selection layers useful for all types of projects. Give them a go and improve your drawing flow!
  2. If you're concerned that the clothes you draw using Clip Studio Assets won't match your drawings, this Tips is for you. Not only does it introduce techniques for matching sweater stitches and clothing patterns to various textures but it also teaches you how to match it to your art style.
  3. Master the art of quick masks and selection layers for efficient coloring. This comprehensive Tips teaches you everything you need to know to use selection tools effectively in your art. Follow along and test which technique works best for your art!
  4. This Tips provides a guide on how to draw castles with different concepts like vastness, tranquility, and strength. Not only was it an enjoyable read as it explained how the impression of the castle changes by altering the perspective and angle, we also appreciated the detailed explanation of the different parts of the castle, such as the roof and windows.
  5. Drawing something intricate with no idea of where to start? This walkthrough provides a comprehensive guide on how to create a detailed line drawing of a castle using vector layers, perspective rulers, and more. We highly recommendthis Tips for those who struggle with drawing complex structures.
  6. This Tips is about how to draw winter clothes with a focus on folds. The article is easy to understand as the author demonstrates wearing clothes made of various materials, such as denim and leather, and explains the principles behind wrinkles. By learning how to draw winter clothes according to the volume, gravity, and creases in the clothes, you can improve your drawing skills.

Bronze Award

3,000 GOLD

Giving away US$10,000 every month!
Submit your "TIPS of the Month" and earn a reward!

Post your tutorial on our theme of the month and share your art knowledge with Clip Studio Paint users all over the world! Each month, we’ll select the best tutorials our users have to offer, giving away up to US$10,000 in prizes! Winning entries will be selected from tutorials covering the chosen themes on Clip Studio Tips, based on various factors such as novelty, range of use, usefulness, and views.

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