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Jeshua
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Cibolo, Texas
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What is some good tips and tricks to help an upcoming Artist/Animator who wants to make his own Stories/Content?
I am currently using Ibis Paint X on my laptop to practice my art pretty much all of time and I want to get better at it desperately.
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Steve Jacobson
Creative Leader/Content Creator/Producer/Editor/Storyteller
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While technology and tools matter, stories remain the heart of everything, and storytelling will always be the main focus. To truly connect with your audience, aim to capture their attention and make them feel emotionally invested in your story. Make them laugh, smile, cry, or relate to the emotions you're sharing. Once you have your story, focus on sharpening your skills with the available tools and technology. It may take time to learn, but there are many online tutorials to help you. Use what you learn to create amazing content. Share it on your social platforms and pay attention to the feedback you receive. You can do it!
Ash C
Etsy Seller, Artist
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Stoneham, Massachusetts
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Ash’s Answer
Hello friend!
My favorite part about learning a new program would be to learn all of your shortcuts first.
Go to settings and your shortcuts should be there.
Play around with all of your brush and tool options then go about looking up tutorials for different art programs (in this case Ibis Paint X).
Consider smaller projects at first, doodling then upgrading to fun stuff you love to paint!
Once you have figured out the program and have a grasp I would consider buying a pen tablet of some sort (nowadays the lowest price ones go for 50 dollars and up!)
My favorite part about learning a new program would be to learn all of your shortcuts first.
Go to settings and your shortcuts should be there.
Play around with all of your brush and tool options then go about looking up tutorials for different art programs (in this case Ibis Paint X).
Consider smaller projects at first, doodling then upgrading to fun stuff you love to paint!
Once you have figured out the program and have a grasp I would consider buying a pen tablet of some sort (nowadays the lowest price ones go for 50 dollars and up!)
Alexander Laurence
Childrens Art Instructor
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Sonoma, California
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Alexander’s Answer
Hey there!
Don't be afraid to watch program tutorials and do warm ups. These tools are excellent in teaching yourself to improve your artwork. Developing a well written story is a huge help in getting your story seen by others and getting people invested into it.
Working with different warmups like color theory or types of sketches, or even people watching and doing warmups with random people you see everyday can help tons. Investing in a travel sketchbook you can take around might help a ton
Don't be afraid to watch program tutorials and do warm ups. These tools are excellent in teaching yourself to improve your artwork. Developing a well written story is a huge help in getting your story seen by others and getting people invested into it.
Working with different warmups like color theory or types of sketches, or even people watching and doing warmups with random people you see everyday can help tons. Investing in a travel sketchbook you can take around might help a ton