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What are some online resources for learning 2d - animation and drawing?
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T.J.’s Answer
Hello Yili!
I have some good resources for you!
For 2D animation, you'll need to showcase that you have a strong ability to draw. Not only draw, but to draw with confident lines.
To start off, the list of subjects to learn how to draw - Preferably, in the order sequence below - are:
1. Sketching
2. Perspective
3. Life drawing
4. Anatomy
5. Animal studies
YouTube provides a lot of informative content, especially when it comes to drawing. (And to share a secret... the best videos for art are often the ones with the least amount of views).
Here are some videos you can start with!
𝐒𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠
I highly recommend doing every single video exercise from the playlist:
Peter Han - Dynamic Sketching:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqR-aNpyEIVd91GCwsyOS3oRn6eoRhyio
𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞
Some of these tips are shown digitally, but you can do many of the exercise on paper.
moderndayjames - Understanding Perspective for Beginners
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgKJMTFp_25iQVZ6ItpZKTSN9Yo44YSTs
BaM - Perspective Grids and Tips
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=upxBGNcryRs
Timooee - Grids in Photoshop
https://youtu.be/tgFy9MAbdzw
(Another pro-tip: Use Photopea if you don't have photoshop)
PhipsArt - Everything about Perspective & Vanishing Points
https://youtu.be/YDanHdjPJVs
𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐚𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠
Here, it's recommended to take a in-person class. However, if that's not available, you can draw people in public places, or focus on drawing from photo references.
Figure Drawing Crash Course:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgKJMTFp_25iQVZ6ItpZKTSN9Yo44YSTs
Life Drawing Session 1 (Guided) || 5 Minute Poses (this is 2 hours, but very informative to watch)
https://www.youtube.com/live/MhMVn4s-AL0?feature=share
𝐀𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐲
Proko - How to Combine Gesture + Anatomy
https://youtu.be/MKi3-fe1GC4
Sinix Design - Anatomy Quick Tips:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLflflDShjUKH4EfZyf0vuKEuqeqvlV0Qd
𝐀𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐬
moderndayjames - DRAWING ANIMALS 1:
https://youtu.be/Z9Px68r5BNU
R.M.Broadwell Atelier - Drawing Animals for Beginners Pt 1:
https://youtu.be/mA77noU56_8
After watching lectures for the above and getting a solid understanding of the fundamentals --- You can move onto working on 2d animation concepts.
That way, you can draw well and learn from this animation instructor:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLT5fCWZ99IGk4_LxU2nyXUhPPsBeb6cq5
(His channel is a hidden gem).
As long as you're consistent with your practice and open to life-long learning, you will go far!
Sending you encouragement as you begin learning 2D art :)
I have some good resources for you!
For 2D animation, you'll need to showcase that you have a strong ability to draw. Not only draw, but to draw with confident lines.
To start off, the list of subjects to learn how to draw - Preferably, in the order sequence below - are:
1. Sketching
2. Perspective
3. Life drawing
4. Anatomy
5. Animal studies
YouTube provides a lot of informative content, especially when it comes to drawing. (And to share a secret... the best videos for art are often the ones with the least amount of views).
Here are some videos you can start with!
𝐒𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠
I highly recommend doing every single video exercise from the playlist:
Peter Han - Dynamic Sketching:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqR-aNpyEIVd91GCwsyOS3oRn6eoRhyio
𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞
Some of these tips are shown digitally, but you can do many of the exercise on paper.
moderndayjames - Understanding Perspective for Beginners
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgKJMTFp_25iQVZ6ItpZKTSN9Yo44YSTs
BaM - Perspective Grids and Tips
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=upxBGNcryRs
Timooee - Grids in Photoshop
https://youtu.be/tgFy9MAbdzw
(Another pro-tip: Use Photopea if you don't have photoshop)
PhipsArt - Everything about Perspective & Vanishing Points
https://youtu.be/YDanHdjPJVs
𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐚𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠
Here, it's recommended to take a in-person class. However, if that's not available, you can draw people in public places, or focus on drawing from photo references.
Figure Drawing Crash Course:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgKJMTFp_25iQVZ6ItpZKTSN9Yo44YSTs
Life Drawing Session 1 (Guided) || 5 Minute Poses (this is 2 hours, but very informative to watch)
https://www.youtube.com/live/MhMVn4s-AL0?feature=share
𝐀𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐲
Proko - How to Combine Gesture + Anatomy
https://youtu.be/MKi3-fe1GC4
Sinix Design - Anatomy Quick Tips:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLflflDShjUKH4EfZyf0vuKEuqeqvlV0Qd
𝐀𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐬
moderndayjames - DRAWING ANIMALS 1:
https://youtu.be/Z9Px68r5BNU
R.M.Broadwell Atelier - Drawing Animals for Beginners Pt 1:
https://youtu.be/mA77noU56_8
After watching lectures for the above and getting a solid understanding of the fundamentals --- You can move onto working on 2d animation concepts.
That way, you can draw well and learn from this animation instructor:
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLT5fCWZ99IGk4_LxU2nyXUhPPsBeb6cq5
(His channel is a hidden gem).
As long as you're consistent with your practice and open to life-long learning, you will go far!
Sending you encouragement as you begin learning 2D art :)
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Jasmine’s Answer
Hi there! If you are willing to pay, websites like skillshare can be a valuable resource. Of course, you can also find a number of free tutorials on YouTube and sometimes Twitter.
I find YouTube to be one of the best resources because there are tutorials for most art softwares and good references for human motion and action. Tiptut, Toniko Pantoja, Alan Becker, and Alex Grigg are a good starting point.
I hope this helps on your art journey!
I find YouTube to be one of the best resources because there are tutorials for most art softwares and good references for human motion and action. Tiptut, Toniko Pantoja, Alan Becker, and Alex Grigg are a good starting point.
I hope this helps on your art journey!
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Jeff’s Answer
Hi Yili! You've made such a fantastic decision to learn animation and drawing, and I'm so excited for your journey ahead! YouTube is the ideal online resource for you, as it offers a wealth of tutorials designed to walk you step-by-step through your process of creation. Just search for your preferred software and add "tutorial" or "step by step" to find the perfect guide for you. For example, "ProCreate tutorial" or "After Effects tutorial."
Some fantastic YouTube channels you must check out are AlanBeckerTutorials, TipTut, and Animaker! These established creators will inspire and teach you amazing techniques.
Remember, it's all about practice and getting comfortable with the tools you're using. Every new skill you learn and every hour you invest in your creative work will make you better and better! So, keep striving and stay passionate, Yili! With dedication and determination, you're going to unlock your full potential and achieve greatness!
Some fantastic YouTube channels you must check out are AlanBeckerTutorials, TipTut, and Animaker! These established creators will inspire and teach you amazing techniques.
Remember, it's all about practice and getting comfortable with the tools you're using. Every new skill you learn and every hour you invest in your creative work will make you better and better! So, keep striving and stay passionate, Yili! With dedication and determination, you're going to unlock your full potential and achieve greatness!
I'm excited to put your great advice to good use!
Yili