Cartooning For The Beginner Today

A set of 2B pencils and a fine-liner pen (like a Micron) for "inking."

Should I include a for a specific character? paper and pencil ? I can tailor the advice to fit your specific audience . Cartooning for the Beginner

Cartoons communicate through "the read." A viewer should know how a character feels instantly. A set of 2B pencils and a fine-liner

Practice "sketching light." Draw dozens of circles and squares without pressing hard. The Power of Exaggeration Realism is the enemy of cartooning. Cartoons communicate through "the read

Draw a curved line first to represent the character's spine and build the body around it to show movement. Find Your Tools You don't need a tablet to be a cartoonist.

Free apps like Procreate or ibisPaint X are great for beginners. Paper: Use smooth cardstock if you plan on using markers. 🚀 Pro Tip: Keep a "Doodle Diary"