JakBaronKing 2011-05-21 08:32:43

You do this all by hand? Shit. That's pretty good.

Imagine what you can do with the right tools....

Save up for these two things.

cintiq 21ux - cost roughly $1000
<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Inrl7JgnYK4">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Inrl7J gnYK4</a>

The best program for people familiar with sketchbooks

Sketchbook Pro - acts just like a real sketchbook.
<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WoHD3ReXpI4">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WoHD3R eXpI4</a>

COMBINE = A masterful artist.

SteelChair 2011-05-21 08:51:59

Agreed, your art is really good. The only thing is, there are gonna be trolls here and there. But really, all you gotta do is block em. So yeah, just a bit of advice. And if you need a little help, and no one knows what you are talking about. Go to the forum, just read the rules first. Most people on the forums don't like when people don't follow the "Hi I am new" threads and such.

SteelChair 2011-05-21 08:52:26

*Art forum.

SteelChair 2011-05-21 09:56:23

Well, good luck with the art. Best of wishes.

JakBaronKing 2011-05-21 16:38:42

Unfortunately the iPad's accuracy is nothing compared to the actual cintiq.

Granted you could probably afford the Cintiq12 one day if you save enough.
<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ueHdyFUhMQ">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ueHdy FUhMQ</a>

It's much smaller and easier to travel with. Not as much detailing ability as the large one but who needs to be like Pixar at home?

As for SketchbookPro, I'm still new to it. But so far it's easier to understand it compared to photoshop when it comes to the idea of drawing.

If you've ever used a "Paint" program as a little child, it's essentially the same thing.

But the basic strategy is to use layers to sketch a rough draft, color behind, darken over another layer, delete the rough draft, erase the extra color, etc.

It's essentially using a real sketchbook. The best programer for illustrators in my opinion.

JakBaronKing 2011-05-21 16:50:46

Cintiq 12 - Pros, small, cheeper, easier to set up and use duel screen capabilities.
<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jEI97_Ka-n4">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jEI97_
Ka-n4</a>

Unfortunately the screen size is SO small it's hard to get a clear idea of what you're doing. However, if your not used to seeing everything then the larger Cintiq21 is a bit overwhelming. But the Cintiq21 costs nearly twice as much.

However, if you feel you can make due with just a Tablet, then a Wacom Bamboo is the most affordable product.
<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DiVIg7crSQM">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DiVIg7 crSQM</a> - Roughly 200 dollars.

It's the perfect way to introduce users to a virtual pen. It's just a little weird having to use your eyes to look at the screen while keeping your hand on just your pad.