Digital Anime Classes

We mainly use: Clip Studio Paint by CELSYS

According to Okuha, Clip Studio Paint is the best art software for anime and manga artists. 

Some fantastic features of Clip Studio Paint are:

• Made by a Japanese company specifically for the anime and manga art industry.
• 3D tools
• Quick toolbar to ease the application of base color, cel shading, halftones, etc.
• Reference window to modify how the reference image is viewed.
• Features to create manga panels, animation, comics, webtoons, etc.
• Various realistic pencils and inking brushes.
• Ready-made halftones for manga drawing.
• Fantastic brush mechanics with almost unlimited tweaking options.
• All the handy features that anime and manga artists may require.

Where to start drawing anime

If you are new to drawing anime, the best place to start is by learning about the basics of anatomy. This includes understanding how to draw hands, feet, and head shapes and how to draw facial features like eyes and noses.

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It’s also important to have a good drawing routine. You should be able to draw without overthinking the process of drawing. That way, you can focus on the artwork and not get distracted by all the technicalities of how you are doing it. Some people like to start with simple shapes, such as circles or squares, while others prefer starting with more complicated ones, like human figures or animals.

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To draw anime, you need to learn to draw in perspective and learn about value. Drawing in perspective means understanding how the shape of your drawing looks from different angles and how it changes.

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Drawing anime is a skill that requires practice and patience. There are many different styles to choose from. The style you start with depends on your preference and what you think would be the best for your skillset.

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And finally, making drawing anime a fun and new experience will make you fall in love with it.

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