The Beginner — Cartooning For

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." A viewer should know how a character feels instantly. Cartooning for the Beginner

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

Don't try to draw a masterpiece every day. Spend 10 minutes doodling eyes, hands, or weird hats. Quantity leads to quality! If you'd like me to expand this post, let me know: Is this for or adults ? A set of 2B pencils and a fine-liner

If a character is smart, give them a giant forehead.

Don’t draw every hair or tooth—draw the shape of the hair and one solid white block for teeth. Expressing Emotion

If they are surprised, bug their eyes out.

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Cartooning for the Beginner