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Ninja Art Tip 165 How to Draw Eyes in Proportion

Ninja Art Tip 165 How to Draw Eyes in Proportion

26 Sep 2024 | Beginner, Finishing, Inspiration, Ninja Art Tip, Tools & Materials, Video Tips

Are you struggling to draw eyes in proportion? Because portraiture is the hardest subject to draw, it can be really helpful to know the basic rules.

Check out this video for a quick breakdown of the proportion principles to follow when drawing a subject’s eyes straight on.

How to Perfect Proportion

How to Perfect Proportion

20 Jun 2024 | Beginner, Finishing, Inspiration, Ninja Art Tip, Tools & Materials, Video Tips

Do you struggle to get the right proportions when you’re drawing? The secret is to measure—but not with a ruler!

Check out how to do this here and you’ll be amazed at how your drawings improve.

How to Use Charcoal Sticks

How to Use Charcoal Sticks

9 May 2024 | Beginner, Finishing, Inspiration, Ninja Art Tip, Tools & Materials, Video Tips

Modern mind loves all things neat and tidy. So while charcoal sticks are fun to use, our modern mind sometimes finds it hard to use them at their full potential.

Find out the best way to use charcoal sticks here and learn other tricks for getting great results.

How to Erase Coloured Pencil

How to Erase Coloured Pencil

14 Mar 2024 | Beginner, Finishing, Inspiration, Ninja Art Tip, Tools & Materials, Video Tips

Ever make a mistake with colored pencil and want it gone?

There is a reason that removing colored pencil is harder than plain lead. Check out this video to find out what it is, and learn about a funky little tool that can help you erase colored pencil in no time.

How To Perfect Your Tonal Sketches

How To Perfect Your Tonal Sketches

4 Jan 2024 | Beginner, Finishing, Inspiration, Ninja Art Tip, Tools & Materials, Video Tips

Do you create tonal or composition sketches before you start drawing? Sometimes it can feel like a really big job!

In this video, I’m going to share some super simple tips that will help you to perfect your tonal sketch. As a bonus, you will also improve your composition! Did this tip help you?

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