How to Doodle Year-Round. Kamo
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stylish look
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The
Basics
Learn the basics of color coordination
Coordinating colors is another way to set your illustrations
apart. Play with different combinations until you’ve found the
right look.
Main color
Characteristics etc
Color 1
Color 1 + color 2
Color 1 + color 2 +
color 3
Easy to use as the main line in a
drawing. Creates a chic impression
when applied as color.
Use for a low-key look. Goes with
any other color.
Makes for a stylish look. Even used
alone, it creates a strong impression.
A color with a neat, clean feel.
Stands out even when used alone.
Fresh and cool. Use with cool tones to
create a stronger impression.
A natural color that stands out even
when used on its own.
A color that works for people of all
ages. It is not as strong as green and
makes for a softer look.
Doesn’t stand out as much as other
colors. Use when adding just a touch
of color.
A color that works for people of all
ages. A go-to when you’re not sure
what color to use.
Tends to make a feminine impression.
Creates a pop-art vibe.
Bright and warm, it works surprisingly
well with any other color.
Elegant and enchanting, this is quite a
difficult color to combine with others
but looks stylish when it works.
Easy to use as the main line in a
drawing. Makes a softer impression
than black.
* These are my impressions of these colors as they appear in ballpoint pen. Please use them simply as a reference.
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Copying
When you find
an illustration
you like
it’s the perfect
opportunity
to copy it.
Copy the good parts,
the parts you like
as much as
you can!
Tips
Look carefully
Don’t overthink things
Have confidence
View it from
various angles
Observe the object
so that in your
head, you can
rotate it around
completely
Don’t worry that the
drawing doesn’t look
like the object or that
things are sticking out
in the wrong places!
What
you
draw is
right!
Really?
That’s
so cute!
Your drawing is a lot
better than you think
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Learn the basics for drawing body parts
in order to create caricatures
Drawing human figures can be hard!! Make boisterous boys full
of life by using straight lines, and use curved lines for demure
girls. Keep the character’s personality in mind too.
Facial outline, hairstyle
Long face
Short hair
Shaved head
Use a simple ratio
to draw the body
and head
boy
nose
Tips for
boys
For men, the nose
can be used to
indicate age
A youth
Middle aged