Being A Good Artist is Overrated. Here’s Why... (30k Q&A)

[@tonycook4629]

I think the main problem with American comics is the lack of continuity. With manga, you have either one artist/writer working exclusively on a project over the course of years. You can tell how much care they put into the manga. American comics, on the other hand, switch writers like every 12 issues, and the art is not consistent because they constantly change artists. I personally like manga because as the character's grow, so does the artist/writer. They get better at telling their story.

[@bobbysmitty1628]

I think the downfall of American comics was that it became mainstream. When something becomes mainstream and there is a lot of money involved it typically lessens in quality. Why? There are more hands on the projects who are trying to line their pockets and who aren't always invested in the heart of the industry. You see this in many industries from automobiles to food to music and it may even be creeping into anime now. There have been adaptations that weren't very well received, and it's obvious that those involved were looking to capitalize on its mainstream success without actually being invested. One thing I do think about is if manga/anime will eventually decline in popularity. While manga/anime has been around for about 3-4 decades in America, its mainstream popularity has just now really started taking hold in the past 10 or so years. I'm a 90s kid and I remember how we used to get bullied and teased for liking manga/anime. It wasn't cool as it is today. I like your take on what happened. The Golden Age of Comics was great. Hope they can fix the problem.

[@erenyeeagah204]

They also have a million different iterations and reboots of the same characters.

[@dreamalitymangacreator5891]

Well said same here

[@bloodnessx]

Also in manga there is more freedom for content. In America comics, you have to keep on the status quo

[@christhebonnetmann6]

This is my same exact sentiment

[@fuzzie6299]

I 100% agree. Being a 'good' artist isn't any different from being experienced. The only difference is that you have a solid grasp of the basic fundamentals of art. Everyone's human. Also, good job on reaching 30k. Your videos help me a lot at getting better.

[@ddmarkk]

Yup! solid take! and thank you so much!

[@accountone1394]

"Don't compare yourself to others, work at your own pace." I've been drawing seriously since 2020 when I decided to be a mangaka, I was rusty at the beginning like hell it was an eye sore. Down these 2 years I've managed to submit my manga, the art is not the greatest but managed to scrap 17th place in manga plus creators for November. Thank you DD Mark Sensei! Best advice ever.

[@Snaaaaap]

What is manga plus?

[@accountone1394]

@@Snaaaaap ah.. a platform to go read manga that published

[@tobishades]

Q: how do you render backgrounds? DD: I render backgrounds ruthlessly!😂

[@Eater_Of_Rice]

you have quickly become my favorite art youtuber within maybe 4 or 5 videos. seeing someone growing as an artist is definitely more appealing than someone who is already somewhat established. i hope that within a year i have improved my art enough to say your videos were very helpful but i cant guarantee my progress. congrats on 30k

[@thigikna]

For the guy who asked about horror manga, my two favorites are anything by Junji Ito, and the series I Am A Hero. Check these out if you're feeling lost at all

[@ddmarkk]

ngl i am A hero is actually hard asf! fire recommendation!

[@highcaliber350]

I'm a big Junji fan but haven't read Anything, is it good? 🤪

[@fixed6354]

Also PTSD Rafio

[@Treesandink]

PTSD Radio, Ibitsu, Junji Ito

[@dessinnater2224]

I love listening to your videos while drawing.

[@clyc_hs6754]

dd mark does not feel like a 30k sub channel. when i first subbed, i thought he had at minimum 300k subs. congrats dd mark and i hope to more success in the future

[@jpeckdraws3932]

Whenever I want to quite at art because I feel quote not good enough I watch your videos they help make me more hopeful with my art keep up the great work.

[@kellyhuckaby645]

Hi DD mark what are some good Manga Pictures to copy

[@Hyplexial]

Always a W when Dd drops a new vid

[@malcolmowen2787]

Thanks for answering our questions ma boi. I understand what I must do. Congrats again on the milestone. I love that you are diversifying your genres. Can't wait to see them

[@spoonofthegaw]

Yo I got in! Congrats on the milestone again!

[@ddmarkk]

Thank you!!! :)

[@sleeplesswastaken]

W milestone can't wait for 40k😤

[@jiwazuro1515]

congratulations DD! 🎉

[@bobbysmitty1628]

For Horror Manga you can reference titles by Junji Ito. He is pretty much the king of horror manga and has his own section in some of the Barnes and Nobles bookstores dedicated just to his work. Congrats DD Mark! Much more success wished your way! 🙏

[@Skyeleafe]

This was definitely fun to listen to. Along with some other KZbinrs, you have definitely inspired to me to better my own character and get out there to do something.

[@Frongo]

2:24 i'm the type that benefits more from learning how not to do something than how to

[@ddmarkk]

yup! its just as important if you ask me!

[@KobbyToons]

You deserve the Support Bro! I remember when you were at 600 subs🎉🎉

[@ddmarkk]

damnnnnn!! you a OG OG! and thank you so much! it means alot to me that you've stuck around this month

[@nagatouzamakiamvs2277]

DD Markk is the best, lets get this man 40K before the end of the year

[@obeyjae50xd35]

This was definitely entertaining It was almost like an Artcast Podcast

[@Infernokid15]

Hey dude. I'm big fan. Would you care if I made a video reviewing your first two chapters of Ruthless Render? I have a lot of thoughts about what you've done.

[@Treesandink]

@Soleil Velazquez Masaaki Nakayama’s PTSD Radio Ibitsu by Haruto Ryo Junji Ito

[@breadlordthemighty559]

I'd like to appreciate not just your art but you're writing too. Ruthless render only has 2 chapters out but I find myself always wondering when the next chapter comes out, wich is a feeling I only reserve for stories I really really enjoy, if you haven't read ruthless render it's on manga plus it's really good

[@Yaz-j4y]

I'm very scared of making a bad story, so do advice for writing a good story? TYSM!

[@celestine150]

This Q&A was helpful... appreciate it 🙏🏾

[@averageandroiduser]

We need to get this man to 1 million

[@barney3444]

Peace and love to you too markk

[@highdefro]

Thanks for adding my comment in the video.Thank you

[@Umeinthescene]

Congrats on 30k🥳🥳🥳

[@ddmarkk]

tee hee thank youuuuuu :)

[@techgameinggeeks7321]

Here since 10k

[@ddmarkk]

W mans!

[@wendellfreire6202]

You should make a discord channel to the "mangaka friends group" like bakuman can happen! I'm from 3d art industry and looking for upgrading my skills on manga side to I can tell my own stories in a way that I love more. It would be great to share and learn with everyone who is seeking the same path as I do. Promising things always come up in active art groups... Cheers from Brazil ✌

[@tjdone1932]

Hey dd Mark, I just started drawing recently after a long time from ever since I was in primary but I have a problem of drawing bodies...I wouldn't say I am good at drawing face. So any advice?!!😁

[@JustCookieHead]

bouta get that ruthless render hand copy when its out

[@emnadossantos4385]

Really congratulation on getting 30k and thank you so much for those kinds of video's, it's truly inspiring and you can believe me or not but your content is really unique.

[@thegustopia]

New chapter goes dummy

[@charlology7219]

Congrats dude for reaching 30,000, I love your videos especial the one how to draw like one punch man, I just want asked how can I publish a comic/manga

[@notahmedbourguiba]

hi dd i love your art and ur style bro and id love to learn more, is there any way i can contact u??

[@KStheArtist25]

Hello there! Question I have in mind is this? I have a set. I have characters, I have a universe, I make a world off the bat depending on what is actually happen but I struggle to actually making a story and no one appreciating the work because of my age and wanting to make a story such as like “the last of us in a desert and no fungus’s as a comic with violence but less blood and swearing”?

[@KStheArtist25]

I recently saw your videos on how to do better work and you do outstanding work.

[@Aruns-gc1dt]

Peace and love

[@kaelthas9970]

I think western style of comics is not dying. The corporate comics have a downfall but people still enjoy making and reading indie comics in more western styles. And there is also a thing that indie artists seem to mix the two styles, depending on their tastes.

[@PrinceRahorakhty]

I think a good reference for horror manga and art detail is berserk.

[@HaoToDraw69]

More content from daDDy Markk!

[@JiroAzuma]

congrats man

[@ddmarkk]

thank you sm!

[@jaks12]

Hey DD! I have a big question i'm new at making manga so i don't know. Which app to use for free to start draw digitally?

[@izhapot]

Congrats 🎉

[@liminose]

I hate the "jack of all trades master of none" crap too. People always say that but never finish the rest of the quotes. "Jack of all trades, master of none, but it is still better than a master of one" .... in other words, being a jack of all trades is still better than only mastering one thing. If you are going to master something, great, but don't just aim to master one thing.

[@gentleaizSHORT]

The cyberpunk edgerunner's video

[@KingNagumoYT]

Good vid as always but am a bit sad since my question didn't make it😥bit either way congrats on 30k subs

[@princeowiredu2022]

awesome video once again, man. Tons of great advice too. Keep up the great work.

[@justabro4001]

Nice vid

[@jpeckdraws3932]

Manga came by and took the American comic book industry's lunch money haha 😄 I'm 29 but I've switched to manga

[@jaydoeart8145]

Ok bro I have a question so with torso/plevis Im working on basically looking at things in 3d but these two components seem so hard for me to break down into cube form idk if I'm doing it correctly or how some things should be in 3d form should I go to perspective? I'm curious 🧐

[@lukaspedraza5194]

I would read that ghostrider manga. #DDmarkrider

[@janetwilliams4258]

This video help me so much And make me be myself But the thing I wanna ask is that As a artist 🇳🇬 3d art it hard for because almost all the videos u make helps me well but it make me feel like??

[@H.haru_u]

less go 31k subs

[@JustCookieHead]

I forgot to ask my question but Mark since your comic is online and goes by chapters. How do you know if your manga is having mutilple volumes when it becomes printed

[@negativespace8424]

good 30k i just subbed

[@negativespace8424]

yesterday

[@ddmarkk]

YAAYYYY thanks sm!

[@Bleederbaby]

Best youtuber🔥🔥💯

[@ddmarkk]

HAHAH lets not start going crazy now calm down but thank you though! i am insanely flattered by that!

[@Five_BlinderZ]

dd mark

[@jpeckdraws3932]

I used to be there audience now I only care about manga

[@olubodeismail7713]

Nice contents First to comment Much love

[@ddmarkk]

Ayeeee! thank you sooo much!

[@olubodeismail7713]

@@ddmarkk congrats by the way

[@srbot6396]

Could you do how to draw hunter x hunter

[@Powner187]

That fact Japanese Manga comes over and outsells American manga, just means quality difference. Japanese manga is just doing better. I expect it to shift a bit back but Japanese will continue to dominate as they should.

[@aidenlazyh6136]

Leaves comment

[@qdogmartinez91]

Junji Ito

[@Rivarthayuga]

Imo if you want to be a good artist you need to do it by yourself, not copying anyone art style like me, I've been stuck for months cuz copying Gege Akutami artstyle, I want to change artstyle but I can't fr I need help😂

[@JanaeMaiya]

this was me copying the heck out of kohei horikoshi back in 2020 and sometimes even now. however, over the last two years what i learned on my own to combact this is combine certain elements from other artists to create my own artstyle. for example, i really like the way hori draws hands and his line work, but i also like the way samdoesart paints his pieces. i would take that information and play with it until i got the hang out of it. i hope this helps :)

[@MysticLGD]

wew

[@ddmarkk]

wew indeed

[@spartanplayer4565]

2nd

[@ddmarkk]

🥳

[@accountone1394]

Twitter dm's too? You don't answer them. Treat em like insta.

[@imterribleatfunerals]

12:33 Girl with 6 fingers 💀 it's supposed to be this way?

[@ddmarkk]

look closer, its not six fingers.

[@imterribleatfunerals]

@@ddmarkk thanks

[@tjdone1932]

Hey dd Mark, I just started drawing recently after a long time from ever since I was in primary but I have a problem of drawing bodies...I wouldn't say I am good at drawing face. So any advice?!!😁