How I draw dynamic character illustrations

An in-depth guide on how I went about developing a small series of Genshin illustrations, starting from breaking down and reinterpreting Felicia Chen's work.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Study & Analysis
4:19 - Kaeya
10:19 - Diluc
14:19 - Jean
16:22 - Reception & Final thoughts
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🌟 Felicia:
/ 77fchen
/ 77hongdousha
/ 77felchen
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⚡ My info:
IG: / qrbits
Twitter: / qrbits_
Class: class101.co/products/lexinyuan
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🖊️ Equipment:
Clip Studio Paint EX
Wacom Intuos Pro Tablet
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🎧 Music:
Louie Zong: louiezong.bandcamp.com/

[@HappyAbbyDunnivan]

Dude.. the way you directed the artwork you loved and reconstructed it.. I feel like I was just handed a million dollars. Also, sharing the amount of time you dedicated to the piece, is so encouraging! I think I often feel like if I spent too much time on something it wasn’t worth doing. It’s nice to be given the permission to take time on things! Thank you :)

[@qrbitsart]

Thank you so much, glad it was helpful!

[@parchewy]

This was super insightful and helpful! Thank you for taking the time to put together a video to teach people how you study art.

[@PinkySoda]

This made me realize I really need to study artists i admire. I've been feeling so stagnate and unmotivated in my art recently. I think whenever that happens it's good to broaden your horizons and try things that you haven't before.

[@petrifiedbutterfly9243]

for the longest time i've always wondered if i was taking too long on my art, especially since it was digital, but you mentioning how long it took made me realize it was okay to take your time with art, after suffering the burnout and feelings of inadequacy for so long, it felt good to know that taking my time was okay. thanks :D

[@zongi700]

Capturing a moment from a place that is only possible through art is an amazing thing and i absolutely agree! I also really love how much interpretation of the characters' personalities you did and executed in their pieces in such a fitting and stunning way!!! I could go on for so long about how cool this video is omg, truly grateful for it!👏🏻 (while watching this video, it's quickly becoming one of my favourite art videos) The pieces look so cool and dynamic, I love how harmonic and still tastefully contrasting the colours are and you nailed the poses!!! (aaah also the fact that Kaeya and Diluc are both covering the lower part of their faces just fits so well, like they are opposites but share a backstory wuaaaa) Super super super neat work❤ PS: I really appreciate the Albedo quote you put in at the beginning!!! It's so good

[@qrbitsart]

Thanks so much for your response! Ya Albedo's lines and the game's general knack for story & character weaving got me good, so I'm glad to give it a tribute w the art/this vid :D

[@rinrinrin3650]

sworn brothers and their childhood friend looking badass!!??! count me in wow! your art looks amazing and I love that how you put their heads as symbols of their relationships. the way Kaeya and Diluc are now on opposite sides, showing the clash of them and Jean in the middle being the strong power that holds them together. I may be reading too much into it but I love them so much!

[@conchapickle5631]

It was such a treat to see you make 2 more illustrations! I thought the whole video was going to be about kaeya, but when you mentioned dilluc and said you were going to do 3- I thought, "there's more?!" It was a fun surprise, and overall very fun and informative 😊✨️

[@engine3378]

no wonder i fell in love with your videos so quickly!! the louie zong music + aesthetic presentation of incredibly useful and valuable information dropping second after second is so good!

[@SmokeandSpirit]

So much dynamic movement. Ive got to say one of my weaknesses as an artist is I tend to avoid more difficult angles with plenty of foreshortening. Yet you can see from both your reference and you finished works here that it pays to lean into more difficult to visualize angles, poses, etc. These really turned out great. I actually love the idea of using video for capturing reference seems a lot more versitile and I wouldn't have the ten crap photos to get the one good one. Now if Only I had a webcam still, lol.

[@kokomist]

Really helpful to me :D! I remember seeing your art for the first time in tumblr and thought it was really cool, the way you perfectly portrayed the characters and what they're like just through poses and the vibes are really amazing‼️

[@viqilante4042]

what an incredible video, both information wise and aesthetically!! i learned so much, while at the same time being amazed by how you structured it all, thank you

[@mkatmpts]

Thank you so much! I always think that the most interesting step in creating an art is the tought process behind it. You go step by step starting from breaking down the artist and then proceed to execution on your own. It's so so so helpful! Thank you once again, happy 2024!

[@andrewflatts181]

This is so awesome and I’ll definitely be using this for my next piece.

[@lazulianwater]

This is a bomb video. Thank you so much for taking the time to distill down your process and share it!! Super helpful

[@joshphp]

I had never seen such a quality art content for a long time this is very helpful 🙏😌 tysm ❤️

[@karoisart9266]

Just discovered this video after seeing some of your others and this is so helpful and what you created is truly beautiful I love to see more videos like this. Might be my favorite art video ever

[@AkamiLuMi]

This was a great watch, and very inspiring. Feels like watching a lecture and how to do the homework for said class, very clear, precise, informative and succinct, I can't believe it's been less than 20 minutes. Thank you VERY much for this, I'm going to study now!

[@kokichi408]

You did amazing planning for all of those! 😭💓 Jean in the middle and the siblings facing opposite directions is just perfect

[@goobliegoop]

You are definitely my favorite artist and i’m so glad i found your videos 😭. You explain steps so well and are so skilled at the same time. Its cool to see someone Id look up to actually explain how this isnt just pure talent and there’s an actual process. So simple but to me its really nice!

[@beaumiffle]

wow i wished i watched this video months ago!! i was struggling to find refs because everything looked the same. but you explained it perfectly why i want to draw, capturing the power moments in a pov no camera could catch!! thank you so much this video has really helped me see art differently

[@Creatura_Largo]

seeing the process on kaeya was very helpful!!! my brain finally pieced together how the effects and blur merge and assist a piece

[@Kitsuyomi]

Not only do I really appreciate you sharing your process and your amazing art, but your video editing is so aesthetic and nice! Thanks for all the effort your put into your videos. New sub here

[@Spyroclastic]

This video is so well put together that I enjoyed watching it all the way through

[@mayoart2]

It's always refreshing to see someone's take on art, super inspirational - plus, you've totally nailed exactly all points you wanted to, great job!

[@catwings2237]

I got more out of this than the classes i pay for at school

[@theespecificocean]

Our process is the same! Down to the heart and it's nice to see someone else work through it

[@mimthyss]

This is really awesome and inspiring. I'm always too overwhelmed looking at impressive artists' works, just looking at them like "wow, this is so insane, I wouldn't even know how to begin something like this". Seeing you break down the pieces and then bring them into your own works was really really helpful and they turned out beautifully!!

[@hypeburger5174]

this video has been an eye opener for me for studying dynamic illustrations. THANK YOU SO MUCHHH FOR THISSS!!! i loved this video and hope to see more of this.

[@toffbear]

bro your art is sooooooo goood, this honestly was so helpful, so thank you

[@mochiboni2560]

thank you so much for this video! I've realized my art hasnt been improving in how i want it cuz I have been playing it safe with more relaxed and static poses but you really inspired me to try more dynamic poses which i like a lot but scared of making them look weird or off

[@danielacampbell8208]

Absolutely loved this video! Very inspiring and informative🤩❤️

[@pamsanzana1649]

this is an amazing study, i love it in so many ways.

[@syntaxrigger]

I really appreciate the example of your process for studying art. This is very helpful. I need to try this. Thanks!

[@ms1472]

This was so helpful! All of your videos are really thought through and very motivating. Breaking things down shows us how possible it is if you don't panic and write down the direction you want to take for your art work. Makes everything less daunting and for perfectionists, it allows us to actually...start the illustration instead of feeling discouraged looking at the blank canvas. 😂😅

[@y0p0kii]

I'm actually speechless this is so amazing The way you explained and listed everything was extremely helpful! And your recreation turned out so sick

[@yaboi3955]

i want you to know this is one of my favorite videos of all times

[@syaall]

this video just landed on my yt homepage and honestly its so cool to see the mastery you have and your thought process of breaking your studies. i really feel the fun and excitement of drawing just from watching this video. also its really well presented and easy to understand! props to you! i wish i had found you sooner!

[@baylleart]

this is amazing! I love how you look at Felicia's work and break it down for yourself, I should do that way more, very inspiring!

[@beatrizqueirozdecarvalho4086]

This was so insightful, helpful, and inspiring - it immediately made me want to draw, and I couldn't be more thankful. :) Thank you for also showing how long you took, it made me realize i don't need to finish everything in one sitting (curse you, ADHD brain...!).

[@maksimn.]

I love the way you broke down every element of the artwork you were trying to copy. I think im going to use these concepts while studying art too now, nice job!

[@user-gf1qj4bj8w]

Your progress on this video is absolutely impressive! Your work is incredibly dynamic and cool. I'm currently in the process of aspiring to be as skillful as you are. Thank you for being such an inspiration to me!

[@skrillz_14th]

These vids are such a vibe to watch. Amazingly produced

[@cheychc]

this video was so great!! i learned a whole lot. Going to be coming back to this for study tips and the idea of using a video instead of photos for ref is really great. THANK YOUUUUU

[@ketzel3845]

This is so good!!! I really needed something to inspire me and this was just perfect for inspo!!

[@sariahpariah]

Love your process ❤❤❤ your work turned out beautifully

[@mikelezhnin8601]

wow, this was both thoughtful and inspiring! very good decomposition of the original art pieces, followed by impeccable execution to get the point across now I also want to try doing that (even though drawing like that is probably quite a bit above my skill level) also subbed :)

[@nedarangelova9595]

Thank u for saying how much time u needed for all the parts, it made me less self conscious about how long i need to finish stuff and it also made a lot of sense for the viewer cuz after all this was a study of yours as much as a tutorial for us

[@caramokki7904]

I recently stumbled on your channel due to your avatar studios 10 day portfolio video. I've been slowly watching all of your videos since then and let me just say wow. You explain things so well and the way you break everything down is super super helpful and has taught me a lot! Keep up the great work and continue making videos!!!

[@ame_vagabonde]

Hello, underrated person :) Your art is wonderful, your voice is calming, and your insights are very helpful ❤ Your channel is gonna be HUGE one day if you keep going like this, bravo!

[@elainedrawz]

This is so helpful!!! I've never thought about approaching an Illustration like this before! I'm definitely going to try it now!! Thank you!!!

[@Learning-rm7bp]

This is so insightful, I'm start doing Digital painting to level up my painting skill and gain follower and this is so helpful as an good example of what good artist do! Thank you so much❤

[@aerooon]

Omg this is so helpful bc I've been meaning to learn more about an artist I love but didn't know how to start, I'm so grateful bc wth??? This is actually very very helpful

[@bcillus]

man this is actually really helpful, I often have a hard time analyzing what I like about art which is weird because I love art but something just doesn't click in my brain when I try to analyze, this is gonna help me reference art. I hope you keep doing these :)))

[@henoji777]

Really clear and easy to understand breakdown! I don't think I've seen an additional analysis from comments/reception and will keep that in mind going forward. The end product is so beautiful...I feel inspired!

[@Fran-xt9rs]

This was very informative and nicely edited. Your voice is very soothing, also.

[@eyecandie16]

I loved watching your analytic process of breaking everything down. Being self-taught, I typically will jump right in and then realize my drawing looks nothing like what the reference does. I want to be able to convey dynamic motion, like the martial artists and dancers references you mentioned. I love your style, and I will be subscribing so I can see more. Thank you for taking the time to share this. 💜💜

[@sa1.artsss]

This is amazing. I really learned a lot. thank you!

[@vanneladdo4129]

Thank you so much for your study, i really love it

[@miwhitty8316]

Freaking fantastic! A brilliant artist and a brilliant teacher ❤

[@y4ni722]

This channel needs more recognition

[@noebyuu]

Thank you so much for making this vid!! It was genuinely so helpful and really gave me a gust of motivation to draw! 🥹🤍 time to study huhu ^_^

[@LynnK159]

Qrbits, thank you so much for this tutorial. I was wondering how to level up! ❤

[@ukmonk]

awesome work! looks amazing!!

[@disco_eve917]

AAAAAAAAAAA THE ART IS SO BEAUTIFUL AND I LOVE THE BIG THREE OF MOND OMG U DREW THEM SO WELL RUGHRNFRJNFDJN ANYHOW!!! I srsly love this video it’s informative, neat, comfy, quality and just *mwah* you did wonderful and it was such a delight watching how you analyze and draw!!! I LOVED IT :>>>>

[@molmakes]

Thanks for sharing your process, awesome work! this has lots of helpful tips!

[@Loreage]

wow this is a really good way to study

[@zongi700]

Aaah this is super amazing!!!! Your voice is very soothing and this video is absolutely beautifully made and informative! Such a pleasure to watch❤

[@luffytaro-jg5ow]

Best up and coming art youtuber easily. Keep up the great work, u will get to those big big numbers soon

[@juliodecarvalho]

Watching your videos are so cool. Thanks for this kind of content. And good lucky on the avatar job applying.

[@jamilla8588]

this is so cool !!! i love how u edited, structured and presented this its so informative and interesting to see your creative process, i learnt sm :)

[@BalsamFue]

You just had to go and remind me of the Endless Eight, didn’t you? 🤣 That said, I’m so glad KZbin led me here. One of my biggest challenges in improving my art is making my pieces more dynamic and interesting to look at. Your analytical approach to solving this hurdle makes a lot of sense to me. I especially appreciate how you considered the individual characters’ personalities instead of just copying the cool effects in your studies. You have a good handle on foreshortening and perspective, which definitely helps. This video was super insightful for me, so thank you! You’re the real one!

[@Anivia92]

You should think about doing a series about how you change and experiment with things like this. I think this turned out super well.

[@Amaz00ka]

around 3:21 theres an edit mistake, if nobody pointed out sorry) This is a really good analysis! I love it, ill try implementing some stuff to my art style to improve it :)

[@thedollpretty91]

This was amazing, like wow

[@miloowyn]

I loved this video!! Thank you very much :)

[@kalmpenguin6656]

This is the first video of yours ive seen. The quality of your video, the music and that fricking intro. Props to you big time you should be proud of what you create. Also no one's making videos on aliya Chen's art so this is a big plus

[@qrbitsart]

Aw thank you, I am still pretty fond of this video :')

[@MisF1998]

Saaame that part of self reference. I cackled when you resorted to use self reference because I know that feeling too. When I couldn't find perfect references, I guess I don't have a choice and put matters into my own hands. I hate taking pictures of myself but finding good poses is life. My gallery is full of me awkwardly posing 😂

[@Bloomkyaaa]

Literally only watched this video for Kaeya and learned a lot! ☺

[@monyarts7817]

thank you, you really helped us

[@CherryNahme]

This was really interesting since I haven't ever think in something like. I want to try and this is helpful.

[@vote_nate]

i absolutely loved the video

[@ananthepan2424]

soooo well done, i love this!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@kedargawande6404]

Wow! Such a great video!

[@hryf8579]

I like the video I really support u keep doing this amazing videos u make it more easy to me to understand the art

[@user-zl5fx1ns6t]

This is really useful! Thanks youuu

[@bamo7651]

This was so cool u got my sub! I just binged your channel 😂

[@CheeseEmperor8761]

"No real cameras exist in animation." Bro, the cameraman is the most powerful character of all. He's a god above all others. How else do you think he can keep with Goku or withstand all the explosions happening in anime? 😝

[@soularu]

You did pretty good job!!!! That's amazing!!!!👏 😍

[@elise2399]

i love this video so much it motivated me to draw :D

[@flourishojemen8939]

thank you so much for breaking me out of my artblock. ❤🙏🏿

[@superlimeapple]

I never yhought about studying art this way and i feel so dumb for not even thinking about it! This is super helpful, and ill start studying in this way! (Also, I agree with every single one of the comments on your studies. The pieces are fantastic)

[@carysmacintyre8173]

THAT JEAN ART IS IIMMMACCUULLATTEEEE

[@alyxhalawaz3406]

Extremely helpful. :) pls make more videos!

[@yrwomg3934]

Really helpful!

[@camilafeijoo6998]

this was such an amazing video to watch. i appreciate how well you broke down each step and it has honestly taught me a better way to consume the art around me. i was wondering if i could attempt a similar study just to practice character interpretation, themes and compositions? thanks for the vid!

[@qrbitsart]

thank you! yes, I use this method to study just about everything, give it a try on whatever you want to learn! :>

[@Summer-nm9si]

So cool. Thank you

[@mask9380]

thanks this helps alot

[@The-Menagerie]

Very awesome video!!!!

[@showtaimu]

woww :D i really like this video and ur art too i hope i get to do smth like this in the future;3

[@helkarud8841]

Я нашла в этом видео столько для себя полезного! Спасибо и творческих успехов)