How to Draw a Realistic Tree

[@TylersArtShack]

I was always wondering how far I can spread with only sticking to a topic like landscapes. It is kind of hard to market them and to really get the attention (at first) but I find that pretty much everyone that I show enjoys them. Just proves that even small topics can be popular with a lot of people.

[@TylersArtShack]

Yeah that is the tricky part. It took me a lot of reading and practice to see and understand how to do it correctly. Just like most things in life, we get better as we practice. I am glad it helped and thanks for posting!!

[@TylersArtShack]

Feedback is important to me and I like to engage with the viewers. The interaction is really good. Thanks a lot for the compliments and for the support!

[@benpalmer9365]

I really like how you reply to everyones comments,I think it shows that you auctually care about your viewers. I also think that your drawing, scetching, painting ect. skills are really awesome! I always leave a like and you are the first person I subscribed to!

[@Thambark]

great tutorial, i think i got something new to practise ^^

[@clinton2280]

hey hey; thanx for your reply. I admire people who have great passion for their craft as ur self. it was great to hear from you. thanx for getting back to me. I will just keep on sketching and keep trying.

[@joshguimond7263]

i love the tree tutorials they have helped a lot, great tips, easy to learn and very encouraging. thanks for the help!!!

[@TylersArtShack]

It could be the paper that you are using. Try to use a drawing paper with some texture or a bristol vellum paper. It will have natural texture to the paper which in turn will give your drawing a bit more texture. I also tend to vary the grades of pencils going from lighter ones to darker ones to get different effects.

[@TylersArtShack]

You can always count on a reply when you comment on my videos. I know that not all youtubers will respond to their viewers comments. I like to show my viewers that I am here for them.

[@TylersArtShack]

That is the essence of it. It is also about building up layers and volume to help simulate the leaves. It takes a bit of practice to begin to understand what is happening.

[@MuffinBot3000]

Hey Tyler I love your videos and I was wondering since I tend to draw manga do you think it is possible to draw two types of art? Because I want to be a good drawer like you!

[@TylersArtShack]

Awesome! I hope it works out well for you!

[@779v]

you really deserve more subs, these videos really help me out a lot

[@TylersArtShack]

BONSAI!!!! haha. I wish I could. I have been busy this week with work. Also have a holiday tomorrow as well lol. I actually really don't know why I haven't done one yet though. We have bonsai trees at the house. Ill for sure keep it in mind though for the future!

[@TylersArtShack]

I was probably going to say something along the lines of getting in the texture and details really helps to get that realistic look. I also use a paint brush to clean up the eraser shavings instead of using my hand to wipe the page. It prevents smearing of the drawing.

[@gameman81]

@TylersArtShack thank you cuz iv been having alot of trouble on drawing leaves

[@TylersArtShack]

I think the reason for that is because I have draw about a hundred trees and have just gotten so used to doing it. So I sort of know how to draw them in a timely manner which is why it makes it look easy. Starting off, it usually isn't. Takes time and practice. But a lot of it is in observation. Thanks a lot for the comment!

[@terrydority]

Tyler, thanks for uploading this. Great job! It's so helpful. Where did you get your incising tool. I have been having a hard time finding something like that. I've used a screw or small cork screw , but that is a little difficult to handle.

[@TylersArtShack]

@terrydority I use clay tools for it. You can find them in a store with fine art materials. If you dont have anything like that by you. Another Idea would be to use a mechanical pencil with no graphite in it. Just use the metal tip on it. If I think of any other ideas, I'll get back to you.

[@TylersArtShack]

Back when I was making these I did it in this way to prevent really long videos but it seems that people are willing to watch them. I still do videos in this way because a lot of people really like it. I have quite a few videos on my channel that show how to draw a tree in real time and will most likely end up doing more in the future.

[@TylersArtShack]

@gameman81 I will use any paper that is 80Ib and higher. Acid free of course as well. This paper in particular happens to be 90Ib paper.

[@TylersArtShack]

This was with my older camera and it didn't record as well as the one I am using now. Try going full screen. If that doesn't help you out, you can always check out some of my real time drawing series videos. They have trees as well that I draw in real time.

[@TylersArtShack]

@ninjacupcakes24 I will have to do some SERIOUS digging around to see if I can find some. That is actually a great idea. I have a folder around somewhere of a bunch of old drawings I did so long ago.

[@TylersArtShack]

I probably should but can hardly maintain the social networking sites I am on now haha. When I get a bit more time ill probably get into it.

[@Xkero21]

I never thought of that, Imma try that out sometime.

[@Bobamuntung]

Beautifull and perfect for what I needed. Thankyou!

[@TylersArtShack]

Yeah, I realize for this drawing the camera should have been a bit closer up. I have some newer ones where the angle is much better.

[@TylersArtShack]

@gameman81 Sure can! I made a tutorial on it and will be uploading soon!

[@jenabennett4311]

Do you do all your drawings freehand?

[@TylersArtShack]

@Ayepripri888 Well that is ok too. I am glad you at least took the time to sit down and draw! Every drawing counts as practice!

[@cheannbal]

I would love to see the video slowed at some point so we can really see how you're moving your hand to make the leaves. You say circular but it would be great to slow it down for a bit and to show us what 'circular motions' looks like. Thanks so much for these wonderful tutes!

[@TylersArtShack]

Mostly self taught. I took a semester of art classes in college but they never really caught my interest in a way that wanted to make me get a degree in it. I have been drawing long before I took a class in college though.

[@angelinavandaley3594]

I love it ! you make things look so simple lol :)

[@gameman81]

what type of paper do u normally use

[@TylersArtShack]

Awesome! glad it helped!

[@TylersArtShack]

You can draw in as many different styles as you want. In fact, I think it would help you to become an overall better artist. It is just more experience for you in the end. Go for it!

[@clinton2280]

i have always found foliage the hardest. thanx

[@Moon_wabbit]

Can you do a video for a bonzai tree? I'm having trouble with that. I have no time to figure it out either I need to finish my drawing by Friday (Black Friday), I know you probably can't do a video for it by then. But for future purposes I guess.

[@TylersArtShack]

I have a tablet but I have just always preferred using traditional mediums.

[@TylersArtShack]

A lot of the drawings that I will draw will usually come from my imagination. Not always though. I draw better when I have a photo reference. I can quickly run out of ideas when I am just going for it from memory.

[@mizzypayge2095]

You're an amazing artist.

[@TylersArtShack]

@Thambark Hey thanks! I like your attitude! There is always something new to learn.

[@gameman81]

Hi can u make a video alll about how to draw leaves

[@Emma8TheChocolate]

how long did that take you? ;)

[@CommenceComments]

do you ever use a tablet or do u prefer real materials? much respect though man

[@TylersArtShack]

@Emma8TheChocolate About 2 or 3 hours or so. I like to take my time with these things.

[@RmbDinky]

tyler, i have a question. For some reason when i draw any type of tree it just looks bare (even with shading). is the texture just random lines like the kind you'd find on a wooden desk? i love your art btw :)

[@virturegd5247]

*lick* the paper to give the tree _texture_

[@TylersArtShack]

Thanks a lot!

[@TeleportlabsETH]

The leaves trick is cool for a lot of trees but what if the leaves of the tree are not round and very big, so when you see them from a far you can still notice the shape of the leaves? How would you imitate other shapes?

[@jasperalfaro8351]

superb!

[@sugarstripes5381]

Thank you for the tips

[@MrDude97k]

so for the leaves you just do scribbles?

[@TylersArtShack]

@ninjacupcakes24 I should really show you guys how bad I used to be at drawing. It just takes a lot of practice. I truly believe that anybody can pick up a pencil and draw.

[@andyyeets]

Nice!

[@TylersArtShack]

Hit play on the video!

[@TylersArtShack]

@TheNicolay96 Thanks!!

[@MuffinBot3000]

Ok thank you although I'm young I will try to be a greate artist like you! Thank ou for replying!

[@seth6525]

i use the scribble technique when drawing leaves of the tree

[@lollipop1234ize]

You know how you said that you get the realistic sketch by.... My phone froze that part so i dont know what you said i saw you brushing the paper and using them tools what for ?

[@TylersArtShack]

Anytime :)

[@TheNicolay96]

love it

[@AbdulazizUgas]

wow cool

[@TheMegaAnimation]

1:02 What is it??

[@TylersArtShack]

@cooldrawings99 Thanks!!!

[@TylersArtShack]

@ugasziz Thanks a bunch!

[@willambaker6188]

can you make slowly?

[@denomination12]

also change the video quality to 720p

[@СветланаАлекса-ю4ы]

👍👍👍

[@jenabennett4311]

Okay. Me too. :)

[@OvaNova1998]

2:10 :O Dun dun dun!

[@lollipop1234ize]

Thanks for replying :')

[@MsSmigal]

can't see anything.

[@yasminachahrour9047]

great but too fast

[@anneliesemayo5180]

its to fast

[@PurpleBaconEater]

you should get instagram

[@MrAgentMooshroom]

Marry Me...

[@twilightprincess2011]

Boring.

[@aceschwartz8243]

+Isabela Rose I'm sorry that the plot line of this tutorial didn't have enough twists and turns to keep you interested!

[@sonjasmith8054]

+Isabela Rose It's okay, we all know you are heartless.

[@TylersArtShack]

Anytime :)