HOW TO DRAW BETTER FASTER

[@theomurgan3121]

Art competition? So the winner would be someone who incorporates what you talk about in your videos the best? I'd love if you hosted something like that and critiqued the submissions. I also like that you brought up storytelling and using reference. I'm at that point in my art where a change in mindset and the way I draw things seems to be the best way forward. I've been doing a lot of fan art as practice, but its been lacking something...I'll try incorporating more story into my work.

[@EthanBecker70]

I'd say I would pick the best piece, then I'd go over some other submissions that help illustrate an art lesson.

[@jardaysolar33]

VENTO. 10 of course

[@jardaysolar33]

VENTO. 10 of course

[@carlosvazquez12]

@VENTO. 10 I also was confused

[@DANIEL-bl9dp]

@@carlosvazquez12 why ?

[@shely_D7vil]

When the guy took off the sunglasses to reveal the most adorable baby-like eyes in the world, I felt true wholesome

[@DeannaRa]

ikr

[@shely_D7vil]

U guys get me

[@XIXCIV]

jc they rly do look like babies eyes!!

[@jeriemiahborela4433]

so this is why he says "baby" often times 💀💖

[@sleepybowakunga6907]

I promise you

[@animefan8253]

So basically if I see someone who can draw better than me then I just have to practice like an anime protagonist until I feel like I can compete with them?

[@satansjihad6353]

The problem is that this person will be practicing too, so by the time you git good, this person will be even better

[@animefan8253]

@Vean Studio I like the way you think

[@EthanBecker70]

@@satansjihad6353 they have to sleep sometime.

[@sirirond1990]

you know what? that's exactly it! imagine how boring bnha would've been if deku just gave up as soon as he was told that he had to quirk?

[@simpleclonetrooper2740]

thats how i've been doing it, i've had my fair share of rivals

[@hellodolly7301]

Ethan's one of those people you can call: "aggressively nice"

[@lokilalisan7078]

AGGRESIVE WHOLESOMENESS

[@maximus4375]

He’s got real big uncle energy

[@junowhyarewetalkingtoeacho4215]

"Fuck you, I know you can be a good artist!" "Wow man, slow down." "You baby, always whining and complaining even thought you already did a good job!" "Okay man, just...calm down." "LOOK AT MY BABY EYE!!!"

[@MANGLORIOUS]

It’s been 2 years, I am the 800th like

[@cuppaint]

I aspire to be this cool someday

[@bre6651]

Exactly

[@ProxyDoug]

"MOM! I NEED YOU TO PUNCH ME IN THE FACE!"

[@shely_D7vil]

If you broke your face by doing it, would you be too strong or too weak?

[@nar5205]

@@shely_D7vil that is deep lol

[@hmph3262]

@@shely_D7vil strawberry cream cheese

[@Vyansya]

I dont have to ask my mom/dad lol

[@acmagic9753]

@@shely_D7vil Too stupid(not hating, just if I did it, I would be like, I'm too stupid)

[@DigitalGamersX]

Just want to say, I've been feeling really bad about my art and animation lately for the past couple of weeks. This video came out and suddenly after listening to your funny yet meaningful words, I feel a bit better now. Thanks.

[@GameDevAraz]

1: Draw still Images With Correct Proportion, Perspective, Anatomy... 2: Draw Still Images with motion, Keep True To The First Rules... 3: Animate... Keep True To The 1 And 2 And Draw Expressively And Freely!

[@GameDevAraz]

Ima make vid guiding you guys how i became expressive in animation, i will also animate something to show you how Our Father In Heaven And Brother In Heaven Guided Me To Be As An Animator! I Only Started Few Days Ago, But I Can Get My Expressions To Show Finely!

[@zeomatrix3053]

AT Games sounds good!

[@GameDevAraz]

Z E O M A T R I X Its How I Did It... I Think It Will Help Alot Of Guys In Animating Too!

[@GameDevAraz]

This Got More Likes Then A Muslim Without His Turban... The Video Is On My Channel Explaining And Expressing Vital Points... The Description Holds The Answers Since The Computer Decided I Wasn’t Worthy Of Its Audio Recording Capabilities...

[@kevinpillar6934]

I definitely feel inadequate when I see a bunch of artists that are way better than me. It definitely helps to remember why I started to draw in the first place and that I bring my own unique perspective to my drawings.

[@HelloimOrchid]

This was just posted mere seconds ago and I already fell attacked--

[@vijaz5559]

Why so?

[@HelloimOrchid]

@@vijaz5559 This was said for comedic effect so it wasn't take n personally. Nonetheless though, it is a good video. :)

[@DEEWHTFLD]

alternate title: Your cool uncle gives you some totally rad and underrated life advice

[@logval8019]

Opposition: *exists* Ethan Becker: Oh? You're approaching me?

[@MariaLuiza-tp2dc]

That's what i got from this video: You can't draw hands. They're difficult and complicated, so you oversimplify them or hide them. NO THATS BAD When something is opposing you, you should fight it. And that means that you will draw the hand the way you pictured it in your head, taking a minute or an hour, using references and tutorials, you won't give up and you will learn. And now, you don't have problems drawing hands anymore. You grew, and your art grew. So what can you do now? LEARN HOW TO DRAW FEET

[@muramiq]

@That guy nice my dude

[@jekesan4221]

I wish I had a boobs fetishes,can't draw shit out of them

[@amychi_]

feet is my only enemy, even with references I can never have only one style of feet.

[@amychi_]

@@jekesan4221 no.

[@user-sg3wp2qs2b]

God I just HATE feet... They’re so gross like, even the word makes me want to vomit ughhh

[@enarbea3200]

Throughout my childhood, I was taught that I had to treat every artist that I looked up to as an enemy combatant. Art was an eternal competition, I could look up to artists, but it was for the purpose of someday surpassing them. This actually made me give up on art, because I'm not really a competitive person. I understand and enjoy conflict in world and character building, but people try to drag too much of it into everything else in life and there's literally no reward, no point to most of it.

[@sejalb725]

Same! I am not competitive at all. It messes my brain real bad. I found I do more when it's not a competition

[@scythe1d568]

damn, feeling called out here. I love doing art, been doing it since I was little, on and off. but nowadays I just keep shutting down and almost just giving up because I see all these great artists that do fantasic stuff. and even though I've had people tell me that I need to look at it like inspiration or something like that, it justed never worked for me. but seeing this, I might use better reference, and try again. this was a kick in the right direction for me, I think. thanks

[@oct0nami]

Was avoiding watching this due to self-doubt, but in reality I needed to hear this more than anything. Thank you for refreshing my mindset a bit!

[@CristalFlakeGirl]

Storytelling isnt hard, GOOD storytelling is. I'm trying to improve on that and your video came at the right time. The art competition seems a nice idea, when it starts you will say here or in another website? Im really interested And I gotta say, the skillshare cut made me laugh this time~ Thanks for creating all that quality content for us, making us improving and doing it too!

[@danieneit6830]

This video was fantastic and absolutely loaded with good advice and perspective! I had never seen one video from this man in my whole little baby life, and I'm glad youtube recommended me something good for once lol much love

[@EthanBecker70]

Hey that feels nice!

[@yofu2969]

Ah... Sensei’s back with some more *_knowledge_*

[@Allplussomeminus]

Brother is full of soul. Putting his very being and emotion into the work. Props, Man.

[@keel3768]

skillshare is everywhere now

[@Sebijy]

Mindset tips are really rare when it comes to 'tutorials" about drawing, but they are maybe the most useful in my opinion, they are the base of bases. Thank you :)

[@yotsubairl]

the intro has such a specific energy and honestly it’s wonderful

[@IggyTthunders]

Honestly I needed this. I'm in the study phase of a project, and I'm raking in so many hacks, tutorials, and references it feels like my head's going to melt. Staring at so much amazing art on places like art station, it can excite you but, more often, it just instills in me a sense of abject dread; fear that I can't even begin to rate, to even pass for decent; that my art is molten garbage and I shouldn't even bother, bc...it feels less like trying to entertain people and more like pissing in a crystaline lake. You feel like you're contaminating a space that's idyllic and finite; but, the truth is my struggle to create something valuable is valuable in and of itself. The art greats always know that, out there somewhere, there's someone even greater; and celebrate that fact, because how depressing would it be to see human creativity hit its peak and never go forward?

[@carla8478]

Wow did you just give me new perspective and a soulful refresh on "there must needs be opposition in all things". I came from a background where A's began to hold the status of expectation instead of achievement and attention (usually negative) was only focused on failures (aka, not good enough), thank you so much for making me feel like a worthy human being for having made them and to show me their value and for pointing a forward and upward direction. You are one of the few personalities I have seen that manages to find errors with intense brutal honesty, but instead of crushing your victim, helps them put those mistakes into their pack for a level up. :) Thank you. :)

[@SketchbookTimeMachine]

Dude! So glad to see you posting new vids regularly!

[@EthanBecker70]

This is my last video

[@yofu2969]

Ethan Becker b r u h

[@SketchbookTimeMachine]

@@EthanBecker70 Ha! Again?

[@асылжаномаров-й1е]

@@EthanBecker70 I came from the future to prove that you're wrong, you will be creating more awesome content. (22 December, 2020)

[@delvechiocavalhieri2105]

So drawing is just like dark souls.

[@mjmj9213]

Ethan with glasses: 😠 Ethan without glasses:☺️

[@illuxion]

This is the first video of yours that I see, and I thought that you had at least 400k subs or so, the way you made this video is so good, I subbed but you deserve like way more than just 13k, keep up the excellent work

[@doomsage165]

This is my absolute favourite Ethan video, might not work for everyone but switching mindset helped me so god damn much, after watching this I got a sales job to get cash flowing and made an animation portfolio in my spare time, heading to college next term. Still lose motivation and need to come back here sometimes, but if Ethan never taught me anything again I'd owe him huge props for this.

[@joava3328]

I love the 80s vibe of the music you use. I love your personality and how you're sharing your knowledge about art and animation. Also, the missing bit on your eyebrow is freaking awesome, lol.

[@deadstar44]

When I see an outstanding piece, the first thing that goes through my head is "So awesome, man, I'd never be able to achieve that" then I start observing details, imagine the process, understand how I can use that piece as a reference of the level of execution I want to achieve on my own pieces so it becomes an inspiration rather than a deterrent, challenging yourself to be better. You'd get results just by the sheer fact that you're kicking yourself to upgrade, that will show on your personal pieces and nobody will realize that the initial spark came from another piece unless you copy meticulously someone's style. (So what? There are countless of artists that draw in very codified and stylized genre. What stands out is their subjects/framing/color palette/mood)

[@evangeline3281]

This is a really good video, but the biggest thing i took away from it was that damn, eyebrow slits are attractive I used to draw eyebrows like that on my characters, maybe i should try it on myself...

[@voidfren]

Omg your sense of perspective and general style/ color palettes are god tier

[@cornstar1468]

How old are you ? Between 16 and 35 0:14

[@kolacao8134]

Could you do a video of dynamic lighting and perspective?

[@EthanBecker70]

For lighting- Yes I can. and I will. but you can find any old perspective training online. not going to waste your time on that.

[@OiObss]

Thanks for this man

[@dal.salvador]

I needed this... I've been feeling really badly lately about my art, while it's actually my biggest love.

[@bruh8539]

Its normal, let it sink in - it will burst out again and cry out for fundamental training :) and you will love it even more ^^

[@Newgrfx321]

Yo, the message you’re promoting is my personal philosophy! I think about this all the time when I draw. The artists path is not easy and most people can’t wrap their lil baby brains around it. You know what the “frick” you’re talking about! We have to embrace the honesty and pain if we are to grow in our ability. Without the resistance we would not achieve brake through needed to get to the next level! You’re awesome dude!

[@ElbenCrafter]

It's very interesting, thanks for the video, I'm a rookie in drawing and I needed something like that!!

[@AldrinLabs]

Dude, where have you been?! Your nonchalance and laid back attitude is brilliant, not to mention how much the music you use soothes my soul. Glad I found you, great stuff! Subscribed!

[@EthanBecker70]

Tell all your friends about me!

[@AldrinLabs]

@@EthanBecker70 They're all in my head so it wouldn't help much : (

[@-Castiel-]

@@AldrinLabs Hello, it is I, a random internet person offering friendship! =D

[@AldrinLabs]

@@-Castiel- Friendship accepted! Thanks, Jay

[@MissyMona]

I think this is kind of a masculine way of trying to improve art, that isn't to say it's bad it will definitely help a lot of people, but a lot of artists aren't competitive, a lot of artists don't find these sorts of challenges fun and are more personally influenced by their quality of work and will need different advice to help them improve. For those of us who are overwhelmed and are trying to become self satisfied there are also other emotional ways of personal growth and improvement. Through it relies more on self care, and self consideration. A realistic understanding that you, as you are are not a bad artist. That on the internet you are exposed to a lot of extremely skilled artists and that you are improving and paving your way. This advice might be actively a little harmful if you have depression or anxiety so keep that in mind as you move forward if you felt it a bit daunting. This is coming from someone who ended up with an RSI injury by pushing myself to far, that took months to recover from. Be kinder to your body and yourself rather competition motivates you or otherwise. Goodluck to those of you who don't improve that way and thanks for the video.

[@MissyMona]

@@EthanBecker70 Not really sure what your comment is actually implying but with that said for those wondering RSI stands for repetitive strain injury. It's common in art professions and if you push yourself thoughtlessly it can become a life long inpairment, which can ruin ones art career in an instant, pushing past the pain can damage it to the point that you will have to quit your career. Animators and those in the 3D industry are especially suspectable and many contractors don't cover the costs of recovery. The more you know.

[@oliviaj9037]

Almost all the good artists I've met are competitive in some way, i find the ones who aren't generally work to a lower standard, they just don't care as much, it's just a hobby, they don't treat it like their life and passion and business. If you don't want to compete or pave a path w art it's fine to do that tho. And ofc never push ur self so far you get an injury. I think the message was just for artists who want to give it their all, and need a shift in mindset so they're not blaming themselves or others as much.

[@MissyMona]

@@oliviaj9037 To be honest, I think it's a more complicated conversation then we could really get into,or speculate on in regards to hobbyists, professionals and artists who work on personal projects. The important thing to remember is we shouldn't generalize artists based off what we think is the winning mindset or pace. What works for him might work for another but also might not. There's multiple ways of leveling up and improving and just like how young artists make the mistake of not being willing to use reference for fear of "cheating" treating improvement as a linear thing that requires pushing forward for some younger folks might be discomfort, emotion or physical. Because associating strain as a form of whining is exactly the sort of language he used. Someone isn't a," whiny polly pocket barbie baby having their hand held" just because this might not work for them or they're uncomfortable and the thing that this can lead to is some unintentional pain or injuries in young artists. Thanks for your insight it's been nice having a conversation about this.

[@Manicca]

@@EthanBecker70 I was considering to follow until I saw this comment. A person who has NO understanding of injuries, depression or anxiety is not worth my time, as you have no actual emotional history beyond "I am good".

[@EthanBecker70]

See Title: How to draw better faster... not, 'how to draw like a whiny polly pocket barbie baby.' My way gets results. this pushes babies to achieve their goals. don't talk to me about discomfort or how hard it is to draw when kids in Africa don't even have any hands. The art community on youtube has been treated like a little baby for far too long. I'm here now.

[@samirdepp7453]

Thank youuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu ethan....... i feel better

[@theomurgan3121]

if anyone scrolling through the comments hasn't noticed, there's a poll if you click the circle information button in the top right corner of the video. Answer the darn polls.

[@stronggirlsyndrome]

oh my god. you solved my problem, thank you! I have been doing art for a long long time. Recently I finally got to that magical stage where I felt like I could do no wrong and everything turned out how I wanted it to. And then suddenly one day...that changed. I tried, failed, tried, failed. I couldn't understand it. I wracked my brain, I refreshed my memory of things I'd drawn, I went back to all my old "mentors". and all I needed was this: to be told - look at the challenge you face or the struggle that comes as a positive thing, as a chance for development. And...boom.

[@roninguts0]

I did beat Dark Souls on Lvl1 (with DLC), but art journey is too hard for me, 5 years of struggles, oh crap. I think i'll just stay an art fan or something.

[@kofiro253]

If you beat Dark Souls on Lvl1 you most definitely can get better at art.

[@shua_the_great]

I'm putting the Video's speed setting to 2, to learn how to draw faster, faster, therefor tripling the speed of which I draw.

[@MrSupernaturalLife]

As a person who is more fearful about my own lack of skills then what goes bump in the night, these videos really say the things I really need to hear. Thank you ever so much.

[@chairasian8816]

"Sir they outnumber us three to one." "Then it is a fair fight" - Halo 3 Elite

[@aliago6945]

that is a glove that i exactly need for my ipad)) just with the pinkie, so the ctrl+z gesture would work properly, and yes, video is useful, thank you :)

[@CuriousTrotter]

KZbin literally reads minds. I've had a drop of motivation for improving my skills, and comparing myself to the biggest players out there I was thinking that it's impossible for me to make it. But now this video is recommended to me XD Thank you Ethan, as always. I'll keep on working.

[@totalmagic7589]

The cigarette is evolving!!

[@sadia6503]

Ethan Becker to artists is what twosetviolin is to orchestra kids

[@MAGSHMM]

I am never gotta get tired of how u promote skillshare

[@brodiapunch]

TIL: Art is the Dark Souls of creative endeavors

[@mcastaneda]

I was ready to do some drawing warmups and stuff didn’t expect this message but so glad I heard it. Thank you 🙏🏽

[@spaz_taz4910]

I been getting into collage stuff and a really needed to hear this. Thank you Sincerely a random stranger on thee Internet.

[@irismuddyhehe]

breh totes agree. also, being your own opponent and bringing the good hard goods outta yourself. also love the point about doing the action and feeling and stuff yourself and noticing how your body changes to embody those feelings and learning from that. GOOD

[@EthanBecker70]

Iris! Thank you so much! I've got more vids with similar topics coming soon- glad this one helped in some way

[@jantradaach.4996]

this is EXACTLY what I need right now, thanks!

[@ratofalady8125]

There is a kid in my English Lit class who is literally getting grades better than me (heed that I used to be at the top of the class in my old school), so this really irritated me. However, after watching your video I don't think it affects me that much anymore, rather I feel like it motivates me to try and surpass him. Thanks for the inspirational video :)

[@EthanBecker70]

that punk ... DESTROY HIM!

[@damianogiolitti3416]

I don't really have many doubts with my art..is that wrong? When I look at cool art I don't get frustrated or jealous nor I get inspired by them. I just mind my own business and draw from life. Also do you use thumbnail sketches for your art? To get an idea of the overall animation ? Thanks

[@EthanBecker70]

I basically zoom out and move the drawing around (select the layer and scale it) to get an idea of the composition. I'll also flip the canvas a lot and take breaks from the piece to get a fresh take on the overall piece before doing any details. details are for babies.

[@MrRmann1234]

Basically a challenge is an opportunity to grow. Make sure you are being challenged but NOT overwhelmed

[@aayonambrose7575]

What is happening in the image he is drawing

[@Mikaelamofu]

Aayon Ambrose did you watch the video. he was explaining the image

[@coffeefennec4541]

watch the video,..

[@CopperBoom42]

Wow, I really needed to see this today. Thank you for making these videos!

[@sickgirl_acidrain2252]

Thanks. I really needed that little kick in the ass on opposition. Little reminder. Appreciate it.

[@wiedzma8788]

Its 0:10 and I am already in love with this video XD

[@jeriemiahborela4433]

*in love with ethan

[@elletangere8964]

You making me not sleep and just whip out every references, to learn how to draw better. I aspire to create my own manga someday and I can only ever draw frontal view and they’re not even proportioned.

[@dightxiii8578]

You'll be able to draw other things than frontal view if you push yourself to learning all the core aspects of drawing from a deeper level, it'll take a lot of time, but it can be more than worth it. Make sure to get enough sleep and to use your time wisely, 6 hours of poorly used practise time is worse than 25 minutes of pure concentrated learning draw from life, study anatomy, study perspective from real life with inanimate objects first before moving onto things which are animate if possible one of the most common reasons for having off proportions when drawings from a reference is drawing what you think you see and not what you *actually see*, you need to detach yourself from defaulting to how you think things look, because you're brain is looking for shortcuts and is grasping for symbols to use that's just my two cents though

[@xerokun5067]

I really don't know how to say this but Thank you!

[@animationstation5802]

Care to explain the references for this picture I jest

[@lousnoom]

the intro was an entire mood

[@mellechemy]

I love the way you word things, this is the first time I watched any of your videos and I got a good laugh out of it, as well as plenty of motivation and inspiration! Liking and subscribing, I'm looking forward to more of your videos! Keep it up! 🌟⚡👍

[@18idlesuggest]

I can't stop thinking about that image

[@henrycardona2940]

Your video helped me write a good story instead of a draw. Thanks!

[@EthanBecker70]

Noice! Story first all the way!

[@muneebfarrath771]

You literally blow my mind in each video. I feel like a numpty for not realizing these things on my own. You're a genius man.

[@jennajen6414]

I need a mirror so I can look at my own face when I have to draw different emotions I'll definitely keep all of this in mind as I try to improve!

[@andersdenkend]

Surprising talent for comedic timing. Very funny videos.

[@amychi_]

More like: *_how to make things better at an alarming rate_*

[@calsifer6137]

Definitely think turning opposition/ competition is the best way to get better. At least for me. If I see a classmate that can draw better than me or another professional that I really wanna draw like. I get pissed. You've gotta turn that shit into fuel. Take all the energy you're putting into that emotion onto the page. Every day I just want to be better than the next person and I'm getting better every day.

[@kyzonm.b.9615]

drawing is the dark souls of art

[@SourSourSour]

The outros are gold every time

[@nudeerah]

He has such kind eyes

[@y0n_8]

I never seen such a cool artstyle

[@beefoon9517]

I never thought a man with a broken cigarette, America glasses, and a "Give a Damn" hat would be giving me art advice. But he gives damn good art advice.

[@InuyashaMiles]

The is the first time I really took away sum wonderful information about how to improve art. Without it being basic fundamental stuff I already knew

[@Juknn]

wow dude just watching your videos motivate me to draw. It's awesome please make more videos I have already watched through every one

[@Emerald_Solace]

I have never taken an art class in my life. Thank you for your videos, they are very fascinating 🙌🏻. I will do my best to reach that point of skill!!

[@95jonnyboy]

My guy!!? The first 10 seconds already had me hooked. New sub and thumbs up👍🙌🏽

[@andresuaza]

I just wanted to say, I recently discovered you and I love you already!

[@KeyOfTheTwilight]

Thanks for this video, dude. :) This actually helped me a lot! I've just recently picked up drawing again after being depressed for almost four years. So, this helped me remind myself to keep going. :)

[@kkeungi5955]

The Dark Souls comparison makes so much sense. When I first started playing Elden Ring, I was dying repeatedly to just imps in a cave. Like 3 imps. And it SUCKED. But I figured out their attack patterns, how to bait them, then finally got to the Burial Watchdog Boss and died some more. I got a little frustrated sure, but never angry to the point that I wanted to give up. I just kept trying and got a little better at timing, a little better at dodging, et cetera. And when I finally beat that easy peasy lemon squeazy baby boss, I was so amped up I wanted to fight EVERYTHING. And promptly had my face smashed into some mud by Tree Sentinel- But yeah, why CAN'T I approach my art the same way? I can and I will.

[@oborognk]

probably the best skillshare ad i've seen

[@jhonllyodl.garcia9870]

3:30 omggg I use to have a mirror beside when I draw. It's actually effective lol

[@znightowlz6585]

I can already draw well. My only problem is how to get comfortable. I always go to draw but I’m always hot, my heads sweat. And bc I live in Australia where it hasn’t rained in ages, it’s really unlikely that I get the right weather to draw comfortably

[@siruenyian]

"You can't walk a single step without dying" Damn right

[@yaril9191]

Never expected a motivational speech, but I like it !

[@painteverything7188]

6:19 This is actually Alan Watts levels of smart holy shit

[@Legokomedee]

Literally the intro alone. Subbed.

[@everyframecounts1230]

Fuck just the intro made me like you!!!! The art is awesome and the explanation is amazing. Simple, direct and powerful I love it!

[@CreativeExpress87]

Omg that almost non existent skillshare promo 😆😆

[@mbrison92]

Damn, my little baby brain needed this video.

[@autreUS4]

I can admit my drawings look better when I take a picture and use myself as reference