How to Draw: FIGHTING WITH WEAPONS! (Dramatic Pose Tutorial)

[@wolf.467]

I have been improving my drawing skills this past year and I've noticed the better I get at drawing the worst my handwriting is

[@bluemoon6264]

Same lol Doesn't matter, you'll pick that up later again

[@TanksExplosionsAnime]

I'm a good artist and I can't even read my own handwriting!

[@cattushi]

Ahmad Malki thank god im not the only one

[@thelegendarysuperdegenerat1155]

Ahmad Malki Same

[@zogtap]

I write everything in graffiti font at school. It brings out my art while doing something i hate, writing

[@KaisoArt]

I was legit looking through google images at "dramatic drawing pose references" and the thumbnail for this video came up. I was like THAT LOOKS LIKE A JAZZA DRAWING. then clicked it and was right. I'm proud.

[@azutheboredcat2441]

same!!!

[@iu4678]

Jazza ever since I started watching you I've been doodling on my books at school and not paying attention, trying to remember the drawing strategies you've been teaching your viewers, but I don't care I just gotta try keep my inner-jazza in and pay more attention

[@assailant8722]

"I have terrible handwriting." Y-you... ACTUALLY think that's bad? heh. hehe. hehehahahahHAHAHAHAHAHA, HAHAHA *begins sobbing*

[@cristypepito6281]

+Assailant thats ok i have terrible hand writing aswell

[@crowtatsu]

Assailant terrible handwriting but good art= meh

[@darksidecola4529]

my handwriting hasn't improved since grade three.

[@gabrieljnaid7312]

Assailant that's like me I'm so bad at hand righting I once had to right on computer

[@wantedwig]

Atomicgimp Boy *writing

[@billmontague8905]

When he said it helps to get up and do the pose yourself I was like "Yes! I'm not wierd!"

[@Codycjhh]

You do a really good job of explaining sort of what goes on subconsciously when an artist is drawing.

[@jarod5181991]

This clears up so much! I've been dedicating myself to learning from your videos! Progressing very smoothly! Thanks Jazza!

[@josechureyes2790]

jazza is the best art teacher

[@AL-sd7uz]

maybe

[@komedi8902]

Yes

[@endwemire]

This is brilliant. It has been said and will be said more, but if I am commenting, it must be said. When I started taking drawing seriously at the beginning of highschool, I was distraught, because my people lacked all depth. They where nothing. So I started to learn again. I worked with stick figures and drew them everywhere. I looked at sketches of skilled artists, and built up an understanding of how to create a basic skeleton. But I was still distraught, unable to see my achievement and too focused on my failures to flesh out my skeletons. Again I observed others, this time whilst working and made real world observations as well. I continued to practice. I am now able to create interesting dynamic figures with basic fleshing out, but until a while ago, I was distraught the I still was not achieving the level of detail I wanted, despite now achieving depth. I then found one of my old works from many years ago, and then realised how much I had really progressed, because of how awful it was. I now know with continue effort and effective guides made by goo people like you jazza, I will eventually be able to achieve a standard I am happy with. Thanks for reading all the way through my brief drawing life history.

[@rdhdhn]

I wish that i could draw like you. Im such an amateur 😭😭😭

[@Jazza]

i feel that way all the time looking at the work of artists i follow

[@MageLufaine]

redheadedme Every artist you look up to started out in your exact position. Just continue to draw and don't give up, you will soon notice how much you improve over time.

[@geremysorlinigiguere9535]

redheadedme Even the very best feel this way about their favorite artists. Being a good artist is first and foremost a matter of confidence and motivation. As soon as you get confident and determined enough to improve despite your weaknesses and become better, you'll start progressing.

[@cristypepito6281]

+redheadedme hey its ok just try and try agian/practice so your drawing skills will improve

[@bingol823]

I know this is cheesy but I promise you will get better the more you practice, don't let other artist's art let you down

[@tricklarson]

That is the best damn reference pack ever. Thank you. God bless.

[@pogodziej]

It's very helpful, thanks. Oh, and your accent just makes learning so much more enjoyable. ;)

[@TheManInGame]

I wish youtube was my school and youtubers my teachers, it's just amazing how much more better I have became just from watching videos and practicing by myself. Keep these videos going Jazza. You make us, little embers, burst into a great fire with them.

[@DigitalSalt]

It always amazes me how well even your simple, quick sketches come out. Obviously just a matter of lots of time and practice but it's quite a daunting level of skill you have. But between your tutorials and the things I learn in my drawing classes at art school, I am always learning and improving. As always, thanks Jazza!

[@buddydunkel]

Great and very helpful video! Only thing: you would not swing the leg on the side of the arm you're using, but the one on the opposite side. It's the same when you walk. Most people swing the opposite arm of the leg that makes the step. That is because firstly it gives a force that moves to the opposite, in turn giving the movement more power. Secondly it alows the body to rotate better since it then is able to use the muscles in the whole body, instead of only parts of it when the Body is alredy at the limit of how far it can rotate to one side and is being restricted by that. That Rotation is actually the thing that makes the punch/hit/whatever really strong. I know this is probably not very interessting,because it looks cooler the way you drew it and I have a lot of problems explaining since English is not my first language, but coming from an martial arts Background, where we train this a lot, it kinda bothered me. Thank you for whoever reads through all of this

[@n.m.dimmick194]

I knew something with that pose was off, though in some martial arts strikes (at least in the discipline I am familiar with) you do step in with the same leg, but you either shuffle forwards or change stances with the strike to make up for the loss of power.

[@redbolt4155]

Thank you very much Jazza! I like how you used orange and blue together to make it more eye catching and to seperate the colours well so you can easily see it. Very smart! ^-^

[@JTMaults]

SO happy you are back to making longer in depth tutorials. Thank you so much.

[@Horizonlotus]

This tutorial went from 0-100 real quick

[@unavailable1460]

Iyup

[@updatedotexe]

not really

[@illustrationoverdose]

wow... a very dynamic looking scene. reminds me a bit of "Stan Lee's - How to Draw Comics the Marvel Way". drawing characters that don't look to stiff. nice tutorial btw ;)

[@madmatter1000]

ILLUSTRATION OVERDOSE Same here! I was just watching "Stan Lee's - How to Draw Comics the Marvel Way" recently and was instantly reminded of it.

[@miblert3717]

ILLUSTRATION OVERDOSE I fucking bought the wrong book "Stan Lee's - How to Draw Superheroes" I thought they were the same

[@UberZackson1]

Me while watching this video: "Hey! That looks doable. It looks like I could draw that." Me with a pencil and paper trying to actually do it without watching it: "How do hands work?"

[@ljtowers5161]

Draw with Jazza I love your videos and they have been very helpful to me as well. I do have to say I have a hard time drawing masks. Correct me if I'm wrong but I haven't seen a video on masks, specifically. I would be so thankful if you could do a tutorial on mask drawings.

[@DavidWilson-me6bs]

Thank you for sharing this tutorial. The topics you cover are not only interesting but subjects I can apply. I have subscribed to your channel on the strength of this video.

[@kingfang2945]

Those lines are amazing.

[@account1414141]

Excellent tutorials Jazza, I watch your videos exclusively because of your ability as a teacher.

[@DigitalSalt]

Do you think that it would be possible to show us your canvas size and resolution any time you work in Photoshop? Small detail and maybe nothing will be gleaned from it but I know that is something I tend to question a lot and I don't think it would be too hard to show real quickly at the beginning :) I'd really appreciate it!

[@mark90312]

Thanks jazza i learned a lot anc improved my drawi g skills...and i belived its not just me but a lot of us is thanksful that youve made made videos such as those youve made..more power to jazza...

[@dusanlabudovic4176]

jazza, i have learned so much from you,YOU ARE THE BEST thank you

[@jobunny]

I was just about to ask for the lighting and shadding and here we its on the suggestions :D hopefully get to see it soon

[@frigman8735]

finishing up my animation assignment at school :) thanks for the help btw, your tutorials are awesome

[@mmattiasohlsson]

This video is spectacular! As are all your videos.. How they don't get more recognition is beyond me! I love it and will definetly look into this when creating my own drawing! :)

[@nathanread7980]

Thank you so much Jazza! Your videos have inspired me so much and I love your drawing style. I love watching your videos and your are so awesome. I've been taught so much about drawing. Thanks!

[@ericbeaule-brouillard8436]

Thank you Jazza for your time and your tips!

[@QDrawsArt]

Another great tutorial! Thank you Jazza! Hope your son is well!

[@mygoldenworld9472]

Jazza I love your vids!!! You help and inspire me and you are great at tutorials, they're helpful and entertaining!!!

[@LimakPan]

A small comment. Don't minde me much, the tutorial is amazing. I just have a bit of trivia here. Swords are actually not heavy or chunky. A longsword was never heavier than 2kgs (that's 4lbs). While maces, axes and battle hammers have not been even half a kilo heavier. Usually they followed the 2kgs rule as well being shorter than swords but having more mass instead.

[@cloudvsephiroth215]

As a weapons enthusiast. When you swing your sword you step with your opposite foot. Sword fighting isn't instinctual, it's trained so unless your guy picked up a random sword to fight a burgalar, having never used a sword before, he would have been doing it wrong. Just healthy Critism. love your work Jazza.

[@TanksExplosionsAnime]

why on the opposite foot? You miss out on a lot of energy from twisting your hips that way.

[@cloudvsephiroth215]

Stability.

[@crowy2720]

Tanks Explosions Anime No matter how hard you hit... if you fall, you die.

[@JohnSmith-en8xf]

Depends on the fighting style

[@ttwba2618]

Jacob Mortensen I would like to healthily criticise the way you spelt criticism.

[@bloodprincess800]

I fully admit that, while I've learned a lot from not only you, Jazza, but other artists, my poses are still coming up rather flat. Hopefully, this will help push me in the desired direction.

[@Noelzilla1]

OMG THIS IS WHAT I NEED TO PRACTICE ON!! :D

[@coltonbutton3302]

Great tutorial! I love your videos Jazza, so keep up the good work

[@MrJayson204]

Can you do a drawing tutorial on limbs in motion?

[@paintballspeeder]

I have been looking for something like this for a very long time. Thank you for making the video. Would also love to see something just like this but for stationary dynamic poses. Example would be a ready pose with no intention of changing position.

[@Divio18]

That's it, I'm definitely buying your anatomy book because the way you draw anatomy is simply awesome! Also great video! I will try to apply these techniques for my COTM drawing :)

[@coltonstein4134]

I enjoyed this tutorial and it is helping me to make a better contest piece for oldvnew. I find it kinda funny that the tutorial you made pertains to the piece I am working on.

[@crazydrawingmofo8262]

Haha, perfect timing Jazza!! At my artscool we are going to draw medival figths, so thank you for helping!

[@dangerousjo123]

Looks great man keep up the fantastic work..

[@ParthSabnis]

could you do a tutorial video on how to draw WEAPONS ? I have been wanting to draw fantasy weapons, but just not able to get around to it.

[@luizavazquez7029]

This comment is pretty old, but if you haven't seen it by now Jazza made a video on exactly that. It's really good for designing your own fantasy weapons

[@komedi8902]

I only know swords

[@mekhaelthaha5037]

I only know how to draw axes and swords

[@JimboGollnast]

Wow, i've never took the physical aspect (gravity or weight distribution) into consideration. It makes alot of sense :D Great idea, thanks!!!

[@drawandrewdraw9303]

Thanks for the tutorial Jazza!

[@bfuzzy79]

Hey Jazza thanks for the tutorials they are very helpful and easy to follow

[@PennPensiveProd]

you're videos are always so informative

[@JelleVermandere]

Great video, as always!

[@ArtOfShannonLee]

I bought your anatomy bundle and I'm so excited for my exams to finish so that I can start working on my human drawing!

[@2cool2animate19]

Thanks, this will come in handy with our animations.

[@AndrejNikolov-xw2gi]

Jazza I know one day you will hit one million :) I'm sure of that.

[@bruceleo2607]

I have been power watching these tutorials, but have been doing a poor job of hitting the lime button. I will try and do better! Thanks for all the excellent content.

[@anirudhbansal5578]

Good tutorial jazza U make it easier to understand :D

[@BroskieManDudeBro]

On a well balanced sword the center of gravity should fall about four or five inches from the handle. The pommel actually wasn't used as a counter weight 99% of the time historically, however it does add some weight to the handle. Sorry I'm knit picky, anyways the video was super helpful for me which is why I guess I'm trying to give you this information to maybe be helpful in return. Thanks for the video Jazza!

[@BroskieManDudeBro]

BroskieManDudeBro I'm like legitimately just trying to be helpful I really hope you don't take this as me being a dick in any way haha.

[@averageorganism9567]

Hey Jazza! Could you please make a tutorial on how to properly make fighting scenes in animations.

[@andersonmejia462]

amazing tutorial

[@biggles1483]

God almighty your a brilliant artist, someone I truly look up to and respect.

[@rubenglassee5143]

STOP (hammer time...)! What music did you use in the timelapse at the end? IT'S AWESOME! Just like this very video... and you! You're awesome Jazza, keep doing what you do! (If someone knows it, please tell me what the music is, it's so great...)

[@goofytoons2855]

Use siri

[@TheAkitaShepherd]

You should really do couple poses. I've looked up different ways to draw couples together (cuddling, holding hands, hugging, ect.) and just can't seem to understand how to approach it. I would like to see a video of that and see what you do when you draw it. Just something to consider in the future. =)

[@joshualambie5904]

hey jazza do you think you could do a tutorial on editing audio for an animation? thank you

[@fighterx9840]

Awesome video man, would it be okay if I used this stance at 15:57 as a reference base for one of my characters in a fight scene that I'm drawing?

[@Irakli008]

Jazza do you plan to have an e-Book Bundle in your Jazza Studios Store, for people who want to get just Easy Anatomy and Fun With Faces (no reference pack)?

[@Irakli008]

Jazza can you make a tutorial on how to do the process of putting "meat on the bones". I know you did a part of that in your Body Construction video, but it would be great to see a tutorial on how to turn a stick figure or a pose construction and correctly place the anatomy on it, without making it look like an anatomy diagram, but also showing the knowledge one might have of anatomy. Sometimes a pose might get out of proportion, or the anatomical parts might look good and correct individually, but might not look together and connected as a whole. Let me know what you think.

[@richfv829]

Soooo awesome 😵😵😵

[@QBgirl]

Cool i can really use this to finish COTM contest :D

[@studylife01]

good job, well done

[@EpicMediaKids]

Hi Jazza, I wanna learn how to draw Orcs, Barbarian or Dragon or all.

[@DirkBernauOppendorfGrindhouse]

and again, great video. thanks for that

[@FunArtWithDavidAnimator]

jazza thanks you so much for this video I really helpful .

[@kylemcclure9388]

this really helped me, thanks!!!!!

[@equilibrium9926]

Great video! Very helpful. One question (and I hope I am not intruding or anything). The "gear"/equipment you often wear on your drawing hand, what is it for? (I am asking because I have a minor tenonditis problem and the equipment I was said to use is making it impossible for me to draw).

[@lauras.106]

HAHA!! Who even draws modern weapons anyway? Swords and axes are cooler... :3

[@HoneydewBeach]

laser swords

[@lvbboi9]

@@HoneydewBeach also known as lightsabers

[@ntokozochabangu3073]

True that

[@KaitoD]

Heck yea Who cares about that LMG We're dawning medieval armour and a sword Plus fantasy works better with these classic weapons, modern weapons works best with sci-fi

[@KaitoD]

@Keegan Young smart but that's fantasy crossed with sci-fi A gun sword Like in "in another world with my smartphone" but that's not much sci-fi is it But I still prefer swords and stuff, maybe something like a rocket hammer and a gun sword but yes, I'll take classic weapons as a primary for most of my character

[@tevaughndixon3242]

I love your work could u make a video about shading

[@animetanimater4505]

THANK YOU SO MUCH.

[@SpawnWolf13]

Draw with Jazza Can you tell me which one of the Kyle preset brushes you use for (drafts, outlines and coloring)? Thanks

[@sakujo20]

AWESOME!!

[@SimonPHaywood]

Jazza id just like to say your hunking great bar of steel is not that heavy. A single handed sword weighs around 600-700 grams. A hand and a half weighs around 900- 1100 grams and a dbl handed or landersnect weights around 1400-1700 grams. So the weight distribution is no as much as you think

[@Jazza]

yes, but overstating motion and weight in illustration is a fun and often effective way to add drama and communicate physicality :)

[@haijyvelho]

+SimonPHaywood The double handed landsknecht or "zweihänder" swords are more like 2-3kg. 3,5 kilos at most but it doesn't feel that heavy because the point of balance is near the hilt. Also there are a lot of one-handed swords that are around 1 kilogram and hand and a half swords which are more like 1000-1700 grams. The best quality short swords might be 600-700 grams but I'd say one handed swords are more like 1 kilo, a bit more or a bit less.

[@bunnyxqueen1863]

+SimonPHaywood How do you even know this??

[@SimonPHaywood]

LOL cause I made my own real weapons for reenactment

[@chrisandersen3213]

+SimonPHaywood Some of that will depend on how long they have been carrying the sword in one hand. Even something relatively light feels heavy after a time. Also (possibly) type of steel etc. used for the sword. The length of sword would also affect weight. But I agree, 99% of swords are not as heavy as they look...

[@peach8438]

7:35 I JUST LOST IT! WHAT DOES THAT LOOK LIKE

[@yushinotsunigawa7080]

This is so helpful tho inspiring too even im just a watcher

[@himanshig1213]

Awesome tutorial!! :)

[@jorgeluislecler3756]

great video man

[@shensu1]

nice vid jazza thanks! :)

[@parheliaa]

5:00 Guy should've held a flail :) Great video

[@noone-io4yj]

Re never when jazza and not stupid really entertaining stuff.

[@quany_ashleestumiki1100]

Thank u this is a lot of help

[@azutheboredcat2441]

i found this while googling poses and just repeted "this is jazza" five times!!

[@fawrdeendeen3213]

it actually works for me

[@navdeepsingh-hc9zw]

Awesome Awesome Awesome :) Thank you :)))))))))))))))))))))))))))

[@Candle_L.I.T.]

what program do you use? To do all your drawings? I love your videos, i just think you should do more teaching on paper drawings as apposed to technology drawings, I like drawing on paper and i am learning with each mistake all your videos are very good but would be better if you would help out the beginners more so than the people who have money and experience in these programs, beginners usually start off on paper!

[@tarriehussain857]

yo jazza i know ull probaly not see this and think oh another dunb kid idk if u say that but u have inspired me to draw tings that u draw and lr youtube :D

[@teneesh3376]

Can you do a how to video of peiple transforming into elements. You made one for someone making it but I'm curious on seeing a person transforming into fire, ice, electricity etc

[@annasstorybox7906]

I would like to have a tutorial how to draw wounded, dying or dead charakters. Is that a possible future video or do you limit these tutorials to kidfriendly bloodless stories?

[@NiCoNiCoNiCola]

I'm pretty sure Jazza is kid friendly. But there's other turorials. Mostly, you should project pain through emotions and the, posture/pose thing. Like, it should be completely relaxed when the character is dead, when he is dying not so relaxed and when he is wounded he should be little tilted or something

[@carlitoacoba8693]

Yes teacher jazza

[@antekc]

Hi, great video! This is exactly what I like to draw! I just started working with my drawings on the computer, what program do you use? Is it just illustrator or something else?

[@BalkeTrollet92]

this helps alot :D

[@wingsandsthings3698]

I like how I didn't find this guy and his amazing tutorials until AFTER I broke my dominant hand :( fml....

[@loryen3215]

Crimson Fly - Huma-Huma! Finally found it! muahhahahha