How to: Drawing realistic skin texture

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[@quisutdeus4793]

I absolutely get lost in your art! Love listening to you and the advice you impart to all of us art lovers out there. Thank you. You are such an inspiration to me.

[@artlyf6737]

Its really nice getting tips from you,, it helps us a lot thank you..

[@JonoDry]

It's such a pleasure! I'm so glad i'm able to pass a bit of what I have learned on :)

[@artlyf6737]

@@JonoDry its not just a bit, but its a whole lot, by watching you, i ended up wanting to be better and ended up pursuing a dream i have long forgotten thank you.. 😊

[@akash2873]

@@JonoDry hey jono i have been following your youtube channel since THE MASK and the trick you proposed regarding detailing in this video is really cool . I personally want to try this stuff .This video explains a lot but it would be really helpful if you upload give a short video where you draw skin details and have a voice over to explain it a bit more.Love your art works and sorry for using someone elses chat section as i really didn't knew how to contact .

[@parentssamnangsovatanak2238]

I love his tips !

[@terryghinya]

One of the biggest lessons for any creatives is more often than not, "less is more" Another solid video. Love the quality of your content man. Stay winning!

[@sarthakshetty4260]

Never ran this fast to get my earphones

[@ruchiramukherjee3116]

DEAD 26 got 26 likes. Hope you haven't died...

[@sarthakshetty4260]

@@ruchiramukherjee3116 won't die until I get that skin texture right

[@tanyayapor9876]

Love your work!! Do you need to take pictures to use as reference?

[@A---BMaitriSarkar]

Me too but the one side of it doesn't work.

[@chipakakafi8058]

FINALLY someone who finds jonos voice soothing too

[@DArtaholic0414]

These type of videos inspires me to do more of what I can. Thank you.

[@rgtattoos]

Really rare to find real valuable information now days, thanks! Oh and the transitions trick is awesome less a lot of times is more 🤙🏼

[@jackwalters3928]

Same goes with hair. I try to make all the individual pieces of hair and it looks bad. In reality, you see some individual pieces of hair at some parts and just volume at some other parts. It's not just to save time but to make the drawing more accurate so you hit two birds with one stone. In essence, putting too much detail is just as bad as not putting enough detail.

[@whoisJackVolpe]

This is pure talent mixed with authentic passion and crazy hard work. I have rarely seen such beauty. Chapeau!

[@niallmartin9063]

Please please do a skill share course, you are a great teacher. Would so love to follow the process in real time. Your work is awesome, truly awesome.

[@artinveins6688]

Please make a video on how you draw (outline) before you start shading...... Do yo make a graph?

[@vaderguitarplayer]

I doubt he does. Most masters don't need to, and he's definitely a master. Some people graph, and some people get good at measuring with their pencil or tool, however that is a hard skill to master. Some use a type of tension absorbing string to measure by hand certain points that makes getting proportions easier. Most artists who have put in their 10000 hours no longer need these methods. I also think what he does is too big for any of those methods. It is possible he makes smaller versions first and figures out how to block out the areas of space and lines properly while also not taking too much time.

[@AyaSmith]

Brody Morris SO many people mistakenly think “masters” are so skilled they don’t need any additional tools or techniques to draw accurately and/or realistically, which really pisses me off because A. There are thousands of ways to draw, so you can’t sum up the “master’s” way like there’s only one go-to AND, B. Plenty of masters graph, measure with tools, and even trace! It’s the end result that matters. Of course they don’t share their secrets if it means people will perceive them as less of a master. A master will use whatever ways he/she desires and no one will know the difference because a novice cannot use those same tools and get a master’s results!

[@LukeRavensmith1]

Get away from using graphs trust me it is way better

[@AyaSmith]

Marshall Grayvold I personally use a proportional divider, or sometimes I just measure from one shape to another. I know all the tricks and appreciate them all. A good artist knows different methods and how to apply them.

[@YTuseraL2694]

@@AyaSmith so true, especially your first comment!

[@kaptainkermo]

I felt the most interesting point was how you said that the mind can be tricked into filling in some details by itself when a certain amount of details has been drawn. Like that delicate balance to avoid going over the tipping point of drawing excessive details. Perhaps the excessive details will drown out the need for the brain to piece the info together… I know what you mean, but just so hard to put into words! 😅 In a nutshell don’t get caught up in replicating details obsessively 👍 thanks so much! This is probably what I needed all this time 😄🙏

[@kaptainkermo]

Absolutely amazing! Definitely wanna learn more from you!

[@greatlifechannel8168]

nice artwork and tutorial, very amazing

[@mariolaloboz6352]

You are genius and I absolutely love your videos...you are inspiration to everyone

[@Orinoor]

I really love your tips. I work in watercolor mostly, but you techniques and ideas about limiting the details translates really well to my medium as well.

[@edwardshikabwali9725]

Thanks. Really helpful on the creases and blending.

[@abinjoseph1919]

Man...your..art...is truly awesome...and...inspiring...😍😍

[@bhawanapandey5551]

Hi Jono, u always inspired me,, and hope u always give new ideas for art work again,yours work is soooooo realistic and with silky smooth textures,it shows that you have god gifted talent, as you are doing so well,, god bless you

[@nnnee.01]

Lol I would be ending up with a cloud of smudge if I attempt this Also, how the heck does his look so clean with all that graphite though? O.o

[@singaporeghostclub]

You're my favorite artist thus far! The other is HR Giger.

[@cletusvid]

You are so inspiring,

[@mohammedalotwala5561]

Most valuable information i got today it would help me create better texture. Thank u for your help

[@mariamllersrensen6572]

Hi Jono. First; you are by far one of the most skilled pencil-artist, i’ve ever seen. Secondly; where do you find inspiration for Your art and how do you create reference-photos?

[@JonoDry]

Thanks Maria! I will try make a video about how I plan my work. I work closely with models to plan my references.

[@elvissalvador7025]

Do you freehand the drawing on the paper before you start or do you use other methods?

[@luc1d356]

I think he using projector or grid method cuz freehanding such scales with such accuracy is insanity. I may be wrong too..

[@KHEPREIGH]

A lot of his drawings are free handed

[@Bj-zs8dr]

It is freehand, he had a intro in a video that showed that, try talent.

[@FYPAnimations]

Thanks Jono. Such great insight.

[@madhusri6679]

Your videos are always push me up 😍

[@BabretManArts]

TYSM BRO fr this 👍🏼

[@Kudakwashe_]

Thanks for making this video it really helped.... learning for masters like u, yur technique has opened my eyes into looking at pictures in different ways.... Am not sure if am the only one who experiences this but every time someone advices u, u have a different perspective at things thats how it is wen i draw and his advice is helping me improve..... Its like opening my Sharingan👀☺️

[@ginafriend1690]

You're a Master! I wonder if you've drawn yourself. Your a great subject! I'm on skillshare but haven't been on it for months.

[@JT-ev6dy]

Thanks for the tips! Could you also show us how you would approach drawing a subject like fur please?

[@utubesucks9926]

This guys words are gold

[@norayacheva4354]

love your voice kind a bit sleepy satisfying..and make me calm

[@deannatashchian6599]

Thank you for these videos! How do you draw facial skin texture ex: wrinkles, pores

[@kevingregoire2764]

Explanations are nice. A demonstration would be helpful. I'm guessing if we sign up for Skillshare there will be videos with detailed demonstrations ?

[@rasheedmohammed5376]

Maan the beard looks great on you. PS: loved your video

[@artsyinabh]

Wow You are extremely a very Brilliant artist 💞 Thank you for the explanations and Advice i am new to your channel

[@rodneybrooks2649]

Love the art Work. Thanks for the tip. Could you do a step by step tutorial of drawing skin tone. I think it would help describe what you talked about

[@deniseogir2434]

Hi. Incredible drawings with just black and white; and highlighting. Superb. D.

[@John-dv1uy]

I had to learn this the hard way - before you made videos

[@ClearlyCrackHead]

You can easily reach millions if you keep uploading

[@lordarts5704]

Please make a video on charcoal use for dark areas

[@JonoDry]

Will do!

[@lordarts5704]

Thanks sir

[@Conda17]

Are you psychic or are you spying on me? I have been searching for different techniques for skin texture for two days and then my favourite artist channel uploads this......gold

[@siddhantkhare2775]

Your Art and Voice is priceless....👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 Fan From India....🇮🇳🇮🇳

[@9bluevixion]

Thank you!!

[@mcalinao102]

I like your art and voice

[@praiseudoka2734]

What i really want ...is how to do a perfect and detailed face drawing in a more realistic form

[@JonoDry]

Hey! This drawing on my channel may be helpful to you kzbin.info/www/bejne/qJeupqZqmJyLgpY 🙂

[@tjduprey]

Nice video. Didnt know a voice could be ASMR.

[@debstawecki6843]

You explained the fine line theory perfectly, got to know when to stop. Less is more for sure.

[@katieann917]

I loved that he said that. A lot of artists, especially ones just starting out, get so hung up on detail. However, just the indication of something or the illusion of detail can be so much more powerful than spending hours & hours on the tiniest things.

[@senceofhumanity6692]

This is a jono dry legendary ....i never seen before like that kind of draw....it is not realistic it is a hyper and supersonic realistic draw ....love u lot

[@dafttool]

I’m curious about the subject matter you choose, between simply being representative images, to deeper, symbolic messages. You’re an incredible talent. Thanks for sharing 🙏

[@osoamazing3860]

I want to see your grid process. How you go from a small photo of a 8x11 print and get your proportions right on that big of paper?

[@Lyndaadlng1]

Have you done a video showing the actual technique close up, that would be so useful. Thanks , i have switch to graphite because of your drawings. Also loved Yuko Shimizu skillshare class. Have asked her to do more but she says that she offered but skillshare didn't get back to her :-(

[@copyrightshouldart]

Great tip about when to add more detail. I totally got it! Love what you do and sometimes, your videos tell more than words ever could. Thank you for sharing your knowledge, this is what makes me want to push myself to better my own art.

[@JonoDry]

Im so glad it was helpful! especially if it can encourage you to push yourself to the next level.

[@robertschreckenbach596]

Congrats on the SPONSOR Jono! You definitely deserve it, as always keep up the great work brother and keep the artwork rolling!! I don't know you on a personal level, but I wish I did, you really seem like a very humble individual and very down to earth, and most of how we perceive you comes across in your art! Namaste brother!

[@JonoDry]

Thanks so much for this man, its huge compliment. All the best to you too!

[@lungaxaba8445]

You the best south african artist ever before wish i could draw with you

[@theonlycatonice]

Thought he was SA - insane!

[@lungaxaba8445]

Hes from Cape Town

[@martyrawdog]

you can,,, practice !

[@lungaxaba8445]

@@martyrawdog and patience too. The city of Johannesburg is too fast got to be out there chasing papers and making stuff happen

[@lisaoluwole6553]

Omd I love people from South Africa and I didn’t even know he was from there

[@eslamsalah2886]

What a pretty beard 😅♥️

[@LapandGISurgeryDrAzharAttar]

I really appreciate your work Jono..!! Keep it up.. I also try to learn things after watching your videos. You are a great inspiration for me, also I like your work place.. Thanks for sharing your beautiful work.😊😊

[@lecolintube]

Beautiful, thank you so much, such an amazing tutorial. Informative and personal. Just amazing.

[@FuriedHearts]

Could you please explain how you transfer your pre-drawing from your reference onto your drawing surface? Like do you use a projector or transfer paper or..? Thanks!

[@merisonola]

I always forget how much i don't know about art... until i watch these videos

[@graceemmanuel3117]

Love it can you teach me more in details

[@robertdonise8836]

Thanks for the tips man. I'd really love to see a video on how you capture your reference. I know that probably takes up a lot of the time in your prelim process, and seeing how an artist prepares before the rendering process is always of interest. Keep up the great work :)

[@JonoDry]

Thanks I'll see if I can put something together to describe that part of the process more. Thanks for the support!

[@crystalwilder]

So glad your doing videos like this and congrats on the sponsorship! I'm looking forward to more. I'm interested to know if your drawings have any graphite shine to it? I hear it's possible to have little to no shine but whenever I mix graphite and charcoal it's always very obvious which is which. How do you avoid shine and get the two mediums to blend so well? I press very lightly but still get it.

[@surfit.]

Great tips, thanks. Suggestion. When explaining about your drawing, can you draw an example? Also, will you have a lesson on Skillshare?

[@jonathankirkpatrick9493]

Just found your channel it looks amazing, subbed now, and where are you from?

[@YTuseraL2694]

He is from Cape Town, South Africa.

[@jonathankirkpatrick9493]

@@YTuseraL2694 ayy i knew it, im from Durban so i noticed his accent

[@alabasterkros]

Hi, appreciate your tips and advice. Your work is Incredible. I really enjoy what you do. ✌NZ

[@pott981]

Could you do a drawing demonstration on this in another video?

[@PALNJAX]

You are absolutely amazing to watch and see your work come to life! I've always wondered how this was accomplished, thank you for teaching me. Please keep up your wonderful works!

[@nouridrees5813]

You're the best

[@modernwarriorsystems7347]

Your work is amazing. Actually had inspired me to start drawing again. It's a shame you're not more well-known and selling these for hundreds of thousands of dollars or more. These, which actually take time and skill are just on your KZbin as far as I know, yet a Jackson Pollock, which anyone could do, sell for tens of millions of dollars. Should be the other way around.

[@mikenel9793]

Good point About overdoing them Details until it's flatter , Subtle is what shading Is about Easy to over full The fun!

[@mikenel9793]

I doodle for seeing how lines Work,they are so Dynamic!!!!! On line on paper shows Me a lot! Art is like show Time *0)

[@leanderophoves]

Go on with those Videos

[@jessicaleclercgagne1575]

Thank you Jono for all your teachings. This is really precious. What I would like to learn more about is the steps to do the background well. I started a hands drawing that I really liked and I screwed it when it came to the dark background. I mixed lin seed oil with graphite powder and went too close to the contours of my unachieved drawing. What happened is that when I wanted to add some darkness on the skin, I has created a greasy line on it and it was just impossible to erase or to blend... Thank you again for everything you do. 🙏🏻

[@debabratamanna4167]

Hey big fan from India and really love the way u draw. But what kind of u use for make such a great pictures?

[@horzen4227]

... what kind of what?

[@aditya1394]

@@horzen4227 the good old "Pencils"

[@ratofalady8125]

What equipment do you use for sketching?

[@baskakanalagectimsonvideoy7565]

Easier Than You Think! Me: so...... its impossible

[@oshkoshbjosh]

Your work is beautiful. Thank you for your insight.

[@the_T_rex]

When teacher looks handsome, Yeah, it's time for me to learn drawing 💪🏻

[@aniketdas5743]

Thanks because I am a beginner.

[@3ashishsreekumar815]

Good information thanks Can u say what paper are u using ?pls Love from india❤

[@mikenel9793]

Oh merry Christmas To you!🎄🍲🍲♥️🎄🎄🌈🆗️

[@lisaoluwole6553]

Omd he kind of looks like Chris Evans and I’ve only just noticed

[@winnie2222]

I can't even wrap my head around how talented you are! Sending love from Austin TX 😘

[@liammajka9146]

Thanks that helped a lot

[@isabell9473]

I love your work and your kind person, thank you so much for teaching us!

[@alma801]

How do you draw hair? It’s so complicated and difficult. When I draw hair, it looks messy and sometimes i can’t get it as detailed just like the picture:/

[@DjaRodneyArt]

Great tips, but what are the tools you use to blend? I see you're using something like a small piece sponge or cotton to blend out. what soft graphite pencil brand you use? Thank you!!

[@cindysheets1824]

it sounded like he said “cotton wool”. He uses soft graphite like 8b so it blends easily! Now where do I find cotton wool!🤣

[@marilynjohnston9699]

@@cindysheets1824 Cotton wool is the British term for cotton balls, available at drugstores, pharmacies etc.

[@stellaq3306]

Cindy Sheets It’s a misleading old name. It’s simply 100% purified cotton.

[@cindysheets1824]

@@marilynjohnston9699 Thanks!God knows what I would have ended up with! Lol

[@ThunderDome369]

It's fascinating, beautiful. Thank you for sharing.

[@varunahlawat9013]

Why don't you make your own sketch , sketching something! That would be great must try one please

[@morganlmcdaniel389]

I would like to see you demonstrate while you share Technic. Have camera directly over the image.

[@Daisy-qt4lo]

We are interested to know how you draw realistic water texture in drawing ritual, mask and handel

[@faiththeconsecrated]

Hey Jono, I just discovered your channel yesterday, your art is really really amazing Thanks a lot for all the tips especially on skin texture, I tried them and my drawings turned out so much better than before Thank you so much😁

[@liammajka9146]

How many years have you been drawing??

[@unnamed6556]

God! Your voice!❤

[@TahaArtGallery]

I always go with the same approach and try to do things slower in order to avoid any mistakes but at the end i really can't get my lines to look that sharp and realistic, it just gets smudged, I don't know how I can avoid this, at the end I make the line darker. It helps a bit but still at the end I am not satisfied. Can you please tell me what do I need to do ? I use Derwent Graphic Pencils and I work only in graphite. Do you think getting a tombow mono zero eraser will help ?

[@aleonsart6323]

Dam you are so far ahead from me :D... Well...l will take it as a challenge for me :) Thank you so much of sharing your videos, it really helps me a lot, like really THANK YOU! Also wanna know, do you cover up your drawings, for example like Fixative?

[@RSEFX]

Truly beautiful work. You have the grand patience and skill it takes to really take your subjects to the highest end of dimensional illusion on a flat surface. I'm a puzzled by the general public's nonchalance re: lighting (in life/in the arts): I used to use the term, ages ago, "flashbulb lighting" to explain (and discourage use of) front-on lighting that just pancakes the entire world. I don't think that term would be understood these days (altho "flash" pictures are still taken all the time, which just makes everyone look feature-less and anemic!) I think it would have helped your slight struggle to explain that trick of shading you mention (the trick you can take advantage of "at the transition") by editing in a close up on a drawing showing you (or someone) actually using that technique in close detail. Thanks for the great postings.

[@rashone2879]

Very helpful video, thank you. I never thought about how there are little geometric patterns in skin texture such as under eyes. Your drawings are stunning, of course.

[@sarthakshetty4260]

Never ran this fast to get my earphones

[@lauriekane4686]

Thank you, Jono. This was very informative. Good luck to you!! - from a new subscriber.