How to Paint Better Backgrounds - Digital Art Tips

[@samdoesarts]

Luv u guys

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[@Chelsea-fx6fh]

Love you too. ❤ Amazing lesson.

[@RakugakiRebel]

*uno reverse card*

[@tsekaii8273]

Lub yu

[@aleenaabbasi1858]

mUAHAHA I WAS EARLIER THAN YOU WHERE IS MY VICTORY COOKIE

[@peachdoesart3798]

Sam is king. Hes not cocky about his art, he’s skilled. He’s not giving mindless trashtalk to beginner painters, he’s gently telling them what they should do. He’s one of the artists that doesn’t just show off it and just genuinely has the intention of helping people get better. It’s very wholesome and these are the artists I hope to be like someday.

[@samdoesarts]

Artists support artists 😤💯

[@redpie907]

yeah this is also revealed by his clothing 😊

[@rhodsymoncadiente2754]

Lol I see who you meant by mindless trashtalking here 😂

[@takatshxii3318]

@@rhodsymoncadiente2754 are they saying about Angel Dev 0V0

[@peachdoesart3798]

I didn’t mean anyone specifically...lol but he does sorta do that. Gotta give him credit for his amazing art too tho.

[@Typhon6]

I study creative writing at uni and my tutor constantly says that your setting is a character. Where your scene takes place is just as important as the sentient characters within this scene. I think this translates perfectly into any form of drawing or painting too

[@samdoesarts]

Totally

[@epatnor]

And storytelling, writing and film making too. Oh, and games

[@Azy-Al]

Your voice is really soothing to the ears, very close to ASMR 😂. The way you paint and the tips you give makes you into a Modern Bob Ross!

[@samdoesarts]

Thank you very much LOL

[@duck_sandwich9967]

​@@samdoesarts where u find good references I can't find any good

[@cadesi.]

@@duck_sandwich9967pinterest works very well

[@xtremesubber9136]

@@duck_sandwich9967I dunno about Sam, but I usually go on pinterest

[@rosemaryeve]

I need this, I am the queen of bad backgrounds

[@AngieAZURE]

🤣

[@rua6997]

id be the prom queen if having bad backgrounds was a contest~ ♫

[@shaolacabrega8709]

Yes kween you dropped this 👑

[@VlKING]

Me who has never drawn backgrounds: YALL HAVE A HIERARCHY ?!??!

[@mom-i6u]

*uno reverse card*

[@0XXX0_52]

Sam was so calm three years ago

[@EdwinYo-lp3em]

Not anymore

[@alexandraelenacristea]

Sam, that was the best advice ever. Paint your background before or at the same time as you're painting your character. This has a lot to do with the way you perceive the colors you use in your art too. Since the background probably takes up most of the space of the canvas and it is all the way around your character, its colors will have the greatest influence on the colors you will use for your character and it will help it you achieve more harmonious colors in your painting and an overall more believable lighting and atmosphere. And there's no shame in using a reference.

[@braindamagedsquirrel]

This made me not feel so afraid of backgrounds 🥺 this was REALLY helpful thank you 😭!

[@samdoesarts]

YES

[@firstofficer296]

I more afraid at character's

[@Sblb006]

Sam has to stand for S- simple A- amazing M- mwah chefs kiss 🌚

[@rxkshan]

not bad to good

[@hardboiled_cat]

No, SAM has to stand for: Simple Amazing Mentor.

[@evadnyx]

for newbies to digital art like me, Sam's tutorials are such gems💖💖💖

[@SpiderP-mj1kr]

I’m watching this video three years from when this was made, and might I say, Sam has gotten even better :] (I’ve been watching his more recent videos and I just came to this one)

[@beajuca37]

Sometimes I can't believe this kind of content is available for free! You are one of my favourite artists out there and I'm so happy I can get to see your process! Thank you very much!!!

[@MahmudTheMedium]

I totally felt what you said about how a piece might feel like your character is standing in front of a green screen.

[@andrearevilla4354]

"You gotta trust the process" best line tip ever. Thank you for all your hard work!

[@exleydragon231]

Another tip he did not point out but is extremely useful (and he’s also doing): DON’T ZOOM IN! It saves on a lot of the guesswork and helps you maintain objectivity of your reference and canvas real-estate. Also it saves you a ton of time because smaller canvas = less hand movement.

[@tommie3700]

I like to put my navigator window on my other monitor so I can always see the bigger picture even when I'm working close. :)

[@thatFORBIDDENEggYolk]

I need to zoom in for some lines because i use my finger 😭

[@jenjoestar.]

I need to do this more thx👏

[@lov3r510]

Most of the video: normal The ending clip: so I’m gonna jump into it with a reference photo that I found from Pinterest and it’s got a pretty- what the *BLEEP* LOL he had a life crisis 💀😭

[@samdoesarts]

The stuff I be cutting out of these videos 💀

[@TalcimeLowKey]

lol my mind will forever wonder

[@nosheenkhan9853]

Tannie

[@tiffany.pixelberry]

Dude, your voice is so soothing. It's so pleasing to the ear. I could listen to you for hours

[@LunaDracula]

Main things I took from this video Trust in the process The Background is just as important as the character Use Big shapes than make the smaller details Makes the background fit the mood of the scene Thank you Sam~!

[@mathieuandrieux]

As someone who doesn't actually do art, this doesn't feel unaccessible so kudos to you. It's really enjoyable and easy to understand.

[@Chiharukii]

great tips. i was very intimidated by backgrounds and avoiding them but realized it was something i needed to master to make my pieces more complete

[@hafsajawad1429]

This actually made me confident about trying a background 🥺💖

[@helenchouinava7269]

me trying to accept that he can see the screen crystal clear from this far away without needing glasses

[@justagirlexisting]

REAL

[@aakankshyasahoo3042]

THANK YOU SO MUCH !!!! I HAVE BEEN STRUGGLING TO GET THAT MOOD OF THE BACKGROUND ON TO THE CHARACTERS !!! THIS VIDEO SAVED MY LIFE !!!

[@naeemashaari]

hit pause after 5 seconds in the video just to put down comment, thank you Sam for providing us with inspiration over and over ! ❤

[@hcneysuckle]

this made me finally realise how people use the polyline selection tool to paint backgrounds, i know that wasn't your intention but oh my god watching you paint in timelapse just actually saved me pls

[@jinkosushi520]

3:24 "cause we are lazy" IM WHEEEZINGGGG SO MEEEEEE

[@ampo2004]

I never believed in the process and now that I do everything seems easier

[@ivantheincredible_]

The way u explained your process and why u do backgrounds first was so clear and helpful. Thank you!

[@rieane7215]

🥺 Man, I really like your art... Your style is just amazing! 😍

[@photographyguru2135]

Dude, thank you for making wholesome paintings! Thank you for being humble and just straight up AWESOME!

[@doodlesdesigns3918]

Sam is such a lifesaver and I cannot stress that enough. Love all the tips and advice I get from his vids!✨✍🏼

[@dwilliams21]

Putting the "navigator" over outside the (already crowded) layers/brush/palette column has been a GAME CHANGER for me! And I picked it up just from watching this vid. Thank you!

[@javelindraws329]

U r my favourite artist and you have such a huge impact on my art!

[@hanagikuro3040]

i just need to hear your soothing voice everyday. its an addiction rn

[@marianhernandez6655]

wow this tutorial really boost my confidence i feel like i could really trust the process.. i love this channel thank you so much!

[@user-kk5bp3tc2w]

I haven’t watch yet but I know it’s gonna be an amazing video and I’m early

[@cocoacat.pngggg]

Same here lol

[@tosho741]

This was exactly what I was looking for! I'd spend hours looking for ways to improve, but wasnt able to understand. i'm so glad this was so understandable and relatable!

[@samdoesarts]

I'm glad!!

[@lolcreloux]

I usually just watch and take notes, but the way you work around your videos, by not rushing and literally walking us through each steps...had to like and subscribe!

[@tharanidulanjana8824]

Damn sam really had an entire arc with his voice T-T

[@snubnosedmonke]

this is just what i needed! ive been struggling with environment and bg paintings for a while but this vid is definitely gonna be a huge help

[@rachelhong7426]

Thanks for all the tips and motivation Sam, it gives me the spark to keep drawing ^^ ur art is absolute goals

[@samdoesarts]

I am glad 🥺

[@livingdeadgirl4884]

I never thought of doing the background first. I always do it towards the end before putting in the final details. But I always struggle with backgrounds sometimes spending hours experimenting with it. Thank you for the advice :)

[@Abbe1133]

I swear I have been blessed by the gods I’ve been wondering how to do backgrounds for forever tysm

[@reaanx6140]

ive started to do my drawings with these simple steps and tips you showed and they are starting to look much better, thank you!

[@orenjidesu7290]

I'm lost.. and get back to this video again.. you explain things very chill and easy to understand

[@defectivenull]

hi sam, was wondering if you could do a video just on the sketching process since you always timelapse through it in most of your videos. Mostly just want to know how do you take the reference and manage to draw it fairly well without using seemingly any construction lines. Love the content :) keep it up!

[@itsmarioart1490]

the master of the backgrounds I love your coloring style, character style, the color palette I love everything ❤️❤️

[@PodBytes69]

Your art is insanely good. Its jaw dropping to always watch you do your art

[@Silbusia]

I always start with general shapes in the background, then I paint the character and then I go back to background to add details. Otherwise I have tendency to overdo the background and paint details that won't matter or will distract focus from the character :)

[@torchtorquedreams4348]

Oh this is what’s wrong with my backgrounds! Thank you so much!

[@dannii829]

Just want to say after watching your videos my art has improved a lot so thank you so much!

[@fotrosri1872]

I'll try drawing the background first, this time using a reference, thank you🌹❤

[@blue_9169]

I've learned so much from you ever since I've watched your "No UNDO" video!! You're so talented and I hope you have a great day!!✨

[@RFigtree]

Just stumbled onto his videos recently. Love his guides, but his voice is so soothing!

[@taskeen777]

Dammit he's always so well dressed all the time. And his bg tip makes a lot of sense

[@sanyogitarana7591]

Hello, The process is just amazing. I really want help on how to chose brush for different art works and i always struggle in making background for artwork. This video really helped me a lot. Thank you so much.

[@dissamudra6292]

OMG thank u soo much. i really need this. thanks a lot sam. love your every posts.

[@Finxi_Art]

I wanted to draw a background but I suck at drawing backgrounds but this helped me SO MUCH thank you sam ❤

[@camspoe]

his voice is so relaxing i could listen to him all day

[@helenagerlach5362]

THIS LITERALLY SAAAVED ME, THANK YOU SO MUCH! 🙏 I`m really motivated to try it now

[@samdoesarts]

Yesss do it!!

[@anarxse]

Why is your voice so calming though?? I just read that in my head and it probably sounds creepy but.. i mean it is calminggg

[@vinaya1024]

I can already tell this video is going to help me. Thank you❤️

[@silvana9371]

OMG!! I been looking for a background tutorial for months. THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!!

[@christian01219]

You should print your art and display it on that wall behind you it's so blank! Love the tips!

[@rachanagupta9591]

I loved the video and how it actually pointed out so many things we usually overlook..

[@nightlight_frostmc6548]

Love your art and listening to your calm voice giving great instruction. Thank you!

[@a.d2995]

Whenever I see Sams videos I feel the urge to draw. He motivates me sm

[@zo3wishes182]

The video : Normal In the middle of seeing the results : *"Hi Meg!"* *"Hi mom! Wait why are you sitting next to the piano?"* *"I decided to teach myself to play using this app!"*

[@Ar-yp6nh]

*You cannot escape the Simply Piano ads*

[@BabinaUnlimited]

Dude your work is my morning motivation 🔥🔥🔥

[@manvaishnav7612]

I can't express how much I love his videos 😍😍😍😍😍

[@rachelkarengreen99]

I wanna hear more about your personal art journey!! You should do a video where you talk about your own journey, how you started, your challenges and struggles, etc! That would be super awesome.

[@erase_mello]

I’m newer to drawing in general, if you can’t tell by my pfp I do Gacha, recently I had a story I really wanted to create. But I didn’t wanna take random pictures from google, so this tutorial helped me a lot with my backrounds!

[@fosterturtle]

*Trust* the _process_ *Believe* in _yourself_ Thank you Sam! Needed to hear this today! - Foster

[@kingpen1179]

*in the middle of my thermodynamics exam👀 me: exams are temporary but knowledge about background especially by sam is eternal hahaha i think i made a good choice lmao

[@kingpen1179]

@Rebe D you my friend have made a great decision

[@M_JackOfAllTrades]

You did, bro, you most definitely did. We are all proud of you.

[@spag5296]

Thats how it be man 😥

[@MariaMilenovasArt]

you always choose the most aesthetically pleasing references

[@happyfridayYT]

I really love your channel, your draws and your mood . Sam king.

[@valasafantastic1055]

I'd say changing the term background to Environment is very helpful and I agree! Since I've been doing that it's been better. I also have been working as you advised in this video for a while and its great! Also I'd say don't stress too much. When I am happy and calm and believe I can do it; I do much better. Fun video thanks!

[@Thorrnn]

I love this image, and the background is absolutely stunning.

[@xxyenxd2382]

Changed my mind, Sam will be my art teacher.

[@dwilliams21]

I'm working on a book cover with a huge jungle mountain background. Getting overwhelmed, but this is a great reminder to go back to big shapes. Maybe I'll approach it again with the basic round brush.

[@Microplasma]

I saw you in instagram , i have seen many of your works there . I am not into Animations . But , i still find your video here and I never searched for your channel or anything . I am shocked man . AI is cool .

[@nickd1973]

Sam thanks for making the video. It’s really helpful and I like your approach.

[@emmacarena7103]

thank you, a lot of helpful tips! especially the don't start working on the details and I'm like "alright let's begin with this mountain which is really far away "

[@imhawkz]

This guy is so chill

[@samg9188]

Thank you, Sam. This explanation was incredibly simple and helpful.

[@pinkpanda8869]

I have no clue how u draw so well!!!! Its so inspiring!! I hope that I can be this good someday!😊

[@yadiiLucille]

Since I'm used to drawing portrait, this video helps me a lot! Thank u!^^

[@silverartis2571]

wow ! really i wanna draw and paint like u , congrats sam!

[@serenaindigo6159]

Came back to this video for inspiration for a drawing I'm doing and I realize I don't trust the process enough when painting so thanks a bunch for being an amazing person! c: PS: love your voice its very calming!

[@elsasiddiqui5933]

The starting and ending clip has me😂💕 Another amazing videeooo yayayay

[@g4uzy]

i’m so inspired by your work

[@shawnfrosticle]

bro i subbed a few weeks back, i like your painting so so so so so much, idk if ill ever reach that level in painting, learning anatomy was way easier than figuring the correct color combinations that go with yo piece

[@floppissed]

why does he make everything looks so easy 😭

[@haruka50hr]

I was about to start background painting study.. and this popped up.. thank you so much 💓!! And I love your art so much~♡

[@chaar_leyy]

I'm a huge fan of your work 😩❤️❤️❤️😭

[@gowrigireesan526]

I've been longing for this video😊thank you so much As always it's beautiful ❤️ this video really helped me so much😊

[@MissChibiArtist]

Super helpful! I've been upping my background practice a lot lately so this video is just perfect! I usually block in my background very loosely and then start rendering the character, but I'm going to try and be more balanced with rendering both after seeing this. Thanks!

[@brianjones1282]

I found this video helpful. I always did the background last, but what you said about doing that makes sense. As soon as you said that when you do that, it looks like the subject is sitting in front of a green screen, I was like, yep. I knew what you were talking about. A suggestion though, you refer to the reference image you are using, talking about things like how you have the basic large shapes of the background blocked in, etc. But we can't see the reference image. It would be helpful if you could also show the reference image you are working from in the video. That way we can see exactly what you are talking about.

[@hapiiarts7099]

I always love your videos, Sam. Love youuu!

[@juliusreviko4865]

You are my inspiration i hope....i could learn to paint just like you!😀🤩

[@chriskokun]

Thank you for this video i drew the same, i copied it while I was watching the video to learn and it helped. Thank you! 😁