I Painted Every Dungeons and Dragons Character... Almost.

It took me 4 weeks to paint this and I call it... The Guild.
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▬ CHAPTERS ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬
0:00 - Chapter 1 - Picking the Paper
03:59 - Chapter 2 - Laying Out the Characters Digitally
09:55 - Chapter 3 - Can Fantasy Characters Use Wheelchairs?
17:12 - Chapter 4 - Therians and Hobgoblins
22:43 - Chapter 5 - Elves and Dwarves and Goblins
27:59 - Chapter 6 - Air Genasi, Tabaxi, and Kobolds
32:44 - Chapter 7 - Half-Orc Pirate, Gnome, and an Autistic Centaur
38:12 - Chapter 8 - Kender, a Changeling, and a Hobbit
44:24 - Chapter 9 - Drow Bard, Stabby Kenku, and a Non-Binary Tiefling
51:26 - Chapter 10 - Orc Cleric, Undead Enchantress, and a Dwarf
57:41 - Chapter 11 - Artificer, Tortle, Aarakocra, and a Faun
01:04:06 - Chapter 12 - I Finished the INKING!
01:10:19 - Chapter 13 - Painting the BACKGROUND
01:17:21 - Chapter 14 - Painting Characters
01:24:32 - Chapter 15 - Painting More Characters
01:30:55 - Chapter 16 - Painting Still More Characters
01:37:05 - Chapter 17 - Painting A Few More Characters
01:42:52 - Chapter 18 - Painting Just a Couple more Characters
01:48:59 - Chapter 19 - FINISHING THE PAINTING!
Artist, Dad, & Hobbit
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[@user-pl5yn4rs2j]

I LOVE THE LITTLE THUMBNAIL DISNEY SCOTT!!!

[@ssavaart]

Isn't it ADORABLE?

[@user-pl5yn4rs2j]

i would watch and/or create a movie where that's the main character who goes on a quest as the wise mentor/parent figure for a wonderfully diverse group of less experienced characters, and they all have flaws that are worked on throughout the progression of the story. and with an amazing art style (or, like, a ton of art styles because that would be cool)

[@I_d_k_101]

@@user-pl5yn4rs2jhell ye, but how are u genuinely gonna plan to make it?

[@AspenMatabi]

@@ssavaart It is, it really is

[@user-uh8md8tb6t]

It’s so adorable it makes my heart melt ❤️

[@AnneIglesias]

My husband got me your painting as a Mother’s Day gift and we are displaying it in our game room. Our D&D buddies are FLOORED by its beauty and some of them even “found themselves” in the painting. I can’t wait to delve into my coloring page over the summer ❤ Thank you for compiling your videos like this. I missed a large amount of them during your journey and this way I can enjoy them during work.

[@ssavaart]

Oh. This means the world to me. Happy Mother's Day

[@amazinggrace5692]

Oh congrats! I was gonna try to get it for my nephew’s wedding. He and his fiancé met playing D&D. That was so ice of your hubby to get it for you! Much love 💕🐝💕

[@ruleofthree99]

I love when you said “let your art be wonky - that’s what makes it art”. I was watching an urban sketching tutorial yesterday and was shocked when the artist said “yes, the building is leaning more than it is in real life, but I like it that way! I’ll leave it.” Sometimes what we think of as “mistakes” are just part of the art :)

[@abbyb6958]

As a physically disabled person and ambulatory wheelchair user, I teared up seeing you include a wheelchair user and that it wasn’t an afterthought. You put so much thought and care into the design of the wheelchair. I truly appreciate that you recognized a stranger touching someone’s wheelchair is not okay. Your instinct to be inclusive is so refreshing and is a big reason I adore you and your art🩷

[@Gleebaer]

I like to think that the (definetly not you) orc character is the very successfull owner of the tavern. He has that sort of smile that he is just happy to have made a welcoming space for everyone to meet up and make good memories.

[@Leo-fc5od]

I love how respectfull and inclusive you are with drawing representation of all kinds of people! Fantasy should reflect real life and people in real life are diverse and unique :)

[@WatchingNinja]

Any plans to make The Guild into a jigsaw puzzle? I would love that.

[@swagsloth4037]

That would be so cool

[@ssavaart]

I'll look into it

[@swagsloth4037]

@@ssavaart can’t wait 🦥❤️

[@elaniarkady7351]

​@@ssavaart there are so many things you paint that i wish were puzzles.

[@elaniarkady7351]

He would be a great candidate for a new artist at ravensburger.

[@Nightneo2300]

Goblin is a bit tall but that’s a very tiny thing. I’m glad overall you didn’t draw her as just a green halfling. I really really love this painting and think the representation is amazing

[@davidperte62]

Yeah, googling male goblin and female goblin gives WILDLY different results 😂

[@maryrottman1530]

I want to thank you. I gave up on art because I kept over thinking what I was trying to create and couldn't get what was going on the paper to perfectly match what was in my head. Your video was inspiring, you showed and talked about how art doesn't have to be perfect, if you keep going your art can turn out better than what you imagined. Now I want to try again, thanks to you, Scott. Watching your picture come to life was amazing. Thank you for sharing your art and wisdom.

[@ssavaart]

You are so welcome!

[@An_Area_of_Grey]

I love the elf. She’s so boujee and the way she carries herself, I reckon she would be a sorcerer.

[@ratman9778]

I dont want this to be cliche or sound stupid, but I do genuinely want to be like you when I grow up, having an entire room dedicated for art, and having SO much representation in that art. Your videos always inspire me to create :)

[@ssavaart]

Oh. That means so much to me. Thank you so much! ♥

[@codigo6432]

Same my guy, same

[@meddler-gz1ks]

I totally agree, he's such an inspiration to me.

[@commanderriptide7723]

As a therian, your explanation was beautiful. It's simple but perfect. We don't think we're animals, apart of us is just so deeply connected that it's like our soul is that of one. You, Scott, are a lovely person.

[@Myer2011]

Hi, I was always curious about this kind of against "people who over react to therians, furrys etc." is it like a spirit animal? Thank you if you answer my question.

[@commanderriptide7723]

@SpaceMarineJeff sorta. It's like... a part of you is an animal on a non physical level. And you feel that connection.

[@Myer2011]

@@commanderriptide7723 Hmm I understand the explanation but yeah it seems hard to explain

[@Alderz_Tavern]

​@@Myer2011 Heres my explanation of therianthropy (at least how i experience it) Therians feel a non physical connection and identity to a specific species of animal or multiple speicies. This connection may by just physiological, or may be due to a past life. Therians don’t think theyre physically animals, and are NOT the same thing as furries! Hope this helps!

[@Myer2011]

@@Alderz_Tavern ok thanks so some of the mask things some people do are expressive?

[@margrette5386]

I'm still not even half way through watching it and I just have to say, this, everything, is just so beautiful. I know a lot of others have probably said this, but you're a great source of inspiration that is getting me more into art and the real beauty of it. Everything you have said so far has really resonated with me and brought some sort of comfort as well. I'm glad I came to this video.

[@ssavaart]

Wow, thank you!

[@CoyoteWildFlower]

Love Disney Scott, the cartoon is instantly recognizable when my feed pops up and it's so cute it makes me smile. Well done!

[@sagegreeeeeeen]

I love the thumbnail art for this. It’s amazing.

[@ssavaart]

Me too! ♥

[@Z_A22703]

I had this idea that the tortle, grandmother-like character is the owner of the tavern, or is the parent of the owner of the tavern. Who hands out snacks to the kids that pass by. I saw another comment in which the person thought that the orc, that definitely isn’t Scott, was the tavern’s owner, so maybe he’s the tortle’s adoptive son, or something- This is just an idea or suggestion! I love your art, and this work, and just your whole vibe- or feel, Scott. You’re a huge inspiration to me, as a small artist, and I love your level of inclusiveness!

[@gregorymurphey2115]

As an artist that is constantly discuraged by speed paintings i see on the internet, it meens alot to me that you kept your preperation in the video and show the incredable amount of time that you put into this work to make it look as good as it does. Thank you so much

[@pbj1609]

I love seeing someone make art with all the nerdy stuff and cool references that I like. Never change Scott!

[@aninastorm4709]

I have endless admiration for the beauty and wonder that is this painting, and the amazing work Scott put into it! I love all the detail and experience and the subtle interactions between the characters, I love how colorful the Guild is and how it looks like a big group photo and I love the diversity. But most of all I love all the little stories that are hidden in the painting, some maybe intentionally and some not. Like how the two human fighters are sitting with serious faces watching the dwarf, maybe wondering why he has his axe drawn. The shared glances between the centaur and the quiet one The tiefling smirking as they see the halfling and shifter goofing off How the knome and the pink haired elf woman look like they are giggling over an inside joke The kenku staring into nothingness dreaming about stabbing And how it looks like the fawn is a little weary or surprised by the enchantresses magic. Also I like to try to find the sweaters/cloaks that I think the old tortle made (I also like to think that she made the ear-defenders for the centaur)

[@ArchitGupta1411]

Yay! This is great to play in the background while I work! Missed a bunch of the shorts. Thanks Scott!

[@moldy_spinach]

I LOVE THIS PAINTING!! Everything about it is amazing. I love the representation through all the characters, and I also love how each one feels like their own person, like they have lived lives before this painting. My favorite might be the goblin! I love how you created her with respect in mind, unlike a lot of other artists. Thank you, Scott for creating such amazing art and sharing it with the world!

[@deviantash]

I love this so much! Some neices and nephews and I are looking to start our first DnD campaign together, so this is just awesome to see right now.

[@ApparentlyINeedAChannel]

I’m not finished watching this yet but I just want to thank you so much for making this. I know you did this for you and not us but seeing the representation of so many different types of characters is amazing. Diversity is important and the inclusivity in this beautiful piece of art is incredible

[@ssavaart]

You are so welcome!

[@tannerjay]

6:45 Another good method is just having any scrap bit of cardboard to tape your works to, I usually use the backboards from empty paper pads, but only if you have A5 - A3 sized works, unlike Scott's usual larger ones

[@alenatucker12]

You should totally do Mumford and sons as a painting! I love your art!

[@raekurz3701]

This idea is SO cool! This has inspired me to continue drawing my family’s dnd characters.

[@Caziie.]

I don't comment on really any videos, and am not much into D&D, but I am disabled and the representation with the mage in the wheelchair and the autistic centaur? The thought put into the dragonborne having their hand on the wheelchair? Absolutely amazing. The whole artwork is stunning and I loved watching the process, but the part that captivated me the most was the representation and positivity. 🫶

[@ssavaart]

Thank you so much! ♥

[@jamesng.6387]

YESSS I’ve been waiting for this. sitting down with a hot cuppa and watching this will be my hobby for the next 3 business days

[@jokesoyvervain786]

youve really inspired me to try this type of drawing. I always drew things in pieces, never have i drawn characters interacting with eachother or even that many being close to each other, and the fact that you were able to, while explaining ur processes and thoughts, truly brought it a lot of inpiration that made me want to do the same. So I wanna attempt it aswell :) thank you.

[@albamarquesfores6290]

Turtles are goofy when they eat or even when they sunbathe

[@tedtradermin7017]

D&D has been my life for the past 4 years, it helped me though Covid and it’s helped me meet new people and now It is currently my job to teach kids D&D And I just wanted to say that this is amazing and truly captures the beauty and celebratory chaos of it all ❤ Having all the collective differences and inclusivity makes my heart feel full. Thanks Scott Also that thumbnail is amazing! 😂

[@jeremiahcurtis9241]

I love the way you refer to all the characters as they/them so they can be who they want, I love that!

[@XxAth3naxX_]

Scott is officially a Disney princess The thumbnails i love!!

[@Philosina]

I lovedd watching the guild lives :D it's sooo much fun following a big project like that! Turned out amazing! thank you

[@dragonquestV]

Aside from the gorgeous art, just the way you talk about people and art is so genuine and heartfelt its like an audible hug ❤

[@m0on_dr0p]

I love how you put in a Therian! (I am one)

[@Caramel_Candy123]

Thank you for making it one video! Its easier for me to see it all than in separate videos. I love this piece and you inspire me so much!

[@abihoskins-vv3ry]

I love your art it always inspires me! It would be amazing to see a character that identified demigirl (she/they) someday, it feels like we are under represented. I don't know how you could show that and ofc only if you feel inspired by that idea. Thank you for reminding me that making art is about having fun and that everyone makes mistakes

[@strangerinadarkalley]

IT IS DONE! I'm so happy to see this finished. "Join me later for an autistic centaur" and "It's kobold time!" are definitely up there with the greatest lines ever uttered. 37 characters is mad. You might've already explained it and I just missed it, but is there a reason you picked that? Or did you just find 37 beautiful reference photos and stuck with that? I LOVE your character art. The two test characters with just watercolors and ink were so cool. They look like they should be illustrations in like a fantasy guidebook or something. With the painting, it surprised me a little that you did the characters one by one. My usual process is laying out the shadows and basic colors for all characters in the scene so I can be 100% sure that they'll all look like they belong because I tend to accidentally make some stand out too much from the rest. I really like the gnome. From the first sketch, I liked their cheerful expression. You're on point with the "I'd desperately try to avoid someone like them at social events", but I think I wouldn't mind just being in their presence. Maybe from a distance, but they seem fun to me. Centaur and the quiet lady are adorable. The big cat character is really cool, too. I'd call them Tora which means tiger in Japanese, and in Old Norse the name realtes to the god Thor. Sorry for the long comment. I'm really excited about this. I also just wanted to thank you again. I'm an autistic, transmasculine, gay artist and it really means the world to me to see allies be so outspoken about their support. I owe my life to allies like you and I really don't think I would be here today, at least definitely not as happy as I am these days. I love the diverse cast of characters and I'm sure everyone else who is in some way represented in your art is really thankful for your support as well. Thank you for everything

[@ssavaart]

Oh. That means the world to me. Thank you. And 37 is just what it came out to be. No planning or meaning. ☺️

[@user-fh4fm3vn2x]

I’m currently working on a small campaign for my friends, and seeing all the different races and classes next to each other and seeing interact has been so helpful and the art is gorgeous too ❤

[@ItsCamille735]

My version of this just arrived. I’m gonna frame it and put it above my D&D table.

[@ssavaart]

Thank you so much! ♥

[@teravolt3261]

i'm listening to this while i'm working on a comic for a friend, and honestly there's something about your positivity and showing your mistakes just really helps keep me going. You're amazing dude, cant wait to see what comes next :3

[@talaysiadunbar5157]

The 2 in the back very tall underneath the shield and chandelier, look like the guild leaders to me thats the vibe im getting (srry 4got the terms for them) absolutely love how it looks btw 😊😊

[@nvmnx6698]

This is amazing! Please shoot more long videos like this, it’s invaluable for a beginner to witness the entire decision process

[@reasull]

I love longer videos like this. Ironically, during this video I was working on my own dnd-based fantasy world and it really is nice to have something to watch while doing it. Keep up the good work!

[@meddler-gz1ks]

Everyone's daily reminder that you don't have to be good at drawing! You dont owe anyone quality, if art makes you happy, do it, who cares if it looks good!!

[@MrQqshonok]

that piece is not only great looking art, but very inspiring story behind it. thank you for sharing this and all thoughts narrated in background!

[@user-ls6kw6vf9f]

Scott your so talented! I love your art so much! Also the tabaxi race is so cool!

[@nandoschiavoni]

So gorgeous, compositing so many characters is a huge task, congrats

[@tessaflores5466]

Scott, I love your art, I love your attitude, just your whole vibe and I'm so glad you're creating such a beautiful, diverse safe space for everyone💛

[@daemonium3210]

your artificer reminds me of Tim and Marius from the mechanisms band! loved making little stories for your characters while I drew along with you, thanks for the positivity :)

[@IsabellaBabb-do1xo]

The tortle give me some major Dark Crystal vibes and I love that ✨

[@RhuuZenWhelh]

This was an amazing video to have on the side while drawing digitally. I adore the diversity of the characters!! What I love about your videos is how you explain your process as if you are having a face-to-face conversation with the viewer, makes you feel the words you say if that makes sense, at least this is how i feel. Keep it up! :D

[@layla.meowes]

The cold press ink lines actually look really good imo, the wonkiness matches your patchy watercolors.

[@hootsiferclawthorne8708]

I love the thumbnail art! It’s nice to have all the shorts in one video

[@Mental-eh7oz]

This is so cool! I love the little Easter eggs and tiny details in each character

[@Leenwedsnt]

I haven't enjoyed 2h video like this one ! I cant describe how much i enjoyed this one there is to much information that will take me years to archive but with scott he make it easier and enjoyable and he gave me motivation for to many things , i can't describe what i am feeling because i don't know english but what i can say this video make me feel im with my dad , thank you so much for your effort ❤

[@bug.27]

This made me start drawing again after a few weeks of not doing much of anything related to art. I wasnt happy with any of what i was doing, but this video gave me the freedom to just... create. Thank you :)

[@ssavaart]

Absolutely My Pleasure ♥

[@juliechen8710]

This is such a wonderful project! Even though I was not at the live streams, I thoroughly enjoy this walkthrough of your progress. Love your art and your insights on making art! I’m inspired to keep growing my art too. Thanks, Scott!

[@JesseDagger]

I love this video so much, from the start it was actually making me so happy to watch.

[@dreamworks1691]

This is incredible, thank you so much for sharing your work process this way. One of my bff sent me this video to cheer me up since I'm not doing great at the moment, it worked beyond expectations. Thanks a lot, again !

[@juliamisc]

you are such a wonderful role model and mentor figure in the art world. it’s a breath of fresh air. much love! (absolutely WONDERFUL painting btw)

[@lukesmith3451]

I am going into high school next year and I have an obnoxious art teacher that ignores my autism and today I found a new art teacher this channel 😊:)!!

[@AutismSharks]

i love watching your videos :) they’re always such a pick me up. your voice, the music and of course the art is just so calming to look at, sorta feels like being near a cozy fire :)

[@ricbulow]

Once again "Tomorrow Scott" gets all the hard work, to do!

[@redradish9964]

the thumbnail, the editing, the ART YOURE AMAZING

[@pizzawizard2134]

1:45:22 THE AUTISTIC CENTAUR (love him btw) HAS A VERY SIMILAR OUTFIT TO SHREK 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@arttalkwithmr.s6703]

In regards to your thoughts on embracing imperfection and being okay with your art being off or wonky, I'm an art teacher and there are three words that I impress on all my students in regard to their work; Finished, Not Perfect The best thing you can do as an artist is finish your piece, not obsess over it!

[@edwardmpk9970]

Thanks Scott for making this ultimate video!!!

[@noonelooksatusers]

screamed in joy when i realised that this video is a SUPER long one!!

[@85water7]

i love your line work, your use of line weight is so expert and it really makes the elements you want to focus on pop :)

[@mack8131]

I absolutely love this painting. It was so fun to watch this, I enjoyed it a lot!

[@carminecommander4297]

Absolutely love this piece, ambitious and turned out amazing. I'd say if you ever do a piece like this with so many figures a method you could employ to keep track of where everybody and to avoid them overlapping weirdly would be making another layer, to help visualize the space they take up, could be as simple as drawing a circle at their feet of how much space they'd take up. That way you can avoid missing legs and it might help with size, it can get hard to keep track with so foreground midground and background characters all being different sizes.

[@orangespruce]

This man inspires me to continue drawing, even when I feel like quitting. Thank you so much, Scott.

[@ezgieliz580]

that's amazing and was so much fun to watch!

[@eggzwithaz1980]

Scott, you ever use Hero Forge? It's a great tool for designing fantasy characters that's super easy to use. You can choose your character's race, clothing, weapons, pose, everything! I think it would help you out a ton with references for poses and clothing!

[@miippi]

I don't know of anyone commented this on the tik tok videos, but the instrument the bard is holding is called a lute. I always remember it, because in Finnish is luuttu, which is also what my family calls a mop. So when I first learnt what it was called, I was very confused how one plays music on a mop.

[@Purplepotatofun935]

hi! while watching this im designing some fantasy characters and environments for my story:3 love ur art

[@shaikhaadi6935]

THESE LONG FORM VIDEOS ARE SO COZY OMGG

[@DeyaViews]

Regarding the tortle with hair: in one fantasy culture I created for one world, one species didn't have hair either, but some wore wigs made from hair gifted to them by human friends to show their close bond. A bit of a cultural thing, especially for interspecies couples and lifelong friendships. I've figured since then that that could be applicable to other hairless species too. (:

[@crushcircuit]

ive been watching this on and off when i need a little bit of inspiration or a break from the drawings ive been doing and its been an absolute pleasure ^_^ it came out so good!!!!

[@FletcherCollier]

I love this video thumbnail, amazing art!!!!!!!!! Also I saw all of the other videos but s gonna watch this whole way through!!❤❤

[@red.rubyyyy2620]

I love these long form content sm!! They're really nice🤍 and really good quality! Il be watching more of these videos

[@Emma_Kate_]

This video was just absolutely amazing in every way! As someone who is disabled and queer seeing representation in art is always so amazing. This also finally gave me the confidence to start my larger watercolor drawing with 25 character, that I have been wanting to but to scared to start for around a year now. Your advice and creativity is so amazing and this turned out stunning!

[@ssavaart]

This makes me so happy. ♥

[@trademarkt]

as a digital artist your videos always make me want to paint. more generally, they inspire me to get better at drawing and try things that i'm not good at :) i love your videos

[@cybuhjesse]

I don't know why, but this really reminds me of sitting at the TV watching episodes of a show in between 15 minutes of ads. And honestly, I'd sit at the TV to watch all the little sections of this video throughout the ad breaks!

[@d_a_r_i_x]

1:35:18 Omg the gnome has just become someone from Argentina in my head canon lol 🫢🌟

[@anoob6614]

I checked out the poster on the website and I love there's a donna's recommendations section it''s so sweet

[@ArtOfDan9908]

Love your work!

[@fil5864]

This video really reminded me of the joy of drawing. Thank you ❤

[@MarcNassif-tb5ib]

The painting is beyond describable when it comes to it's beauty

[@katcoat2083]

I've been watching this while I exercise cuz I wanted to exercise and learn and omg this is the only thing I've found that's kept me this entertained for this long

[@tazeenfatima1854]

Hi Mr Sava! First I absolutely adore your videos, My art block flies off my head when I come across one of your shorts ( If you don't mind) Can you make a video talking about different types of inks for Lineart?

[@fardareismai4495]

This is such a cool painting!!

[@lamplol7120]

the new thumbnails represent u so well! i love them!

[@imaniislander755]

Oh man this is such a beautiful piece of art work, You are amazing

[@imaniislander755]

2 minutes in

[@rtoonz9601]

I love the way it's all in the same video, totally watching again now 😂😂 Awesome thumbnails btw 👍👍

[@Aesthetic.ideas.13]

Hey I love all your works and all the little details that you it into them your such an amazing artist and I hope you have a wonderful day.

[@fern3298]

you make me want to practice, learn, and do more art ! so thank you !!!

[@EleanaSmith]

At the end when you said you were "talking to the printer" about postsers. I imagined you sipping a coffee while having a conversation with a mechanical printer