Learning to Draw Digitally for Beginners

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Getting started in digital art can be intimidating. In this video I go through an exercise where we talk about layers and brushes and what you should learn first when learning to draw digitally.

[@allthethingswithjuliet3037]

I’m so obsessed with every video you make , I’ve always dreamed of being able to draw and you are finally helping me make that dream come true!

[@prudencewellinghoff7228]

Same here 😍

[@Pugcool200]

Same but I'll never achieve that

[@izapurins.]

@@Pugcool200yes u will. Keep being consistent

[@rahulkalita5527]

​@@Pugcool200 Draw for fun you don't have to be good

[@askredditstudios8055]

Romans 10:9 because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.

[@i.must.hate.my.wrists]

help my cube looks like it was made by a 8 year old

[@gworld5912]

Good, a rough sketch is better than nothing

[@sarphar]

If you make a mistake, it's progress

[@isuckatusernames4297]

can't make a straight line even after hours of drawing expdrience. its just that way sometimes.

[@SmortMen]

Use the line tool bro. Or if the drawing program doesn't have that tell me the program name and I will tell you how to make a perfect line

[@Assassincodm945]

Maybe u are 8 year old

[@alexanderrobinson2335]

This is literally the exact video series I need. Been trying to learn to draw but the process of applying physical drawing tutorials to the digital landscape has been really difficult. Thank you so much for this!

[@SwedePotato314]

Dude I am right there with you. I’ve been doing traditional for almost 20 years and I knew I’d have to make the jump to digital… and it is like learning everything all over again. A lot of tutorials skip the basics and assume the viewer has some grasp of digital. So I was just trying to figure it out myself and turns out I was doing a lot wrong. Who knew?! Lol. Anyway, best of luck in your digital art journey!

[@lilyofluck371]

@@SwedePotato314 honestly so true. There's a lot of videos about what to draw, but not actually _how_ to do it. Like what all the tools do and stuff.

[@FlyingMonkies325]

I can't draw straight lines or handwrite for the life of me so using the layers and tracing the shapes on pictures seems to be the loophole we need😋Drawing on paper takes a natural artistic ability which is how some people can handwrite well too. Ask anyone you know who can handwrite well to draw something and i guarantee they could do that well. It's like when you're handwriting you're drawing all the letters, lines, and swirls and doing it straight, but if you don't have that artistic ability then your not gonna be able to do it. No matter how much anyone has claimed everyone should be able to do it lol noop... some of us just aren't good at it. You could print off images and then using tracing paper to trace them, then transfer it onto some paper by flipping the tracing paper over onto some white paper then retracing the lines so the pencil lead transfers onto the paper. But now there's digital drawing tablets that makes that far cheaper, easier, and faster because you can use layers for tracing and lots of other things. Who says we have to be able to draw perfectly anymore? i've seen lots of people online who says they can't actually draw but make beautiful art pieces by tracing and then learning how to shadow and color it all in.

[@kyunni2211]

You're back!! and great timing too! I recently picked up digital art (and drawing in general) and was getting a little overwhelmed with all the different tools in the apps on top of practicing the foundations on how to draw. I've tried following other art videos and as great as they were, i find yours the easiest to understand and the most beginner friendly. I'm so glad to see you've got a course just for this! Will definitely give it a purchase and see how it goes! Thanks so much ^^

[@flyntwick]

Dude... Your personality and sense of humor was built for this. Never stop.

[@annanda_dandi]

Hi Brad, I feel what you described: I'm a beginner, and drawing is a hobby for me. I wanted to learn more, so I got a drawing course that started with figure drawing. The course is great, but it is so ahead of my current abilities that it has been more frustrating than enjoyable. It resonates with me the idea of having small wins while learning the concepts and skills, I love that! I just got your course, and I'll complete it now and leave my other course for later. I think I'll have so much more fun. Thank you. :D

[@isiahbrown831]

I’m slick proud of you, my guy. Your improvement from when I first began watching your videos is impressive and inspiring.

[@czerwonygozdzik3915]

It's great that you decided to continue this project ! Your videos are always so easy to understand and follow - even for a not native speaker like me. Thanks for making them : )

[@EnglishStoryShared]

I'm completely hooked on every video you create! I've always aspired to become a skilled artist, and you're finally helping me turn that dream into reality!

[@Grimangell135]

This is exactly what I was loiking for in terms of an intro video. I have been spinning in circles trying ti find ine that wasn't just about painting or only for a specific program. Thank you.

[@walontuoja4336]

This was the right type of content and tone of voice for me that I went and bought the 9-part digital course. Thanks!

[@SkiftyKitty]

Each little animation detail is so cute!!

[@SuperStoryModeYT]

This is just delightful! I'm so glad I found your channel! I'm working on creating the art for my KZbin channel prior to launch, and I have ambitions to become an author and illustrator in the future. I haven't drawn since 2012, due to a lifelong battle with anxiety and depression which almost beat me. Additionally, perfectionism and low self-esteem (a deadly combination) kept me from really improving as an artist in the years prior to my breakdown. But that's all over with now! I'm getting back in the game! I'm REALLY out of practice, I need a better grasp of the basics to begin with, and the digital side of art is COMPLETELY alien to me. Yet, I KNOW that I will succeed in achieving my dream! I see that you haven't uploaded a video here in a long time, but even if this is all you ever post this is EXACTLY what I need! Thank you, Brad!

[@Gr95dc]

I just bought an extremely cheap drawing tablet and even tho I did not buy it for drawing specifically, digital art is something that has interested me for a long time, I just did not had the funds for even a cheap drawing tablet. I tried drawing on gimp (lol) but it wasn't fun and I felt lost, but this video and the one about hardware and software have really opened my eyes to the possibilities, so thank you for posting great content. Whenever my budget for non necessities increases, I'd like to purchase your course!

[@salman_shafi]

Cool nice timing I was just looking for this video at the moment you uploaded

[@user-ce1vf1wu6z]

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[@temartins]

Nice to know you have this courses. Already on my list for 2023.

[@messyjess]

You are back!!!! Thank you so much sir. Love your videos.

[@emperoregg7693]

These classes are back and better than ever!

[@gothickah0]

I just started drawing on my ipad, i love drawing with pencil and sketchbook. But, when it comes to digital drawing im zero. Your class and tuts helps me a lot. Thanks.

[@munafjakub31]

can't express with words how much i appreciate your efforts, Pass knowledge is one great from you thanks man!!

[@xeniahaberditz5472]

I picked up hipaint on my tab. Got humbled reeeal quick. This video is gold tho, explaining the basis for beginner beginners you know. Most ppl talk about the basics as if we all know what it is about.

[@MsPeanut93]

I'm so excited that you're back!

[@metalac8363]

Omg, the moment I get my drawing tablet the moment this guy makes THIS exact video Thank you so much

[@mariaevo10000]

Your videos are hilarious, funny and just so lovely!!! Your talent and your art is contagious and inspires to try again after failing and failing 🙈

[@bluecherry-hart4786]

Just what I needed thank you. Looking forward to the course, thanks for letting us know it exists! If you hadn't of mentioned it I wouldn't have known about it. *thumbs up* indeed

[@christurcios2219]

Just got my iPad & wanted to actually LEARN to draw thanks for these videos man they been very helpful

[@ChenKhanwei]

I just started getting into Digital Art about 2 months ago and I stumbled upon your channel but was sad to see that there wasn't any new content....Until now. Welcome back Brad!

[@Ami-zp7og]

Great to see you back! Great tips!

[@bmxmellie1]

Love to have you back on this channel it is realy fun

[@icklegeeky]

Amazing this is perfect timing I have been watching you for a while and I am so glad I have one place to go and learn at my own pace. I love you work!!!

[@jasongriffiths93]

Just picked up a galaxy book pro 2 360 using clip studio paint. Literally just started! Your videos helped so much!

[@christiandavidbare6953]

Wow. This is great idea! Sametime upload in the 2 channel. And its connect. Wow again! Finally you have a course for general digital art! Thank you for this!

[@ryneus885]

Thank you, that's exactly what I was looking for!! And your videos quality is amazing !!!

[@ChuckLasauce]

Just did my best looking cube so far 🎉 Thanks for the tips mate

[@lilbibo1835]

Love the new animation style

[@user-ey9gi2kv6l]

Just did my best looking cube so far Thanks for the tips mate

[@MsKrystia]

This was exactly what I was looking for! Thank you

[@holacomooduh]

love these art videos, it really helps so much 😭

[@dr.pawansharma4359]

Big day in the history of Art Beacuse Brad Finally uploaded a video after almost a year!

[@MarceBr.]

Check the last video in the channel! He explains why!

[@dr.pawansharma4359]

@@MarceBr. I watched it but I'm talking about his tutorials Which have been not uploaded since ages :)

[@rubinaholton]

I’ve been waiting for this! ❤

[@jassiwantu]

you have explained everything so well. thank you so much

[@theempireofstud]

Wow I really needed this since I just started thanks and I have watched the other one!

[@shrutiiyer3987]

Perfect timing thank you ❤❤ I struggle a lot with this.

[@mashotaarts8609]

Bought your course 🥳🎉 Looking forward to get going 🎉

[@shawnholbrook7278]

so happy to see your video. I was wondering where you went!!, ah, i see the channel update thumbnail now. ok. Welcome back!! I'm just a doodler, but I am curious about digital, I have been wondering how it all works. Thanks!!

[@kalliek2680]

yay! ive been so exited for the next video!

[@AlanWalkerFan1357]

Yay! you're back!

[@abhijitmandan7987]

Thanks for making a video brad....

[@TheOnlyTaps]

Loved this video! So useful 🙏🏿💜

[@monicaant.1422]

Thank you I'll definitely be using that

[@Ognica]

I just wanted a review about the remarkable 2 vs scribe and ended up here after that... Dope stuff man, I actually subbed and I don't usually do that. Great content, Thanks.

[@neelamkabra2223]

Yeah!!! He's back!!!!

[@Kleqo_]

YAY YOUR BACK!

[@theartisticpaperbag6247]

Let's go new Brad's art school video :D

[@mhmdkhatib4530]

Finally back to the channel😀❤️

[@doumauppermoon2303]

I LOVE DIGITAL ART..!

[@jackcollins5394]

The algorithm has blessed me with this channel

[@Army_1207]

Glad that I found your channel!! I am a traditional artist and I really wanted to learn digital art...Your videos are really helpful! Thanks alot

[@human8301]

woooo u posted again!!

[@tinawyatt]

Just what I'm look for! ❤

[@bosstin8]

Tip for gross edges on fill tools. On some apps, every click you make with the fill tool after the initial one expands the color all the way around by a pixel. I know this works on Ibis paint and Photoshop, not sure about others though

[@sylviahowell7802]

Hi Brad! Thanks for the great video. I wish there was a way to save these. Thanks for all you do.

[@marcsegues8838]

Great vid! Please, keep going!

[@MarceBr.]

Wowww!!! Now "Brad" has a wavy hair 😍 amazing!!!. GREAT VIDEO!!

[@joselynjoseph9954]

Just in time as I buckle down for Inktober!

[@justinbouchard]

YAYYYY THANK YOU FOR MORE OF THIS :)

[@sugeesh9367]

Missed your tutorials Sensei.

[@gingetaylor4489]

Awesome video.

[@Nugget_gaming194]

You r the reason I am a ARTIST u made my. Life

[@seriousyak4734]

The gasp when you said “go ahead and trace the cube” had me rolling 😂 that said, thank you for all the tips

[@lucabastianello9830]

I was waiting for this

[@VaibhavShewale]

well thats very informative, learned something new!

[@larryangelotivera8584]

thank you Brad

[@guitar_man_15]

Wake up babe, new Brad's Art School !!!

[@abhijeetvdsh]

Got the ipad now it's time to begin !!

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Finally good stuff

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Thanks it was so informative

[@ufo2307]

You're back

[@chan625]

Wish you'd use this style more for your hardware reviews as well!

[@abdenour3393]

Perfect timing

[@park_hanyong1536]

Yeahhhhhhhh!!! Finally ❤️

[@jbiliHacker]

NOICE!! he mentiioned Krita. the one i use!

[@jillsheeler8563]

Ok, so one question, do you know what the average paper size is for ibisPaint x? I just can’t find a good size.

[@davincianimation]

very nice video

[@HANAAEWAS2023]

I bought an iPad. ………after I saw how you use it and my life is tern on from this moment really I became a new vergan of my self really when I bought the Pencil I feal I am the most lucky 🍀 girl on the planet 🌍 YES 🎯✨🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰 thank you man 🇪🇬🥰🇪🇬🥰🇪🇬🥰🇪🇬🥰🇪🇬🥰👍✨✨✨

[@JakeSmith-mq5dc]

I am so envious of your tools and apps. I have this blank tablet and a photoshop program. It's chained to my desk. But your tool looks so liberating and simply. I love that you can just use your finger to move some things around or make an imperfect line, but just straighten it out. Every movement feels like an all or nothing approach for my end. If I mess up, I can undo and try again, but that isn't progress. Your stuff looks so untuitive and appealing to me, but I bet it's super expensive.

[@Marcus-Maximus]

The app is 7$ and you can buy cheap tools like this that are really similar for less than 200$

[@JakeSmith-mq5dc]

@@Marcus-Maximus That sounds interesting. I currently have PC Clip Studio and a tablet that might be too big. But I am always looking to learn more. Could you give me a specific example of what I could do?

[@zsurvivalist7996]

i can't even draw a straight line lol

[@solarwinds-]

This is really good. I need advice. For my genres of art, I need to create artwork that is realistic. What software do you recommend for me? I can't afford a subscription, need a one and done. What I need the software to do is for me to draw yes but, also, sample colors from photos that are in the public domain so I don't have to work so hard at mixing RGB colors. What do you think of Rebelle real paint software? Thanks for any help you can provide.

[@murchadhmacleoid]

Thanks!

[@noberd]

YAY I MISSED YOU

[@Cacoolagarto]

Cool!

[@MeliLmns]

Hey Brad, is it possible for you to continue the series, it would help me alt

[@SweatingSnake]

Hey Brad. I rly want to buy your course to start with digital art. Got excited when seeing this video but sadly dont have a Creditcard to pay with. Is there any way you could add different payment methods like PayPal? Would appreciate it. :)

[@crowserainance]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS! I BOUGHT MY XP PEN 13.3 PRO IN APRIL AND DECIDED TO BUY ONE OF YOUR RECOMMENDATIONS OF SAMSUNG GALAXY S6 TAB LITE 2022 JUST TO PRACTICE DIGITAL ART. I'VE COMBED THROUGH SOME OF YOUR VIDEOS AND FIND THIS ONE THE MOST ENGAGING

[@thesaintofmemes]

Need this guy to co teach with my art teacher

[@user-yk7vh9rk9l]

Is it’s okay to use IBS paint? 1:13 Can you make a tutorial if I use phone? What if I have no Apple Pencil and just my finger? Does the push = more paint go with IBS paint aswell? How do I make it to where I can color the drawing without coloring the outside aswell? Can you show how to move pictures + add pictures on IBS paint I am a beginner and only have made 4 drawings on there. Those are all my questions

[@stickmanland]

Please make a video on animation!

[@kingevilunicornman614]

Thank you

[@smiless101]

Your course you mentioned is it on procreate only ?because I have a samsung tab only to learn on it

[@dominic_19077]

You mention pushing harder to get more “paint” out, but in many graphics programs and apps, you actually have to turn that function on. For me personally, I actually don’t like that function much; plus it seems kinda pointless when I can just set how thick I want the lines and how much opacity they should have. But, yes, I understand that a lot of people love it and swear by it. On that note, I’m not a beginner, but thought I’d check this out anyway in case there’s something I didn’t know or just never thought of - or to reccommend to other people. I think it’s great that you’ve made this video.

[@dominic_19077]

For the fill tool, I actually use the magic wand tool, then increase the selection area by a few pixels (depending on the line thickness), so that it overlaps the antialiased parts. Then, on a layer underneath, I fill with the bucket tool set to “layer” instead of “canvas” and that works great.