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Drawing habit

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How-to's

Posevember 2025: Your daily gesture drawing challenge starts here

Posevember 2026 is here. 30 new daily pose prompts, a focus tip and pose reference for every day, a 15-minute routine and a printable checklist are on the Posevember 2026 page. This page stays online as the 2025 archive. What is Posevember 2025 Posevember 2025 is a month-long gesture drawing Read more

By Armored Pencil, 1 year28 October, 2025 ago
Four pose reference photos of models: bending forward, balancing on one leg, arms folded and standing relaxed
How-to's

Why beginners struggle with art pose references (and how to use them right)

Four pose references with strong silhouettes, good to start gesture drawing with. The frustration of drawing without guidance You’re just starting to draw people, and every time you try, something feels off. The arms are too long, the legs look stiff, or the pose just doesn’t feel natural. You know Read more

By Armored Pencil, 1 year4 October, 2025 ago
Eight versions of one blue-haired character redrawn in different art styles, from the 5 styles challenge by RossDraws
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How to Find Your Digital Art Style (Hint: It’s All About Experimenting)

One character, eight styles: the 5 styles challenge by RossDraws. So, you’re starting to get into digital painting, and you’re wondering, “How do I find my art style?” Don’t worry, we’ve all been there. It feels like everyone around you has this super distinct style, right? But here’s the thing: Read more

By Armored Pencil, 2 years1 April, 2025 ago
Black and white doodles of stars, hearts, flowers, faces and lettering
Inspiration

Beyond the Blank Page: 50 Creative Drawing Ideas for Beginners to Spark Your Artistic Imagination

Drawing is one of the most powerful ways to unleash your creativity, allowing you to express your imagination through lines, shapes, and colors. Whether you’re completely new to drawing or looking to reignite your artistic passion, starting with simple ideas is key. For beginners, having a variety of drawing ideas Read more

By Armored Pencil, 2 years7 December, 2024 ago
List of December art prompts such as festive door garland, cozy winter scenes and holiday baking on a red background
Inspiration

December Delights: Unleashing Your Artistic Genius with 31 Captivating Prompts for a Month of Creative Splendor in 2023

Welcome to a December filled with the promise of creativity and artistic wonder! Welcome to a December like no other – a month designed for artistic exploration and creative brilliance with our Art prompts for December. As we approach the end of the year, there’s a unique energy in the Read more

By Armored Pencil, 3 years30 November, 2023 ago
Hand drawing on a tablet with a stylus on a wooden desk next to a phone and colour markers
How-to's

Need help with that fascinating drawing habit?!

Here are 10 things to help you get drawing for months and months on end. 1. First, create a calendar So let’s build your drawing habit. A simple reminder on a specific hour or agreement with your partner that you take a few minutes for yourself after the dishes or doing household Read more

By Armored Pencil, 5 years24 January, 2022 ago

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