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How To: Draw a Ferrari sports car
This video will show you how to draw a Ferrari sports car using MS Paint or a sheet of paper, a pencil and some colors. Just follow these instructions from the video. First you will need to draw the sketch of the car, the wheels and the mirrors. Now use a brush or a marker over the sketch of the car and then erase the pencil sketch. Color the wheels and the windshield with the black marker and the car with a powerful red color. Now complete the drawing by making all of the details like in the...
How To: Draw Hinata from Naruto
In this video, we learn how to draw Hinata. To start, you will draw a circle with lines in between it to place where the eyes will go. Next, you will draw in the eyebrows and the other details around the face. After this, draw in the bangs and the hair, adding lines for them to show the different details. After this, you will draw in the area of the neck and then the clothing on the upper body. Finish off the details in the eyes and then shade in the hair and around the body. When finished, s...
How To: Draw a twisted skull
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw a twisted skull. First, draw the outline of the skull and then start to draw in the jaw line around the middle. After you have this drawn out, draw in the teeth on the top and bottom of the face. Then, draw in the eye sockets and the nose shape. From here, start to add in lines that look like cracks around the top and sides of the skull. There is no perfect way to draw this, draw it how you feel it should look! Add in some shading to show the depth and c...
How To: Draw the manga character Vash the Stampede from Trigun
In this video, we learn how to draw the manga character Vash. Start by drawing the outline of the character from the head to the toe. After this, draw in the details of the body and the face. Next, use a paintbrush in black to start to draw over the outline to make a 3D version of it. From here, draw on the details of the body as well as the colors for the skin. After this, draw in the details for the hair and then color in the clothing. Add in shading and lines on the clothing to make it loo...
How To: Draw a cute cartoon tiger
In this video, we learn how to draw a cute cartoon tiger. First, draw a circle for the head with two circles on top for the ears. After this, draw in the eyes, nose, mouth, and whiskers. Next, draw small dots around the head in brown for the fur. Then, draw over the mouth and nose with brown to match the outside color of fur. After this, color the eyes and the nose black, then add pink to the inside of the ears. From here, add in stripes to the side of the face and on the top of the head. Sav...
How To: Draw a sphere in 3D
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw a sphere in 3D. First, draw a circle and a square around it with a light pencil. From here, you will use the side of the pencil to shade in the sides of the circle. Then, draw a half circle next to the circle to make it look like it's shadow. Shade that in and then add in more dark markings to the circle, leaving a small white area on the top of it. After this, draw in the outline of the circle and erase any stray lines. This will complete your sphere, e...
How To: Draw the 8-Tails Jinchuuriki, Killerbee
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw the 8-Tails Jinchuuriki, Killerbee. Start out by drawing the outline of the character. You want to make sure you draw reference lines on the head so you know where to place the eyes, nose, and lips. Next, you will start to draw in lines to show wrinkles on the face and then the headband on the top of the head. After this, add some shading into the face to add some depth. From here, you will draw in the hair and the band around the head, giving it more de...
How To: Draw the head of a horse
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw the head of a horse. Start out by drawing the outline of the horse's head and the neck. Then, draw in the ears and the details for the nose and the face. Next, color in the horse and then add shading along the sides of the horse and fill in the features with black. Use different colors of brown to show a contrast between the colors on the horse. After this, you will use small lines to create hair on the horse, then add in additional features. Clean up an...
How To: Draw Optimus Prime, leader of the Transformers
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw Optimus Prime, leader of the Transformers. First, draw the outline of Optimus Prime, use basic lines and circles to show where the joints are going to go. After this, draw the full outline around the character, using a dark line to make it look 3D. Then, draw in the rest of the details for the character, giving him a look like a machine or a bunch of metal. Next, you will start to shade in the different parts and add colors that were used in the movie. W...
How To: Watercolor paint a California barn
In this video, we learn how to watercolor paint a California barn. To start, you will take a small painted brush and start to paint the outline of the barn. next, you will dip the brush into different colors to create the inside of the barn and the details on the outside of it. Once you're finished painting the barn, start to paint the scenery that is around the barn. Use greens to paint in hills and then paint a fence with animals inside. Continue to add in additional details until you're fi...
How To: Draw The Incredibles
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw The Incredibles. Start out by coloring the background orange, yellow, and white. Then, draw the outlines of the bodies for all of the characters in the family. After this, draw in the details, giving them a 3D type of image. Next, you will color in the clothing and add in the fine details for the hair and the face as well. Erase any background lines from the drawing to clean it up, then add in some shading to make it look more realistic. To finish this, ...
How To: Draw curvy steps using pencil
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw curvy steps using pencil. To start, you will draw a thin horizontal line with a small point on it. After this, you will draw lines out from this, using a ruler to keep them straight. From here, draw your steps on the bottom of the page using the lines to keep them proportioned and in place. Draw them in a triangle wedge shape and then color them in. Shade the bottom and the sides to give them depth and dimension. After this, draw in the area around the s...
How To: Take pictures right after sunset
In this tutorial, we learn how to take pictures right after sunset. To get the optimal setting for pictures after sunset, you will first want to place your camera on a tripod. You want to get a view of both the sky and the tops of buildings that have just turned their lights on. After sunset, set your flash to a setting for outside and then take a picture of the sky with the clouds showing lightly in the air. Make sure to take a wide angled shot so you can see a clear view of the surrounding ...
How To: Draw the female body
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw the female body. First, you will draw the outline of the body, starting with the basics. Then, start to shade in the different areas of the body and create contours. Make sure to draw longer and leaner lines to create a more feminine figure. Draw in her hips and make her body curvy, not just one straight line. After this, add in lines to the body to make it look more realistic and show the contours. To finish this, add in white for lighting and then cont...
How To: Draw Sonic the Hedgehog in his soap shoes
In this video, we learn how to draw Sonic the Hedgehog in his soap shoes. First, draw his muzzle and nose. After this, draw in angry teeth in the mouth and then draw in the eyes and the ears. From here, you will draw in the rest of the spiky hair around the head. After this, draw on the arms and legs, as well as the feet and shoes. The shoes should be larger than the entire body and have lots of details on them. When finished, add in shading around Sonic with the side of the pencil to give hi...
How To: Understand the anatomy of the arm for drawing
In this tutorial we learn the anatomy of the arm for drawing. Although you may look at an image that you want to draw, drawing it is completely different with pen and paper. Learn the different types of bones that are in the arm to get a better idea of where they should be located at. Once you draw the joints and the bones, then you can connect them all and have far more details. It may take you a long time to understand how to draw the arm and all the parts, but you will gain a lot of knowle...
How To: Take photographs using bulb photography
In this tutorial we learn how to take photographs using bulb photography. First, set your mode to manual and then you can adjust your shutter speed to thirty seconds. Once you go down this far, you an go into bold mode. When you hold down the shutter in this, it will constantly take this picture until you remove your finger. But, you don't want to do this for an entire 20 minutes. The easiest way to do this is to buy a remote control for the camera. This will allow you to press the shutter on...
How To: Draw a plan view
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw a plan view. To start, you will draw a horizontal line with a point in the middle. After this, draw lines from the point where you want to draw the buildings in the picture. Then, draw boxes inside the lines that you drew out. Then, you will draw in vertical lines on the bottom of the page, which will act as the ground. Around this, draw circles with scalloped edges for the trees. From here, draw in the rest of the details for the buildings. Finish this ...
How To: Draw a human skull
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw a human skull. To start, you will use your pencil to draw a light outline of the skull on your paper. After this, you will start to add in more shading and lines throughout the face to make it look like it has depth and contours. From here, you will draw in the teeth and then create the nose and the pits for the eyes. After this, you will start to shade in the sides of the skull darker and then add in any additional details like small cracks on the face....
How To: Draw a plan view with art markers
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw a plan view with art markers. First, you will draw a dot in the center of the paper and then draw lines out from here. After this, use the lines on the paper to create the proportions for the buildings. After this, draw in squares and lines to help create the ground and buildings. Then, you will add in details to the building and then draw in plants and grass around the edges. After this, erase any background lines from the drawing and then color it in. ...
How To: Draw roses
This video will show you how to draw roses in MS Paint or using a pencil, a marker, a sheet of paper and some colors. Just follow these instructions from the video. The first thing that you will need to draw is the sketch of it. Complete the tulpin with all the details just like in the video and continue it with the flower. Now make two more flowers and now you can use the marker over the sketch. The last thing to do is to color the drawing with the colors used in the video. And now you're done.
How To: Draw the cartoon characters from Teen Titans
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw the cartoon Teen Titans. Start off by drawing the basic outlines of all the characters. Use circles and basic lines to draw out the outlines of them all standing together. From here, draw in the color for the background behind them, then start adding in details for each of the characters. Draw in each of their outfits, as well as facial features. Use lines and shading to make the characters look more realistic. Color them with the appropriate colors for ...
How To: Draw braided hair
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw braided hair. Start off using grid paper and a pencil to practice. Then, draw two lines parallel together and draw a line in between each of those. From here, draw on a circle around these and continue the pattern all the way down until you reach the end of the lines. Then, draw a line in the center where the circles meet and start to shade in the area to the right, creating a line coming out of it from the left. Practice doing this to get a better idea ...
How To: Make a holder for your X-acto knives out of duct tape
You can use this tutorial to make a holder for your x-acto knife or any other craft knives. This is a good holder to have, especially if you've lost a cap, because the sharp blade has a harder time cutting through the tape.
How To: Make a laptop case out of duct tape
Here's an ambitious project! Make sure you have enough duct tape before you start this project, and take the meaurements of the laptop you're building the case for. Then, follow along and have a 100% duct tape case for your computer.
How To: Make a yo-yo holster out of duct tape
Become the fastest draw in the west! At least, when it comes to yo-yos. This inventive tutorial shows you how to turn a few strips of duct tape, six inches long each, and make a holster for your favorite yo yo.
How To: Use an electric pottery kiln
Using an electric pottery kiln requires knowledge of the equipment and proper maintenance. Learn how to use an electric pottery kiln in this free ceramics video series.
News: Lots and Lots of Panties Make For Good Mood Lighting
We've seen chandeliers made from paper, light bulbs and Chiquita banana cartons, so why not ladies' undergarments? Video artist Pipilotti Rist recently showcased her glowing underwear chandelier at New York's Luhring Augustine gallery. Rist's underwear of choice (granny panties) aren't exactly sexy, but there's something oddly interesting about the cascading, pastel skivvies.
How To: Set up a home made ring light in your photography studio
This tutorial is for photographers who may not have the interest or resources to invest heavily in lights. You can make a homemade ring light right at home, and this tutorial shows you how you can make your own with a soft box.
How To: Make a tuxedo wallet out of duct tape
Another fun duct tape tutorial! This one teaches you how to make the popular tuxedo wallet out of duct tape. All you need is a few pieces of black duct tape and a few pieces of plain silver duct tape.
How To: Make an envelope for a greeting card out of duct tape
Make a clever envelope for your next greeting card recipient! You'll need six strips of tape, seven and a quarter inches long, in whatever colors you prefer. The follow the outline in this video to make your own perfectly functional envelope!
How To: Make a fierce Kitana from Mortal Kombat costume for Halloween
Not just for Halloween, this tutorial is great if you want to cosplay Kitana, too. All you need to put this costume together is some black pants, and then a little blue and black fabric. This tutorial shows you how to make an amazing Kitana costume - all you need now are her fans!
How To: Layout a comic page like a professional
Layout is an important step in setting up your comic, to make sure each frame has the maximum impact. This tutorial goes over how you can start with a sketch in Photoshop and work on your layout for each comic page you're making.
News: Paint + Water Looks Like Beautiful H-Bombs
Though photographer Mark Mawson's concept is simple, the results are stunning. In a series entitled Aqueous I and Aqueous II, Mawson took photographs of wet paint dispersed in water. The images evoke jellyfish, or rainbow colored hydrogen bombs. Mawson says:"I had seen lots of ink in water shots and wanted to try something which had more body and which produced more organic forms."
News: Free! Drawing Lessons From the New York Times
Drawing is a craft that becomes art when combined with an idea. It is a skill that comes naturally to some; for others it is a slower, more painful process. But the truth is, anybody with patience and discipline can learn to draw. Learn the principles of line, perspective, proportion and structure, and practice!
How To: Decorate a ceramic lamp base
In this video we learn how to decorate a ceramic lamp base with Simon Leach. First, grab a small paint brush and then apply paint to it. Once you have this, start to paint your chosen design onto the pot. Painting a leaf or a plant will be the most appropriate for a large jar or lamp base. Use a brush that will move along the pot and create unique lines. Go all around the pot until your design is finished. Let this dry and then rinse your pot off when you are done. Let your personality shine ...
Friday Fresh: Go Gaga for Halloween! Top 10 Lady Gaga Looks
Today it's Lady Gaga day! Lady Gaga's outfits and looks are so outrageous that there'll be a million impersonators around on Halloween. But few will be able to perfect the looks properly. That's why we're giving you some assistance with our favorite Lady Gaga tutorials.
How To: Draw Absol from the Pokemon video game
In this tutorial, we learn how to draw Absol. Start out by drawling the outline of the character, starting with the head. After this, draw on the details of the body, including the claws that are on the feet. Next, you will draw on lines for the fur that are on the main part of the upper body. Draw on the tail towards the read, then draw a large wing on the upper and lower body. You will also want to draw on a flat background to show that Absol is standing up. Add in details and shading to th...
How To: Draw a woman in jeans with Adobe Photoshop
This Photoshop tutorial has a very specific purpose - to teach you how to draw a woman from the back who is wearing jeans, a skirt or even nothing at all. Master the curves of a woman's backside using the techniques outlined in this video.
How To: Draw a fantasy dragon in Adobe Photoshop
Want to start drawing fantasy art? This tutorial shows you how to start in Adobe Photoshop and draw an imposing fantasy style dragon. Make sure you get all the scales, wings, claws and other features correct for your digital drawing!