Sketching A Baby: Beginners

Sketching A Baby: Beginners

Have your pencils ready, and let’s dive into sketching a smiling baby from a photo. Join Elana Mokady and learn how to use the Smart Trace layers to get the most visual information in a short amount of time. Use the grayscale and the artwork layers to come out with a soft sketch that has an amazing resemblance to the original photo. Share your artwork in spaces with our vibrant community and enjoy this wonderful experience.

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Takeaways

  • Learn how to upload and adjust a photo for sketching.
  • Master shading and outlining techniques simultaneously.
  • Understand how to use different pencils and blending tools for detailed features.

Key Moments

  • 00:00:00 - Introduction
  • 00:00:11 - Upload and adjust your photo
  • 00:01:03 - Overview of materials
  • 00:02:02 - Adjusting layers and bars
  • 00:06:00 - Begin sketching with the hardest pencil

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