Whats up guys, my name is Eric Martin. Most of you guys probably know me as one of the YoVideogames Artists, but im just a dood who likes to draw and paint.
I dont have any art schooling background so im not sure you can learn much from me, but i hope i can show you a few things ive picked up over the years. Oh speaking of ive been drawing for over 20 years now. 10+ of that has been professional work.
Ive done everything from, Portraiture, Tattooing, 2d Animation, Comics, Painting, 3d character sculpting for figurines, concept design, ummm im sure im leaving a bunch out lol If its art related than most likely ive done it =)
i hope you can have fun watching me work and if you have questions please please please dont hesitate to ask. i love to share my knowledge whenever i can.
Ok doods, so i do have some rules id like you guys to follow.
+ Abusive or racist comments are not allowed (you can say what you want about me but DO NOT DISRESPECT PEOPLE IN MY CHAT)
+ Don't post Links without permission or Spam
+ Please welcome new followers!
+ No excessive trash talk (again you can say what you want about me but DO NOT DISRESPECT PEOPLE IN MY CHAT)
+ Try to have fun, and respect each other!
Do you take Commissions?
Yes, I do take commissions. if your interested please feel free to ask me on stream or contact me through, Twitter or Deviantart
Do you take requests?
Yea sometimes ill take requests, but it depends on how im feeling.
What program are you using?
I like to use Clip Studio Paint EX. its the best program to draw in, at least for me =)
Are you using a drawing tablet, if so which one?
I use a Wacom Intuos Pro Large
Did you go to art school, if so which one?
No, ive never taken an art class, im completely self taught. Ive always had an eye for art so its always been easy to pick things up on my own.
What program are you using to stream?
I am using OBS Studio
If i pay you will you draw me? please!
Sorry, but im really not interested in drawing people, id much rather draw your original characters or your ideas for an illustration.
Do you have a list of resource that can help me with my art?
YES! I made a great list of all the useful resource i think you guys should have or know about. More to come soon! Just check the Resource section.
Figure Drawing:
ProkoTV Hands down the best person to learn your figure drawing and anatomy from. (FREE/PAID)
Posemaniacs Useful for getting a better understanding of the muscle under the skin from different angles and poses but dont use as a main resource. (FREE)
Design Doll This program is the BEST! program for posing the human figure in precise and very dynamic ways. (FREE/PAID)
QuickPoses A tool for artists to help with practicing gesture drawing and building a visual library of characters and models.
Digital Art Fundamentals
CTRLPaint By far the best place to go to learn about getting into digital art. (FREE)
Art Fundamentals Reddit Very neat little site if your new to art and want to get some free lessons. (FREE)
Perspective Fundamentals
Perspective Sketching 1: The Basics
Perspective Sketching 2: Form and Design Ok in my opinion you will never find a more clear and perfectly explained course on perspective than these 2 courses right here. (PAID)
Freelancing Tips
Noah Bradley: The Art of Freelancing He gives a free 30 min breakdown of how to get started freelancing, but the full course is like $50, honestly its worth every penny. (FREE/PAID)
Freelancing Basic Contracts These contract templates will be a great starting point for you to negotiate terms with a client that will make both parties happy.
Concept Design
FZD School Best place to learn about concept design (FREE)
Image Reference Collections
Military References Guns, tanks, jets... The most extensive collection of military references on the net!
MJRanum Stock Incredible gallery filled with quality human poses in different outfits and costumes.
ARKive A non-profit website dedicated to gathering photos and information about all life on earth.
Airliners Thousands of pictures of airplanes from all generations!
Art Of Swords Tumblr filled to the brim with swords, blades and daggers.
OSF Costumes This rental website has a large catalog of historical clothes and armor. Great for dressing fantasy characters.
Insect Library Awesome collection of insect photography, beautifully shot by Nicky Bay.
Paul Kwon Collection Of References
Royalty Free Textures
Photobash Affordable references for digital artist! 6K images, royality free! Also check out free packs! (FREE/PAID)
CGTextures The industry's number one website for free high quality textures! Cheap memberships grant you even more downloads. (FREE/PAID)
TextureMate Free texture packs, stock images, brush packs and more.(FREE/PAID)
Matte Painting Resources Free, high resolution photos, ready to be used in your matte painting projects. (FREE)
Fotoscopy Free community base site offers completely free stocks photo under creative common license. (FREE)
Gumroad Tutorial List