Looking for a fun digital drawing challenge? Take the character-in-a-photo challenge!
How to do the challenge? It’s easy, simple and fun…
- Choose your photo from the choices below (behind the fence, swimming pool, or lily pad)
- Download the photograph from the link below.
- Import the photograph as a layer into a digital drawing canvas.
- Digitally draw on top of the photograph to create an original character interacting with the environment. Get creative!
- Share your finished products with Make a Mark Studios to get featured on this page!
THREE CREATIVE PROMPTS TO SPARK YOUR INTEREST:
How do I download the photo references?
Click the link below to download all 3 photo references. They are all royalty free and you do not need my permission to use. You also do not need to credit me if you use, but I’d love a shout out to Make a Mark Studios if you’re willing! 🙂
Tips to make your drawing successful
- USE LAYERS! At minimum, separate your photograph and drawing on different layers.
- Use VALUE to render consistent light sources and cast shadows within the photograph.
- Consider your colors. I recommend choosing colors that CONTRAST with the background.
Here are some of my solutions to the various prompts. I would love to see what you create as well! Please share to my Facebook page, email me at makeamarkstudios@gmail.com or tag me on Instagram @makeamark_studios.
Thanks for checking this out! If you’re interested, check out these other fun art challenges by Make a Mark Studios:
-Stephanie Villiotis