Baylee Jae - Draw and Color the Baylee Jae Way: Characters, Clothing and Settings Step-by-Step

CINCINNATI, OHIO

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Dedicated to my grandma, Sandra Connors, for being one of my first art inspirations and for always encouraging me.

cardstock

watercolor or mixed-media paper

colored pencils

eraser

HB pencils

ruler

brush markers

colorless blender marker

Copic markers

fine-line pens (black, blue and yellow)

paintbrush

watercolor paints

white gel pen

acrylic and gouache paints (optional)

craft knife

masking film

masking fluid

scissors

How-to-draw books have always been some of my favorite books to own. Its fascinating to see how other artists work and to break down their process, step by step. Each artist is different, which is what makes collecting these books so much fun. We all have different methods and different information to share, so dont look at this book as the one and only way to draw and color.

Also keep in mind that there are very few hard rules in art. Personally, I like to say there are no rules at all, and youre free to experiment and see what techniques work for you. Exploring and discovering is half the fun, so dont feel constrained by rules and conventions. This book is simply a collection of tips and tricks Ive picked up throughout my years of drawing. My hope is that youll find it useful and inspiring.

The most common questions I get are about the art supplies I use. Everyone wants to know what the best markers are, what inking pens work best, or what paints are most suitable for beginners. The answer is not so simple. Everyone has their own preferences, so the tools I like might not be what you prefer to work with.

You will also need to consider the cost of these materials, since top-quality supplies can be extremely expensive. I recommend buying something you can easily afford at your local art supply store. Dont feel pressured to splurge on the most expensive supplies because you might not like that medium as much as you anticipated. Play around with cheaper materials and upgrade once you know what you like.

Many people think that using expensive art supplies will suddenly make their art better. Although good-quality materials can be nice to use, they wont make you a better artist. Its up to you to learn how to use the tools you have. If youre feeling overwhelmed, just remember that all you really need to get started is a pencil, an eraser and a piece of paper.

When it comes to sketching, its hard to go wrong. As long as youre getting your ideas down on paper, it doesnt really matter what tools youre drawing with. You can even use what you already have lying around the house.

A good sharpener can prevent your lead from breaking too often, but almost any sharpener will get the job done.