Tag: cartooning

Have you ever drawn a character and thought, Why does this look so stiff? Or maybe your poses feel lifeless, like paper dolls instead of characters bursting with energy. If that sounds familiar, then you’re in for a game-changing discovery: The Line of Action. Popularized by Preston Blair and Walt Stanchfield, the Line of Action…

Have you ever looked at your drawings and thought, Something’s off, but I can’t tell what? Maybe your characters feel flat, their proportions seem inconsistent, or they just don’t have that solid, polished look you see in professional art. If that sounds familiar, you’re in for a treat! Today, we’re diving into one of the…

Have you ever looked at an amazing drawing and wondered, How does it feel so alive? The answer often lies in gesture drawing—a powerful technique that captures the essence, movement, and energy of a figure with quick, expressive strokes. Gesture drawing was popularized by Disney animator Walt Stanchfield, who taught countless artists the magic of…

Ever wondered why some cartoons just feel more alive, expressive, and fun to watch (or draw)? It’s not just magic—it’s animation science! The 12 Principles of Animation, created by legendary Disney animators Ollie Johnston and Frank Thomas, are the secret sauce behind smooth, engaging, and dynamic character movement. Even if you’re not an animator, these…