Pony Artist Resources

[Dave (RayFriedh) 246]

Okay, there's one thing about this fandom- no, about people that is really, really bothering me. People are telling me that they wish they could draw, that they wish that they had the talent to draw.

 

Guys, you don't need natural talent in order to draw ponies. It really hurts me to see people say that they want to draw and they say that they just can't. One reason, is because it's not true. You aren't born with the talent to draw. Like anything, you have to put time and dedication into what you want to do in order to become better. This is the main thing anyone needs in order to become better in whatever they want to do- and this includes artwork. ANOTHER thing that does help is support, such as constructive criticism, tips, or any friends that support your delving into art.

 

This thread is made to give all you newbies and experts another type of support. That is, very useful guides and tips here that any of you could use in order to improve in your FiM artwork, and maybe other artwork. I sincerely hope that these links will help anyone in need of them.

 

If you've found any other guide that you think might belong on this here list, do not hesitate to contact me over Skype, PM, or DA. 

 

Now, without further ado, here are a few of the treasures I've found across the internet.

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-INTRODUCTORY ARTICLES-

-Thanks to MLPdrawingschool!-

Don't Panic: 

http://www.reddit.com/r/MLPdrawingschool/comments/nxdpy/dont_panic_a_drawing_guide_from_beginner_to/

How to use References:

http://viwrastupr.deviantart.com/art/Tutorial-1-Understanding-references-347629747

Making Art, a Process Guide: 

http://www.reddit.com/r/MLPdrawingschool/comments/o6iw6/making_art_a_process_guide_todays_method/

Keys to Success in Art:

http://www.reddit.com/r/MLPdrawingschool/comments/suh5i/the_keys_to_success_in_art/

 

-SKETCHING-

Undersketching and Refinement (MLPdrawingschool) 

http://www.reddit.com/r/MLPdrawingschool/comments/s61m1/undersketching_and_refinement_posebuilding_in/

 

-ANATOMY-

Dshou's Anatomy Study:

http://dshou.deviantart.com/art/MLP-Basic-Anatomy-Study-1-Basics-317485624

Pony Anatomy Study by VertreV:

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-7bS-XNQmBnk/TeX7B0XqZMI/AAAAAAAAFTE/AWktwZT1XAA/s1600/Clipboard01.jpg

Common Anatomy Errors (MLPdrawingschool)

http://www.reddit.com/r/MLPdrawingschool/comments/zhek6/lesson_5_common_anatomy_errors/

Pony Anatomy Lesson (MLPdrawingschool)

http://www.reddit.com/r/MLPdrawingschool/comments/zulhs/thursday_weekly_lesson_6_pony_anatomy/

 

-LEGS-

Dshou's Leg Studies:

http://dshou.deviantart.com/art/MLP-Basic-Anatomy-Study-2-Front-Legs-317774146

(Part two): 

http://dshou.deviantart.com/art/MLP-Basic-Anatomy-Study-3-Hind-Legs-317880714

 

 

-GENERAL GUIDES-

Drawponies' Con Panel:

Dragoart Tutorial:

http://www.dragoart.com/tuts/8102/1/1/how-to-draw-my-little-pony,-friendship-is-magic-style.htm

 

-OTHER SPECIFIC GUIDES-

MLPdrawingschool's Tutorial on Proportions: 

http://www.reddit.com/r/MLPdrawingschool/comments/prx47/rabbis_guide_to_the_perplexed_or_how_to_measure/

Viwrastupr's Tutorial on Proportions:

http://viwrastupr.deviantart.com/art/Tutorial-2-Measuring-and-comparing-349639929

Why485's Clothing Tutorial:

http://img191.imageshack.us/img191/9195/ponyclothesstudy.png

Tutorial on Hair (MLPdrawingschool)

http://www.reddit.com/r/MLPdrawingschool/comments/rklhh/hair_it_is_less_than_you_think/

Identifying Compositional Awkwardness (MLPdrawingschool):

http://www.reddit.com/r/MLPdrawingschool/comments/rb7wf/

Basic Shading Tutorial (MLPdrawingschool):

http://www.reddit.com/r/MLPdrawingschool/comments/z3bne/thursday_weekly_lesson_4_basic_pony_shading_and/

 

-CRITICISM- /Giving and Receiving Criticism./

Leave it to MLPdrawingschool to make these!

Common Problems and their Solutions:

http://www.reddit.com/r/MLPdrawingschool/comments/r83fb/

How to Critique. For Critics and Artists Alike. (Critique Level 1)

http://www.reddit.com/r/MLPdrawingschool/comments/p93po/how_to_critique_for_critics_and_artists_alike/

Critique Level 2

http://www.reddit.com/r/MLPdrawingschool/comments/rnpy6/critique_level_2/

Critique Level 3

http://www.reddit.com/r/MLPdrawingschool/comments/s0705/critique_level_3_how_to_take_the_most_from/

Taking Away the Feeling of Aggression from a Critique:

http://www.reddit.com/r/MLPdrawingschool/comments/15olu4/giving_wonderful_critique_without_that_feeling_of/

 

-A GOLDMINE OF SHOW REFERENCE-

http://ponyreference.booru.org/index.php?page=post&s=list

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Oh, and as you guys can see, I'm clearly biased over MLP drawing school. That Subreddit is one of the most helpful ones I've ever seen- it was the only reason I even created an account there. I highly recommend checking it out for more help- they'll critique your artwork if you want 'em to, as well.

 

Alright, this is all I've got so far. If this helped you, please post in the comments below! I'm more than happy to know I helped a fellow brony out.

 

If you have anything to add to the list, please, tell me right away.

 

-RayFriedh

Edited April 5, 2013 by RayFriedh

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I'm glad and thankful that you've taken the time to create this Dave. I was thinking about creating a thread just like this, but now that I found this lovely little topic you've saved me all the work. Not to mention that you've also given me some new sites for me to explore and suggest to other fellow users whom are just beginning, or struggling, in the art of drawing. Indeed, this thread is incredible and it's a shame that not many budding artists have seen this as of yet. 

 

My thanks good sir, I'll be sure to recommend fellow artists to this topic 

Edited May 19, 2013 by Accellerant

[nooneimportantwashere 705]

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[Bucky McGillyCuddy 956]

I was thinking earlier this week that a Drawing Reference thread would be kick ass to have. That way i don't have to venture to the far corners of the web all the time for references. Plus people could post whatever handy things they have all in one place. 

[Sky Warden 2,243]

This thread is marked as useful.

 

Recently I decided to learn how to draw ponies, and found some difficulties (mostly because of my laziness) to find tutorials. Suddenly, this thread. Thank you so much.

[Randomfacts137 61]

I completely agree with you that you need to work at it. I am slowly, but surely, growing to be a better drawer. Your thread, however, will help me speed up this process.