How to Learn Manga Drawing: A Beginner’s Guide for Kids & Teens
A Beginner’s Guide to Manga Drawing Almost everyone who loves anime or manga has, at some point, picked up a pencil and tried to draw a favourite character. Most run into the same wall: it’s harder than it looks. The characters in professional manga aren’t drawn the way they appear — they’re the […]
How to Build an Art Portfolio for OCAD, Sheridan & Ontario Art Schools
Every year, thousands of Ontario students apply to art and design programs at OCAD University, Sheridan College, and universities across the province. And every year, a significant number fall short — not because they lacked talent, but because they didn’t know what “a strong portfolio” actually means. This guide is for students (and parents) […]
What Is Gouache Painting — And Why It’s Perfect for Illustration
If you’ve spent any time in art supply stores, you’ve probably walked past gouache without giving it much thought. It sits quietly between the watercolours and the acrylics, rarely with its own dedicated shelf, often without much explanation. That’s a shame. Because gouache is one of the most expressive, versatile, and frankly enjoyable painting […]