A look into my sketchbook 😁🤗✨🌙

Monsters are a huge inspiration for me. There’s no perfect monsters and it’s extremely freeing to draw them.

I’ve always been drawn to creepy and disturbing subjects and this spread is definitely a look into my drawing preferences.

Do you guys like monsters?

#monsterdrawing #monsters #sketch #sketchbook #sketchbooktour

2024/12/19 Edited to

... Read moreYou know that feeling when you just need to put pen to paper and let your imagination run wild? For me, that's where monsters come in! I wholeheartedly agree with the original post – there's something incredibly liberating about sketching creatures that break all the rules. No need for perfect anatomy or realistic proportions; you can just *create*. If you're like me and find yourself drawn to the creepy and disturbing, or just need a creative outlet, starting a monster sketchbook is an amazing journey. I've found that it helps quiet the "overthinking drawing mind full of thoughts" because there's no right or wrong. You can experiment with anything from subtle unsettling features to full-blown grotesque monster designs. Wondering how to get started with your own monster/creature drawing adventure? Here are a few things that have helped me fill my pages: Embrace the Imperfect: Forget about making it a 'realistic monster drawing' right away. Start with basic shapes and let them evolve. Sometimes, the most interesting monsters come from accidental smudges or misshapen lines. Don't be afraid to just doodle and see what emerges. Find Your Inspiration: Look beyond traditional monsters. I love taking everyday objects or even abstract concepts and twisting them. What if a shadow had eyes? What if a tree root suddenly came to life with gnashing teeth? Observe nature – insects, deep-sea creatures, even peculiar rock formations can spark an idea for a multi-eyed blob or a gaunt, long-limbed figure. The OCR in my own sketchbook showed how I mixed mundane items with unsettling figures, which really highlights this approach. Play with Features: Think about what makes something scary or disturbing to *you*. Is it the eyes? The teeth? The overall form? Try exaggerating features like horned heads, adding extra limbs, or experimenting with textures. What if a creature had skin like bark, or scales like ancient armor? Sometimes focusing on a single disturbing element, like a dismembered torso or a winged eyeball, can be enough to create a truly chilling effect. Storytelling in Design (Concept Art): Even if it's just a quick sketch, think about the monster's story. Where does it live? What does it eat? This can inform its design. A creature from a dark, cramped cave might be slender and blind, while a swamp monster could be bulky and covered in algae. This helps move beyond just 'drawing a monster' to 'draw a monster, why is it a monster?' Don't Overthink It (Seriously!): Sometimes when I'm stuck, I just open my sketchbook to a random page and start with a line. Or I'll look at "random thing to draw" lists online, but then immediately twist it into something monstrous. It’s about having fun monsters to draw, not about perfection! Just let your hand move. My sketchbook is a refuge for these thoughts, a place where creepy creature drawing isn't just art, but a form of creative therapy. I hope this gives you some inspiration to grab your pen and start sketching monsters of your own!

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Amelia

I love monsters. Amazing sketches 😍

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crazy art lady

You draw so good I'm speechless and jealous in a nice way🤣 this is the best I personally say in my book

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