My Drawings Were chopped as heck🥲😭

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... Read moreAs an artist who frequently creates digital drawings, I've often faced the frustrating issue of my artwork being chopped or cropped unexpectedly, especially when sharing online or uploading to different platforms. This typically happens because of mismatched canvas sizes or improper export settings. From my experience, here are some tips that have helped me maintain the integrity of my drawings: 1. **Check Canvas and Export Dimensions:** Always ensure your canvas size matches the recommended resolution of the platform where you intend to post your work. Export your art using the original canvas size or adjust it while maintaining aspect ratio. 2. **Use Safe Margins:** When creating characters or key elements, keep them within a safe margin from the edges. This way, even if some cropping occurs, critical parts won't be cut off. 3. **File Formats Matter:** Export your drawings in high-quality formats such as PNG or TIFF instead of compressed JPGs to preserve details. 4. **Preview Before Posting:** Many platforms have preview options—use them to catch any cropping issues and adjust the artwork accordingly. 5. **Naming and Organizing Work:** Inspired by the OCR contents mentioning works like "SPRUNKI DRAWINGS" and character names, I recommend labeling files clearly and organizing them to quickly identify different versions. In my recent pieces featuring original characters like Geni Crying and scenes like Boys Day Out, I made sure to apply these methods. This not only avoided chopping but also enhanced the presentation quality. If you’re struggling with your drawings being chopped, try these simple yet effective practices to maintain your art’s quality and impact.

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tbh I suggest you practice drawing anatomy and shading/lighting ! I think it would make your art so much cuter than it already is.

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