TIPS AND TRICKS FOR ROUGH SKETCH by lack

Illustrator lack, known for character design in numerous games, reveals how he refines rough sketches to draw faster.

With the motto “80% is decided in the rough stage,” this book covers both fundamentals and unique techniques—how he paints, what he focuses on in rough drafts, and how he uses CLIP STUDIO PAINT to save time.

● Packed with lack’s illustration secrets

* Learn the basics of lack-style grisaille technique using CLIP STUDIO PAINT.
* Discover techniques for composing layouts and poses with rough drafts.
* Understand the basics of lighting and how to determine lighting using monochrome roughs.
* Learn how to approach color schemes and apply color to roughs using gradient maps.
* Explore patterns and effective use of visual effects.
* Includes many practical examples featuring commercial illustrations and fan art.

● Bonuses

* Cover illustration making video: a time-lapse from rough to final version
* CLIP data of the cover illustration: includes final layered CLIP file
* Basic grisaille technique sample video & CLIP data: drawing a cube as a fundamental exercise
* Sample gradient maps: includes gradient maps for coloring skies

Chapter 0 Basic Drawing Techniques by lack
Chapter 1 How to Think About Composition and Poses
Chapter 2 Lighting Basics and Application
Chapter 3 How to Decide Color Schemes and Paint Base Colors
Chapter 4 How to Use Effects with Examples
Chapter 5 Cover Illustration Making-of