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Fri, Nov 28, 25
Healthy Sleep Habits for Artists
CSP Tips, FeaturedIn this article we will cover the following topics:
Why Sleep is Important for Artists
Exercise and Stretch
Don’t Work in Bed
Have a Consistent Routine
Journal or Brain Dump Before Bed
Talk to Your Doctor
Let’s talk about sleep!
Fri, Nov 21, 25
How to Add Awesome Backlight to Your Illustrations
CSP Tips, FeaturedIn this article we will cover the following topics:
Setting Up the Background
Adding Backlight to the Characters
Fri, Nov 14, 25
Coloring an Image with Gradient Maps
CSP Tips, FeaturedIn this article we will cover the following topics:
Using Gradient Maps
Adding a Custom Gradient to a SetLet's go!
Thu, Nov 6, 25
Using Layer Effects and Filters for Finishing Touches
CSP Tips, FeaturedIn this article we will cover the following topics:
Color Overlay
Adding Depth and Motion Blur
Tone Curve and Chromatic Aberration
Let’s add some finishing touches to our illustration!
Fri, Oct 31, 25
Drawing Anthro Characters
CSP Tips, FeaturedIn this article we will cover the following topics:
Getting Ideas for Design
Tips for Designing Anthro Characters
Let’s start drawing!
Thu, Oct 23, 25
Understanding Most Common Layer Types
CSP Tips, FeaturedIn this article we will cover the following topics:
Raster and Vector Layers
Object Layers
Reference Layers
Adjustment Layers