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Book cover art showing a wizard in a laboratory

How to go from rough sketch to stunning book cover art in three steps

By Ivan Shavrin, Joe Foley Published

Discover how Marvel and DC artist Ivan Shavrin brings the energy of his initial sketch to his final cover art.

Illustration
Basic 3D models of female characters

How to smooth or harden your 3D models

By Ant Ward Published

Quickly change the way a polygon model looks by adjusting its normals.

3D

How to connect a stylus pen to iPad: Apple Pencil, Logitech Crayon and more

By Ian Dean Last updated

Find out how to connect a stylus pen to iPad, no matter the model.

Digital Art
make your own stylus

Yes, you really can make your own stylus with just 4 household items

By Jo Gulliver Last updated

This ingenious stylus hack changes everything.

Digital Art
An image of someone using a Wacom Pen not working

Wacom pen not working? Here’s how to fix it

By Alison Barretta Last updated

Is your Wacom pen not working right? Try these 5 quick fixes.

Phones & Tablets
Instagram photos

How to download Instagram photos and Reels: a complete guide

By Joe Foley Last updated

Everything you need to know about downloading reels and photos from Instagram to your computer or phone.

Social Media
Rock, Paper, Pencil iPad accessory; a person draws on an ipad with a stylus

How to draw on iPad: everything beginners need to start sketching digitally

By Ian Dean Last updated

Our guide to how to draw on the iPad starts with the basics, from pairing your Pencil to picking the right apps.

Phones & Tablets

How a photo of an insect inspired this surprising retrofuturistic cityscape

By Joe Foley Published

Xie Xufeng’s urban scene adds a touch of whimsy to the monotonous routine of daily commuting.

Digital Art
A 3D model of an F1 car

How to make your models look real with colour

By Mike Griggs Published

Here’s the right way to colour 3D objects.

3D

Combining wildly different influences led to these unique animal-machine creature designs

By Max Froer Published

Max Froer renders a unique beast inspired by Half-Life 2, 80s-style machines and even custom PCs.

Digital Art
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