I imagine you've already received an ask like this, but...would you happen to have any anatomy tips? The way you draw the human body is just 👌 *chef's kiss*
I am so sorry about the late reply! I sometimes forget i own Tumblr lol. However, thank you so much!
I could spend the following 40 minutes talking and writing and giving advice about anatomy, even if I too stll have a LOT to learn and practice, I actually never studied it professionally, mostly just on my own, through tries and tries and tries. It starts from the fascination with the human body, the way it moves, the way skin wraps around muscles and bones and creates lights and shadows and how it conveys dynamics effortlessly when moving. My advice, is to always look for the beauty of it: go on Pinterest (which is your best friend as an artist) and look through anatomy and poses references images, pick the ones that attract your eyes the most and STUDY why it attracts you.
Look at the body you are seeing, then visualize the major masses in it, the volumes it has, the head, the torso, the legs - I’m finding out more and more myself that it all revolves around volumes, curves, perspective. Idk if you’ve ever had the chance to.... sculpture anything, with clay or even digitally (Blender, ZBrush etc), but that helps a lot to understand volumes and it will reflect on your bidimensional art too. Draw like you are sculting something, skillfully crafting something out of a flat surface.
Take the picture of your choosing and try to recreate it with simpler masses and volumes, just dynamic lines on paper. Start studying the muscles of an arm, or a leg, or abs. Then, everything will gradually become more natural and the pose will be clear in your mind eye. But Art is growth, and growth takes time. And lots of dedication, and love. Like a pet. Or a baby.
Beside all this, I have a huge collection of references I use almost any time I draw, even if I’m not copying it - if I have to draw an arm in a certain position, sometimes it’s enough to look at the picture of another arm EVEN if the pose is completely different. Your mind will still recognize the volume of it you need to recreate. I’d share all of it but wouldn’t ve fair to the artists I don’t even remember the name of anymore.
Personally, the anatomy references that have been useful to me the most through the years are some of the ref sheets created by Jinx-Star on Deviantart! Hope they can be useful to some of you, too.
every single one of you reblogging this are going to hell
“with love.. Edmund Kelly Chicane”
With the latest episode… I had to draw something, I had to draw that scene. I know so many have. But This is mine. It’s.. hard to express the bravery Ned pulled. And as many times as he has ran away, it doesn’t matter. He didn’t run away this time.
If you check his bio, they changed his Class from.. The Crooked to The Brave. Because that is what he is.. he is brave.
i have never understood or played magic the gathering, but i have nothing but respect for it after seeing this tittieless snake woman
you could have gone the easy route. you could have given her titties. but you didn’t. cause she’s a reptile. thank you mtg. thank you.
All of my bnha ships (for now) (ノ◕ヮ◕)ノ*:・゚✧
God okay so I’m going to say this now; PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE do not risk your health or anyone’s in the form of getting a “cheap” binder of ebay or where ever. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE save your $4-$10 dollars for those cheap ebay ones and put it towards a gc2b binder. Or if you want an Underworks go for that but I highly suggest gc2b. They’re about $40 (with shipping) and will last you WAY longer than any cheap ebay one. They are MEANT for lasting you. I wash mine many times week, wear it daily, Wear them daily. I have two. Had them for almost a year now. But I cannot urge you enough to PLEASE save up your pennies for a PROPER SAFE binder. Binders you can breathe in, binders you can move in, binders that don’t crush your ribs, binders that are comfortable, binders that are safe.
This isn’t a safe binder:
It uses clasps and not compression.
This is a c2b binder; made by trans people for trans people:
These binders have no clasps but uses spandex to compress you safety.
Measure your chest before ordering to make sure you don’t get one too small or too large.
UPDATE (06/12)
I wanted to add more information on where you can buy binders and info in general about binders
@gc2b-apparel (OPs #1 Recommendation)
@shapeshiftersinc
http://www.f2mbinders.com/ (AKA underworks)
http://www.t-kingdom.com/
http://www.lesloveboat.com/shop/index.php?language=en
http://www.danae.info/en/?___from_store=nl
http://showcase.designveronique.com/designveronique/shop/postsurgical/men-1.html
http://en.nabeshirt.com/shop/
If you can’t afford a binder, don’t despair! Used binders are often passed on by post-op trans men or those whose binders may no longer fit. There are a few programs available that help distribute donated second-hand binders:
In A Bind – Started in 2012, to date In a Bind has provided safe compression garments to over 1500 youth in need. Trans* masculine and genderqueer youth living anywhere in the USA can apply to receive a free binder. In a Bind depends on donations. Recently had top surgery? Go up or down a size? Find a style that works better for you? Donate those binders you’re no longer using!
Black Trans Advocacy FTM Binder Grant
MORF Binder Exchange – Since February 2011, MORF has been providing free binders to trans* masculine people in the UK and around the world. The free scheme (all you pay is the postage) has so far redistributed hundreds of binders. In 2014 alone, over 280 binders were sent out.
FTME Free Youth Binder Program – Age 24 and under only; USA only.
Replace the Ace – USA only
Big Brothers Used Binder Program – Donation required
Mazzoni Center’s Binder Recycling Program – Only for youth enrolled in P.A.C.T.S., Philadelphia.
Point 5cc Tshirt Company – Free binder with purchase of t-shirt
Come As You Are’s Binder Bucks Recycling Program – Canada only
Qmunity Binder Exchange – BC, Canada only.
Trans Fellas
Northern Ireland Binder Scheme – Age 25 and under, N. Ireland only.
You can also try asking around for an inexpensive hand-me-down binder on one of themailing lists for trans guys or check out LiveJournal’s FTM Garage Sale and the FtM Sales, Swap, and Support group on Facebook.
If you still remember your old bra size, you can find out your binder size by using theBra to Chest Size Converter Tool. If you don’t know your old bra size, you can measure yourself the old-fashioned way:
Take a snug measurement of the fullest part of your chest using a tape measure (best if measured while clothed) and write that number down onto a sheet of paper.
Measure underneath your chest where the crease is and write that number down as well.
Add those numbers together and divide the sum by 2. This number will differentiate your size not only from brand to brand but from binder to binder as well.
Selecting a binder brand and style can be difficult: there are so many options that it can be overwhelming! Plus, there aren’t very many reviews of binders other than those about Underworks’ and T-Kingdom’s more popular models. After buying your binder, help make the experience easier for guys in the future by contributing your review to one of the review sites listed below.
Essentially, there are two types of binders: short ones and long ones. The short ones end right at your waist. The down side of these is that if you carry some extra weight, short binders tend to roll up and act more like a bra. The long ones can be pulled down past your waist by several inches, however it’s inevitable that it will still roll up. To reduce the chances of this, wear a belt. Choosing between a short and long binder has more to do with your body type, specifically your abdomen, and not your chest size.
Lastly, consider the location of the company you’re buying from. Buying from a company that’s closer to you can save you a significant amount of money on shipping costs.
It might seem silly, but you’re probably going to need some help figuring out how to put on your new binder, particularly if you purchased one of the longer styles.
Put your binder inside out and upside down.
Step into your binder and pull the bottom of it up, ideally to your belt line. The binder should still be inside out and upside down.
Use the sleeves as handles to pull the top of the binder (the end closer to your feet) up to your shoulders.
Put your arms through the sleeve holes and adjust your chest to your needs. You may need to pull the bottom of the binder out from underneath itself if you don’t want it folded under. For others, leaving it folded under may help stop the binder from rolling up.
Don’t be disappointed if you look in the mirror and it looks like you have one big boob in the middle of your chest. You just need to adjust your chest. Reach in from the neck hole and push your chesticles down and out. You’re basically pushing your nipple toward your armpit to achieve the flattest looking chest possible.
Very important: When binding, you should not by any means feel as though you can’t breathe or like you’re going to pass out from a lack of oxygen.
Binders aren’t the most comfortable things in the world. To make binding more comfortable, and to reduce the possibility of the binder moving around a bit, some guys wear a light shirt underneath.
Depending on the size of your chest, you may need to layer clothing on top of the binder to get optimal chest flattening. You’ll find that some of the shirts in your closet require you to layer more than shirts in your wardrobe.
You can swim in your binder. Just wear a sleeveless or sleeved T-shirt over it. Don’t worry if your binder seems less effective after a swim, this isn’t permanent. Simply wash it and it will go back to normal.
Your chest will look bigger than it really is when you look down at it. Check in the mirror for a more accurate side view.
Not all binders breathe well, and the reality is that you’re probably going to get hot. If you’ve already started testosterone, you’re definitely going to sweat. The build up of sweat can irritate your skin causing rashes and sores. Wearing a thin cotton shirt that breathes well underneath your binder may help prevent this. If you find this uncomfortable, try applying corn starch to your body before putting on your binder to help keep it from holding in moisture. If you’ve already experienced skin irritation of some sort, take care of it the same way you would an open wound. Washing the irritated area with anti-bacterial soap will keep it clean and help it heal faster.
Chest binding, as cumbersome as it may seem, can be very freeing for transgender men. There’s a plethora of quality FTM chest binding products available for body types of all shapes and sizes. Regardless of what you use for binding, please remember to put your health first. Now that you’re armed with all the information you need to find the right binder for you, go forth and feel more comfortable in your skin!
FTM Chest Binder Reviews
Chest Binder Reviews Site: Written reviews of various chest binding products. Binders are rated for effectiveness, comfort, and discreetness.
Binder Reviews’ YouTube Collab Channel: This is a collab channel dedicated to providing reviews of a wide variety of chest binders on different sizes and shapes of people.
(Note: These sites are no longer updated.)
More FTM Chest Binding Resources
Binding Safely for Your Body: Tips for All Body Types and Sizes
The 6 Best Tips for Binding in the Summer
Hudson’s Guide to FTM Binding: Includes a complete list of other products you can use for chest binding, such as compression garments and sports bras.
FYI Binding Tips: The Butchelor has some useful tips on how to put on a binder, how to keep it from rolling up, and how to wash a binder.
Do you have any tips about binding? Want to share your experience with a particular binder brand or model? Do you know of other binder manufacturers, particularly those outside of Asia and the US? Please leave your comments below.
Last updated: 05/20/16 (x)
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sharks and bears and ethans, oh my!
some day ill be able to post this on thursday
Please make this go viral.
It is so important I don’t even care if you delete what I write here, just help it be seen.
Their daring, nerve, and chivalry set Gryffindors apart.
Just taking attendance!
Slytherin click here
Ravenclaw x
Hufflepuff x
Multiple houses x
All houses x
And here we meet at a crossroads. Three ways to leave but nowhere to go.
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