The

       Basics

      Learn the basics of color coordination

      Coordinating colors is another way to set your illustrations

       apart. Play with different combinations until you’ve found the

       right look.

      Main color

      Characteristics etc

      Color 1

      Color 1 + color 2

      Color 1 + color 2 +

       color 3

      Easy to use as the main line in a

       drawing. Creates a chic impression

       when applied as color.

      Use for a low-key look. Goes with

       any other color.

      Makes for a stylish look. Even used

       alone, it creates a strong impression.

      A color with a neat, clean feel.

       Stands out even when used alone.

      Fresh and cool. Use with cool tones to

       create a stronger impression.

      A natural color that stands out even

       when used on its own.

      A color that works for people of all

       ages. It is not as strong as green and

       makes for a softer look.

      Doesn’t stand out as much as other

       colors. Use when adding just a touch

       of color.

      A color that works for people of all

       ages. A go-to when you’re not sure

       what color to use.

      Tends to make a feminine impression.

       Creates a pop-art vibe.

      Bright and warm, it works surprisingly

       well with any other color.

      Elegant and enchanting, this is quite a

       difficult color to combine with others

       but looks stylish when it works.

      Easy to use as the main line in a

       drawing. Makes a softer impression

       than black.

      * These are my impressions of these colors as they appear in ballpoint pen. Please use them simply as a reference.

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      Copying

      When you find

       an illustration

       you like

      it’s the perfect

       opportunity

       to copy it.

      Copy the good parts,

       the parts you like

       as much as

       you can!

      Tips

      Look carefully

      Don’t overthink things

      Have confidence

      View it from

       various angles

      Observe the object

       so that in your

       head, you can

       rotate it around

       completely

      Don’t worry that the

       drawing doesn’t look

       like the object or that

       things are sticking out

       in the wrong places!

      What

       you

       draw is

       right!

      Really?

      That’s

       so cute!

      Your drawing is a lot

       better than you think

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