The biggest mistake beginners make is collecting only "standing straight, arms at sides" photos. These are nearly useless for narrative art.

Tracing a reference photo produces stiff, soulless line art. Instead of tracing, use the photo to measure proportions (head-to-body ratio, limb lengths) and then redraw the pose using gestural lines.

Add or “life drawing” to avoid fashion photography.

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The biggest mistake beginners make is collecting only "standing straight, arms at sides" photos. These are nearly useless for narrative art.

Tracing a reference photo produces stiff, soulless line art. Instead of tracing, use the photo to measure proportions (head-to-body ratio, limb lengths) and then redraw the pose using gestural lines.

Add or “life drawing” to avoid fashion photography.