Clip Studio Paint Pro Manga Tutorial

When it comes to creating a webtoon, one of the most important things to remember is that working on a longer canvas can help prevent confusion and disorientation when tackling specific scenes. This is because webtoons are digital comics that are often consumed on mobile devices.

As someone who creates webtoons as a hobby, I'm excited to share my experiences and tips with you in this tutorial. Please note that I'm not a professional artist, but rather an enthusiast who has learned through trial and error. In this tutorial, I'll focus on the technical aspects of creating a webtoon, such as the tools and assets used, how to blend 3D models with 2D illustrations, and more.

All the tools and assets used in this tutorial are free and can be found at the CLIP STUDIO ASSETS store. One of the key steps in creating a webtoon is to develop silhouettes using simple black shapes. These silhouettes can be easily duplicated or modified using digital art apps like Photoshop or Clip Studio Paint.

Once the shape is determined, details and objects are added to create a more detailed and engaging illustration. The silhouettes of buildings and characters will come in handy later as placeholders. Thumbnails do not start as line drawings, but rather small monochromatic sketches that can quickly give shape to many ideas.

The key is to keep it concise and within a maximum of 10-15 sheets without spending too much time on it. Once your reference materials are gathered, thumbnails are drawn once a rough idea is established. These reference materials will be used as inspiration for the atmosphere of buildings, props, surrounding scenery, and hues.

Gathering reference materials is crucial in defining the final product, and they can include things like images, textures, and even videos. This information will be shared with the director or creative director to ensure that the concept art meets their requirements.

For films or video games, the art director or creative director will brief the concept artist about the project's specifications and commission concept art. Concept art is not the finished product but rather the base upon which the design and worldview are created. In this tutorial, I'll show you the basics of creating a webtoon and what you need to know to get started.

Let's begin our journey and explore how to create an engaging and visually appealing webtoon using Clip Studio Paint Pro!

Clip studio paint pro manga tutorial