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5 Ways to Create More Interesting Illustrations with Patterns in Clip Studio Paint

5 Ways to Create More Interesting Illustrations with Patterns in Clip Studio Paint

Adding patterns to your retro-style illustrations is an effective and easy way to make your work more visually interesting. Following along with the RetroSupply Co. crew as we outline 5 ways to use pattern textures for more eye-catching and impressive illustrations.

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4 Ways to Create More Interesting Illustrations with Patterns in Photoshop

4 Ways to Create More Interesting Illustrations with Patterns in Photoshop

Adding patterns to your retro-style illustrations is an effective and easy way to make your work more visually interesting. Following along with the RetroSupply Co. crew as we outline 4 ways to use pattern textures for more eye-catching and impressive illustrations.

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6 Ways to Create More Interesting Illustrations with Patterns in Procreate

6 Ways to Create More Interesting Illustrations with Patterns in Procreate

Adding patterns to your retro-style illustrations is an effective and easy way to make your work more visually interesting. Following along with the RetroSupply Co. crew as we outline 6 ways to use pattern textures for more eye-catching and impressive illustrations.

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5 Must-Know Tips for Using Patterns in Adobe Illustrator

5 Must-Know Tips for Using Patterns in Adobe Illustrator

Want to add more visual interest to your illustrations? Check out these tips for using patterns in Adobe Illustrator. Includes methods for applying patterns, resizing patterns, and changing pattern colors.

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How to Install Procreate Brushes on Your Mac, PC, and iPad

How to Install Procreate Brushes on Your Mac, PC, and iPad

There are multiple ways to install Procreate brushes, whether using a Mac, Windows PC, or iPad. The RetroSupply Co. Team has laid out the fastest and most efficient methods for installing your new brushes, no matter your devices. Follow along and get creative!

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Comic History: Texture and Print

Comic History: Texture and Print

Learn how to create retro-style artwork with this in-depth series. Discover the secrets behind making authentic retro artwork using concepts inspired by traditional techniques, tools, and media. In part three of this series, we’ll explore texture, including the impact of ink, paper, aging, and the environment artwork lives in.

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Comic History: Color and Print

Comic History: Color and Print

Learn how to simulate retro artwork in this three-part series dedicated to the history of printing methods and how to recreate them digitally. In part two of the series, we’ll explore the history of color in printing including lithography, four-color printing, and more.

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Comic History: Linework and Print

Comic History: Linework and Print

Learn the secrets of simulating vintage artwork in this three-part series. These articles are a must-read for digital artists, illustrators, comic book creators, and print designers looking to bring retro touches to their work.

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DupliTone: Clip Studio Paint Brush Demo

DupliTone: Clip Studio Paint Brush Demo

Take a look at our best-selling halftone swatch set DupliTone in this quick Clip Studio Paint brush demonstration. We'll show you how to use DupliTone to color this quirky cat illustration in multiple colors, using our dot and line halftone swatches.

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How to Use Paper Textures in Clip Studio Paint

How to Use Paper Textures in Clip Studio Paint

Paper textures are a fast and easy way to bring authenticity and warmth to your digital art. If you haven't used them with your work, you might be scratching your head on what to do. We're here to help! Follow our step-by-step guide on using paper textures in Clip Studio Paint and the ColorLab Comic Color halftone kit.

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How to Resize Halftones in Clip Studio Paint

How to Resize Halftones in Clip Studio Paint

Halftones are a powerful tool in any retro artist's arsenal. But one size definitely doesn't fit all, and it doesn't have to! Learn how to get halftone brushes as unique as you are with this step-by-step how-to guide. We'll show you how to resize your halftone brushes in Clip Studio Paint.

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How to Use Halftone Brushes in Clip Studio Paint

How to Use Halftone Brushes in Clip Studio Paint

New to Clip Studio Paint, halftone brushes, or both? No need to worry. We're here to help! Watch or read our easy step-by-step guide on using halftone brushes in Clip Studio Paint. We'll be using the ColorLab Color Comic Kit to demonstrate. Follow along and get creating in no time!

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How to Get Registration Error

How to Get Registration Error

A natural quirk of traditional printmaking is registration error. When one layer of color is off-register compared to the other layers. Modern printers and digital art lack this quirk unless you do it on purpose. That's where we come in. In these easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions, we'll show you how to create registration errors in your digital artwork.

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How to Create Print Distress

How to Create Print Distress

Weatherization, age, and handling can affect the look of traditional prints. This causes a natural distressing that is missing in digital artwork. In this easy, step-by-step set of instructions we'll show you how to achieve this touch of authenticity to your work.

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How to Make a Lo-Fi Two Color Illustration with DupliTone

How to Make a Lo-Fi Two Color Illustration with DupliTone

Follow along with artist Robin Banks as they show how to create a retro-inspired two-color illustration using DupliTone Halftone Brushes for Procreate. Watch or read this easy step-by-step tutorial and get creating in no time!

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Deep Cuts Procreate Brush Demo

Deep Cuts Procreate Brush Demo

Deep Cuts engraving brushes are an exciting reimagining of classic printmaking marks and techniques for the digital era. In this short video demo, the Retrosupply team showcases various brushes in the pack in a groovy, Rock and Roll themed illustration.

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Deep Cuts Illustrator Brush Demo

Deep Cuts Illustrator Brush Demo

Deep Cuts engraving brushes are an exciting reimagining of classic printmaking marks and techniques for the digital era. In this short video demo, the Retrosupply team showcases various brushes in the pack in an ice-cool, cocktail-themed illustration.

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Deep Cuts Photoshop Brush Demo

Deep Cuts Photoshop Brush Demo

Deep Cuts engraving brushes are an exciting reimagining of classic printmaking marks and techniques for the digital era. In this short video demo, the Retrosupply team showcases various brushes in the pack in a Rock and Roll-themed illustration.

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