As a cartoonist, my journey through the evolution of drawing has been nothing short of exciting. From the early days of sketching on paper to the seamless world of digital drawing on an tablet, the transformation has been both thrilling and transformative.
When I first started out, pencil and paper were my constant companions. Every line and curve was carefully crafted by hand, and each stroke felt like a labor of love. There was something magical about the tactile sensation of drawing on paper, but it also came with its limitations. Mistakes were permanent, and making revisions often meant starting from scratch.
Then came the dawn of digital technology, and everything changed. I remember getting my first tablet and being blown away by its potential. It took me some time to learn but suddenly, I had access to a whole new world of tools and techniques, allowing me to experiment and iterate with ease. No longer bound by the constraints of physical mediums, I could explore my creativity like never before.
It was when I discovered the tablet that my cartooning truly reached new heights. Equipped with a tablet, graphics editing app, and a screen protector that feels like writing on paper, my tablet became my ultimate canvas, a portal to endless possibilities. The precision of a stylus, combined with the versatility of digital brushes, empowered me to bring my characters to life in ways I had never imagined.
Drawing on an tablet isn’t just about convenience; it’s been a game-changer in terms of flexibility and collaboration. Gone are the days of scanning and digitizing my sketches; now, I can seamlessly transition from concept to completion without ever leaving the digital realm. I can easily undo mistakes, experiment with different styles and effects, and even collaborate with other artists in real-time. And thanks to the power of social media, I can instantly share my work with a global audience, connecting with fans and fellow creators from around the world.
Of course, I’ll always have a soft spot for traditional techniques. There’s something timeless about the feel of pencil on paper and the smell of fresh ink. But for me, the tablet represents the perfect marriage of old-school craftsmanship and cutting-edge technology, a tool that allows me to push the boundaries of my creativity while honoring the rich history of cartooning.
The evolution of drawing cartoons from paper to tablet has been a transformative journey, one that has challenged and inspired me in equal measure. And as technology continues to evolve, I can’t wait to see where the future of cartooning takes us. But, no matter what the future holds, one thing is certain, I’ll always be grateful for the incredible opportunities that digital drawing has afforded me on my artistic journey.
(Tools I use: iPad, Procreate, Apple Pencil)
