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Learn Clip Studio Paint: A beginner's guide to creating compelling art in manga, comics, and animation , Fourth Edition

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Learn Clip Studio Paint

Installing Clip Studio Paint Pro and Interface Basics

In this chapter, we’re going to dive right into the thick of it and start getting to know Clip Studio Paint. First, we’ll look at the recommended system specifications for running Clip Studio Paint and how to install the program. We’ll also talk about graphics tablets, their importance, and how to obtain one.

Once we have installed Clip Studio Paint, we’ll get to know the interface. First, we’ll go over the parts of the default interface. Then, we’ll learn how to customize and change the interface to suit our needs, as well as how to select tools, and learn about the various palettes that comprise the Clip Studio Paint interface and their properties.

By the end of this chapter, you will be able to install Clip Studio Paint and identify the different parts of its interface. Although installation and navigation may sound a bit dull, it’s important to know. Once we understand...

System specs, installation, and your serial number

Before installing Clip Studio Paint, we need to ensure that our computer hardware is capable of running the program. Graphics software can be taxing on system resources, so it is important to ensure that your computer is up to the task!

Clip Studio Paint is made for both Windows PCs as well as Mac operating systems; you pay by one-time purchase for a perpetual license. As well as Macs and PCs, it is also available on iPad, iPhone, Galaxy, Android, and Chromebook in monthly and annual usage plans. You can use the free trial version for all hardware mentioned. Once we have ensured that we can run the program on our computer, we can then download and install the software and run it for the first time.

System requirements

To run Clip Studio Paint effectively, our computer must meet certain system requirements. These requirements are slightly different for PCs than for Macs, so please check the system requirements carefully...

About graphics tablets

When working with art software such as Clip Studio Paint, having a graphics tablet makes life a lot easier. So, what is a graphics tablet, and where can you obtain one?

What is a graphics tablet?

A graphics tablet is a computer peripheral that comes with a stylus. It allows you to hold a stylus and draw the way that you would with a pencil or pen on paper. The following diagram on the right illustrates a basic tablet and stylus:

Figure 2.10: A graphics tablet

There are many different types and brands of graphics tablets, all ranging in price from under $100 to over $2,500, so it is easy to find a tablet that is within your budget. I cannot express enough how much easier working in Clip Studio Paint is when you have a tablet!

There are many different factors to consider when shopping for a graphics tablet. Let’s break some of those options down so that you can make a good choice when purchasing your tablet.

What type of tablet...

Taking a look at the default interface

Once you launch Clip Studio Paint, you will be greeted by the default interface. New users often get to the default interface and panic. It can be a bit overwhelming at first, but I promise it’s not so scary! With a little bit of exploration, we can break down the default interface and understand what each section is. In the next section, we’ll even learn how to customize the interface to suit our own needs. But for now, let’s take a look at the default user interface.

The following screenshot shows what you may see when starting up your program for the first time:

Figure 2.11: Screenshot of the default interface

The numbers in the preceding screenshot correlate to the following.

  1. The menu bar is where you will find many of your options, such as creating and saving files, program preferences, viewing preferences, and more.

Figure 2.12: Screenshot of the menu bar

  1. The tool...

Moving, collapsing, and closing palettes

One of my favorite things about Clip Studio Paint is how customizable it is. We can customize not only our tools but also the interface of the program to make it look however we want it to look. This means that we can set up the program palettes and toolbars to give us the most efficient workflow, making our process as streamlined as possible. The process of moving, closing, and rearranging palettes is very easy, so let’s get right to it.

Moving a palette

Let’s start off by moving a palette to a new location in the Clip Studio Paint interface. I’ll be working with the Tool property palette in this example, but this can be done with any palette you choose. Follow these steps to move a palette:

  1. Locate the palette to be moved.
  2. Put the mouse cursor over the name on the tab of the palette. The tab will be highlighted in blue when the mouse cursor is in the correct position.
  3. Hold down the left mouse...

The tool palette and command bar

Now that we’ve explored how to move palettes around, let’s discuss the tool palette and command bar in more detail. Both of these parts of the Clip Studio Paint interface are very important, and you’ll use them often, so let’s get to know them before we start drawing.

The tool palette

The tool palette is found in the default interface down the left-hand side of the program. This is shown in the following screenshot:

The tool palette gives us access to the various drawing and editing tools in Clip Studio Paint. The tools are separated into categories, designated by the horizontal lines going across the tool palette, and are divided into thirds.

In the top third of the tool palette are the selection and editing tools. From top to bottom, they are listed in the following order with the corresponding shortcut keys in brackets:

The very bottom of the tool palette shows the current foreground and background...

Summary

In this chapter, you learned how to obtain Clip Studio Paint and install it. You are now familiar with the default interface, can move, close, and temporarily collapse menus and palettes, and know how to reorder tools in the tool palette. We also took a closer look at the command bar in the main menu and the selection launcher.

In the next chapter, we are going to take a look at the program’s preferences before we get into our actual drawings. They are very helpful for creating a comfortable art studio for you to work in, by decluttering and placing frequently used tools closer to you. Let’s build a unique environment for your creation! Read on to learn more.

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Key benefits

  • An illustrated guide by an award-winning artist for creating manga art and comic books digitally
  • Explore essential drawing, inking, and coloring techniques to create captivating characters and stories that pop off the page
  • Take your first steps into animation with Clip Studio Paint to add movement to your artwork

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Ever dreamed of creating your own manga art or comic books? Learn Clip Studio Paint, Fourth Edition is your roadmap to becoming a digital artist! This beginner-friendly guide takes you on a step-by-step journey of digital illustration. You’ll get to grips with one of the essential features of digital illustration, layering, as you go through the process of penciling and inking your art. If you’re interested in creating a webtoon graphic novel or web comic, you’ll be happy to learn about comic-making essentials such as panels, sound effects, and speech bubbles In this edition, you’ll learn artistic techniques alongside Clip Studio Paint features, including a new focus on how to bring your artwork to life with proportions and perspective. You’ll learn how to draw characters with various brushes and brush customizations, as well as exploring coloring methods and rulers to make your stories pop. The edition also dives into exciting new features like using 3D models to draw poses and the basics of creating animations Packed with clear instructions and illustrated examples, this book is your one-stop shop for learning Clip Studio Paint. If you dream of creating your own manga art or comics, this guide equips you with skills to achieve your goals!

Who is this book for?

If you're just starting out as a digital artist or want to switch to Clip Studio Paint from a different graphics software package, then this book is for you. While this book is designed for those with no prior knowledge of digital art, intermediate-level users looking to explore the unique features of Clip Studio Paint will also find this book useful.

What you will learn

  • Organize layers to make your artwork easy to edit
  • Customize tools and brushes to draw compelling characters
  • Implement inking and coloring techniques in your art
  • Craft engaging comic panel layouts
  • Employ layer masks and screentones for professional results
  • Use 3D models to learn poses for your characters
  • Explore animation basics to bring your artwork to life
  • Leverage Clip Studio Paint's vast library of assets
  • Export your creations for various platforms, including print and web
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Table of Contents

21 Chapters
Image Gallery of Manga and Illustrations Created by Clip Studio Paint Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Installing Clip Studio Paint Pro and Interface Basics Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Penciling: Layer and Layer Property Palettes Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Introducing Clip Studio Paint Brushes Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Pages and Panels to Shape Manga Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Erasers, Selections, and the Sub View Palette Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Using Text and Balloon Tools Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Getting Started with Inking Tools Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Material Palette and Inking Special Effects Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Exploring Vector Layers Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Creating Your Own Sound Effects Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Making Layer Masks and Screentones Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
All About Rulers Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Using 3D Figures and Objects Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Color Palette Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Using Clip Studio Paint to Color Your Manga Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Auto Actions and Your Workflow Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Exploring Clip Studio Assets and Animations Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Exporting, Printing, and Uploading Your Manga Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
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Index Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
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