SamDoesArts

SamDoesArts

@samdoesarts

I'm a digital artist from Toronto! This is where I post all things art related :)

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RATING TIKTOK ART TUTORIALS 24 😭 (I finally crash out)
YouTubeNov 7, 2026
DO YOU HAVE FLAT RENDERING SYNDROME? (and how to fix it)
YouTubeNov 1, 2026
Real Artists are Being Accused of AI Art now..
YouTubeOct 24, 2026
THE BEST WAY TO RENDER SKIN (beginner friendly tutorial!)
YouTubeOct 18, 2026
PLEASE NO HATE
YouTubeOct 13, 2026
RATING TIKTOK TUTORIALS 23 (save me pls)
YouTubeOct 10, 2026
Artist vs Art
YouTubeOct 6, 2026
I TRIED VIRAL REDNOTE ART TUTORIALS (I'm in love)
YouTubeOct 3, 2026
Revealing my art until i'm famous!
YouTubeOct 1, 2026
RATING YOUTUBE SHORTS ART TUTORIALS 11 (this is peak)
YouTubeSep 26, 2026
I Tried Every Way to Go Viral on Art Tiktok
YouTubeSep 19, 2026
SAVING YOUR ART (Realism edition)
YouTubeSep 12, 2026
Realizing you can paint whatever bs you want
YouTubeSep 11, 2026
RATING TIKTOK ART TUTORIALS 22 (I'm losing my mind)
YouTubeSep 5, 2026
How To Colour Faces in Digital Art (the easy way)
YouTubeAug 29, 2026
THE WORST ANIMATION EVER IS BEATING AI
YouTubeAug 22, 2026
RATING YOUR ART GLOW UPS (I'm genuinely scared)
YouTubeAug 15, 2026
SAM DOES MEN 🥀
YouTubeAug 9, 2026
RATING TIKTOK ART TUTORIALS 😭 21
YouTubeAug 9, 2026
I Learn to Draw Faces from TikTok Art Tutorials (with rage)
YouTubeAug 1, 2026
I MADE A PAUSE ART CHALLENGE!
YouTubeJul 25, 2026
I Made My Own Pause Art Challenge! (Go try it!)
YouTubeJul 25, 2026
RATING TIKTOK ART TUTORIALS 😭 20 (I got ragebaited)
YouTubeJul 18, 2026
MY KING HAALAND
YouTubeJul 11, 2026
I Tried the Viral Pinterest Art Challenge (I love it)
YouTubeJul 11, 2026
I Learned to Draw Faces from Tiktok Art Tutorials (I have regrets)
YouTubeJul 4, 2026
Does Disney Have Same Face Syndrome Now?
YouTubeJun 27, 2026
Roasting my Subscribers' WORST ART (with no mercy)
YouTubeJun 20, 2026
I TRIED ANIMATION (and almost died)
YouTubeJun 13, 2026
This portrait needs help..
YouTubeJun 11, 2026
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Embracing the Imperfect: Lessons from Rating 'Worst' Art
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Embracing the Imperfect: Lessons from Rating 'Worst' Art

Even artists we admire have pieces they'd rather forget. Join us as we unpack Sam Yang's honest look back at his 'worst' art, and discover the valuable lessons hidden within those 'mistakes'.

SamDoesArts
SamDoesArts
Rogue Artists
3 min
0 0 013 days ago
Nvidia's DLSS 5: When AI Slop Ruins Your Favorite Characters
Culture
Nvidia's DLSS 5: When AI Slop Ruins Your Favorite Characters

Nvidia's new DLSS 5 rendering model is facing a brutal backlash, and for good reason – it's turning beloved game characters into uncanny, AI-generated shells. Let's dive into the mess and why gamers are rightfully furious.

SamDoesArts
SamDoesArts
Rogue Gamers
3 min
0 0 013 days ago
Twisting Heroes into Villains: A Character Design Deep Dive
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Twisting Heroes into Villains: A Character Design Deep Dive

Ever wondered how to take a beloved hero and turn them into a compelling villain? Sam Yang’s latest tutorial offers a fantastic breakdown of character design principles, with a delightfully mischievous twist.

SamDoesArts
SamDoesArts
Rogue Artists
3 min
0 0 013 days ago
Trust the Process: Painting Portraits Without a Sketch
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Trust the Process: Painting Portraits Without a Sketch

SamDoesArts takes on a brave challenge – painting a portrait without a preliminary sketch. This isn't about avoiding work; it's about embracing the learning journey and trusting your instincts as an artist.

SamDoesArts
SamDoesArts
Rogue Artists
3 min
0 0 013 days ago
When Even Kratos Can't Save 'Em: The God of War Reveal Disaster
Culture
When Even Kratos Can't Save 'Em: The God of War Reveal Disaster

The internet collectively cringed at the recent God of War reveal, and this artist is here to break down why it's so bad – and how they're fixing it. Let's dive into why even a legendary character design can be botched.

SamDoesArts
SamDoesArts
Rogue Gamers
4 min
0 0 013 days ago
The Art of Constraint: Building Stories from Random Words and Color Theory
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The Art of Constraint: Building Stories from Random Words and Color Theory

Need a creative spark? Learn how to use random word generators and classic color theory principles to build rich characters and compositions, all without leaving your sketchbook.

SamDoesArts
SamDoesArts
Rogue Artists
3 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
Beyond the Sketch: Mastering Light and Reflection in Your Fine Art
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Beyond the Sketch: Mastering Light and Reflection in Your Fine Art

Learning how light behaves—how it bounces, reflects, and filters—is the secret ingredient that elevates your painting from good to genuinely believable.

SamDoesArts
SamDoesArts
Rogue Artists
3 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
Beyond the Sketchbook: Mastering Composition Before You Lay Down a Single Brushstroke
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Beyond the Sketchbook: Mastering Composition Before You Lay Down a Single Brushstroke

Stuck in a loop of unfinished sketches? We're diving into the fundamentals of planning—the essential groundwork for any great piece, whether you're working in watercolor or oil paint.

SamDoesArts
SamDoesArts
Rogue Artists
3 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
Mastering the Line: Translating Value and Life from Sketchbook to Canvas
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Mastering the Line: Translating Value and Life from Sketchbook to Canvas

Dive deep into fundamental art principles—from line weight and subsurface scattering to advanced value mapping—all while keeping your hands dirty and your focus on the tangible art process.

SamDoesArts
SamDoesArts
Rogue Artists
4 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
From Heroic Pose to Villainous Line: Mastering Character Composition
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From Heroic Pose to Villainous Line: Mastering Character Composition

Whether you're sketching a landscape or designing a complex character, understanding composition and form is key to bringing your vision to life.

SamDoesArts
SamDoesArts
Rogue Artists
3 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
Beyond the Scroll: Mastering Value and Shading in Traditional Drawing
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Beyond the Scroll: Mastering Value and Shading in Traditional Drawing

Tired of fleeting online art tips? Dive into the fundamentals of hatching, blending, and using midtones to elevate your sketching and painting skills.

SamDoesArts
SamDoesArts
Rogue Artists
3 min
0 0 0about 2 months ago
Beyond the Scroll: Mastering Character Anatomy in Portrait Drawing
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Beyond the Scroll: Mastering Character Anatomy in Portrait Drawing

Inspired by viral art challenges, we break down the fundamentals of figure drawing, focusing on structure, value, and the subtle shifts in anatomy when sketching different genders.

SamDoesArts
SamDoesArts
Rogue Artists
4 min
0 0 02 months ago
Beyond the Scroll: Finding True Reference for Your Art Practice
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Beyond the Scroll: Finding True Reference for Your Art Practice

When the endless feed of AI-generated images feels overwhelming, remember that the best inspiration always comes from real observation and dedicated study.

SamDoesArts
SamDoesArts
Rogue Artists
4 min
0 0 02 months ago
The Unfiltered Critique: Why Mastery Requires Showing Up at the Easel
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The Unfiltered Critique: Why Mastery Requires Showing Up at the Easel

We sift through the latest art trends and critiques to remember that the most beautiful art is always the art you make with your own hands.

SamDoesArts
SamDoesArts
Rogue Artists
4 min
0 0 02 months ago
Beyond the Scroll: Why Your Sketchbook Needs a Real-Life Mentor
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Beyond the Scroll: Why Your Sketchbook Needs a Real-Life Mentor

Online tutorials are great for inspiration, but mastering drawing, figure drawing, and anatomy requires hands-on feedback—the kind you only get in a studio.

SamDoesArts
SamDoesArts
Rogue Artists
3 min
0 0 02 months ago
Beyond the Scroll: How to Turn Good Art Tips into Great Art Practice
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Beyond the Scroll: How to Turn Good Art Tips into Great Art Practice

Tired of quick, superficial art tips? We dive into the fundamentals—from understanding light to mastering anatomy—to help you deepen your hands-on practice.

SamDoesArts
SamDoesArts
Rogue Artists
4 min
0 0 02 months ago
Beyond the Scroll: Real Tips for Improving Your Sketchbook Skills
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Beyond the Scroll: Real Tips for Improving Your Sketchbook Skills

Tired of confusing online art advice? We break down common drawing mistakes, from mastering the ear to achieving perfect symmetry in your portrait sketches.

SamDoesArts
SamDoesArts
Rogue Artists
3 min
0 0 02 months ago
The Art of the Roast: Turning Critique into Core Skill Mastery
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The Art of the Roast: Turning Critique into Core Skill Mastery

Facing harsh critiques can feel brutal, but the best artists know how to turn those 'roasts' into the most invaluable lessons on composition and anatomy.

SamDoesArts
SamDoesArts
Rogue Artists
4 min
0 0 02 months ago
From Concept to Canvas: Mastering Character Design Through Color and Composition
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From Concept to Canvas: Mastering Character Design Through Color and Composition

Whether you're sketching a portrait or painting a fantastical creature, understanding core principles of color, contrast, and composition is the key to bringing your characters to life.

SamDoesArts
SamDoesArts
Rogue Artists
4 min
0 0 02 months ago
Mastering the Fundamentals: Practical Tips for Sketching and Shading
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Mastering the Fundamentals: Practical Tips for Sketching and Shading

We sift through common online art advice to bring you the most actionable tips for improving your drawing, blending, and understanding color theory.

SamDoesArts
SamDoesArts
Rogue Artists
4 min
0 0 02 months ago
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