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  • Texture and Depth in Horror Art

Understanding Surface Textures in Shading

26 January 20261 September 2026 Jen from Dreaded Designs No Comments on Understanding Surface Textures in Shading

Every object around you has a surface. Some are smooth, some are rough, some are soft, and some are cracked,…

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Why Texture and Depth Matter in Horror Art

25 January 20261 September 2026 Jen from Dreaded Designs No Comments on Why Texture and Depth Matter in Horror Art

Shading isn’t just about making things darker. If it were, we could all aggressively scribble across the page and call…

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  • Drawing Simple Horror Characters

Haunted Doll Drawing Tutorial: A Beginner-Friendly Step-by-Step Guide

15 January 20261 September 2026 Jen from Dreaded Designs No Comments on Haunted Doll Drawing Tutorial: A Beginner-Friendly Step-by-Step Guide

Want to draw a haunted doll that’s equal parts adorable and unsettling? This beginner-friendly tutorial breaks everything down into simple…

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Simple Guidelines for Horror Characters (Beginner)

17 December 20251 September 2026 Jen from Dreaded Designs No Comments on Simple Guidelines for Horror Characters (Beginner)

Getting started with horror characters can feel strangely frustrating at first. You know roughly what you want to draw, but…

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Basic Shapes for Drawing Horror Art (Beginner Guide)

16 December 20251 September 2026 Jen from Dreaded Designs No Comments on Basic Shapes for Drawing Horror Art (Beginner Guide)

If you’ve ever looked at your drawing and thought, “This looks nothing like what I imagined,” you’re not alone. Most…

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The Only Horror Drawing Supplies Beginners Actually Need

16 December 20251 September 2026 Jen from Dreaded Designs No Comments on The Only Horror Drawing Supplies Beginners Actually Need

You Need Less Than You Think Starting horror drawing can feel intimidating before you’ve even made your first mark, especially…

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  • Drawing Simple Horror Characters

Creepy Pumpkin Drawing Tutorial for Beginners

16 December 202525 June 2026 Jen from Dreaded Designs No Comments on Creepy Pumpkin Drawing Tutorial for Beginners

Skill Level:Perfect for beginners or anyone new to drawing simple spooky characters. Medium:Graphite pencil on paper. Before we begin, here’s…

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Coloured Pencils for Horror Art: Turning Sweet Tools into Nightmare Fuel

5 November 20251 September 2026 Jen from Dreaded Designs No Comments on Coloured Pencils for Horror Art: Turning Sweet Tools into Nightmare Fuel

Coloured pencils look innocent – like they’re meant for sunshine, butterflies, and children drawing “Mum” with giant stick arms. But…

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  • Shading Techniques

Layering Pencil Shading for Smooth Gradients (and Creepy Realism)

12 October 20251 September 2026 Jen from Dreaded Designs No Comments on Layering Pencil Shading for Smooth Gradients (and Creepy Realism)

Layering is one of the most important skills in pencil shading. It transforms flat sketches into smoother, deeper, more atmospheric…

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  • Shading Techniques

Mastering Pencil Pressure and Grades for Creepy Drawings

12 October 20251 September 2026 Jen from Dreaded Designs No Comments on Mastering Pencil Pressure and Grades for Creepy Drawings

Learn how to control your tones, understand your pencils, and give your horror art the shading depth it deserves. Ever…

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