Making Manga in Clip Studio Paint: Working with Photos as Backgrounds

As artists, we often draw inspiration from various sources, including photographs. However, it's essential to remember that photos are works of art too and subject to copyright. When using photos as backgrounds for your manga or illustrations, always respect your fellow artists by asking permission before using them or checking the terms of use if purchasing from a stock image site.

In this article, we'll explore the process of converting a photo into a line and tone manga background image using Clip Studio Paint. Before we get started, it's crucial to choose a good photograph to work from. A clear, well-lit photo will produce the best results, but don't worry if your image isn't perfect – we'll cover some cleanup techniques in the next section.

Practicing drawing backgrounds is an excellent way to round out your artistic skills, and using photographs as references can be a great way to improve your work. However, sometimes you may find yourself on a deadline or wanting to use a particular image as a background for a manga or illustration. That's where this article comes in – we'll show you how to turn a photo into a line and tone manga background image using Clip Studio Paint.

As a long-time user of Clip Studio Paint, I'm excited to share my knowledge with you. With over 15 years of experience using the program, I've written three books and several video courses about Clip Studio Paint, and I even beta-tested Manga Studio 5 and Clip Studio Paint. My name is Liz Staley, and I'll be guiding you through this tutorial.

So, let's get started! In this article, we'll cover the following topics:

* Choosing a good photograph to work from

* Converting a photo into a line and tone manga background image using Clip Studio Paint

Stay tuned for more Clip Studio Tips and Tricks every week on my blog. I'm looking forward to sharing my expertise with you and helping you improve your skills in Clip Studio Paint.

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