![day22.jpg](https://steemitimages.com/DQmWh5Cak2gsZNCeES28yWjhu11DJFPBgQbydUNZe4BXqx5/day22.jpg) It's summer almost all year long here in Malaysia. So do you think having Elsa as a company all the time is a good idea? I'm imagining portable *ais kacang* maker everywhere you go! xD Here are some steps on how I draw Elsa and all my cartoons! (Time-lapse video at the end of the post) I am using Infinite Painter on Android - on a Lenova Yoga Book.

Step 1: Sketch

![Screen Shot 2018-02-05 at 4.41.23 PM.png](https://steemitimages.com/DQmR7fHoBhGWZsS6vJs5wh8DAZLwfh8pGT8GGssknAzBAsq/Screen%20Shot%202018-02-05%20at%204.41.23%20PM.png) I usually use blue ink for the sketch layer to differentiate with the inking layer later on. This is where I get all the composition, emotion, and every other things right before proceeding to the next step.

Step 2: Outline Inking

![Screen Shot 2018-02-05 at 4.41.37 PM.png](https://steemitimages.com/DQmfXW1eTsixUsnmzh6Tjh4NYDNJZTFh5hAniBSiJQt9hWy/Screen%20Shot%202018-02-05%20at%204.41.37%20PM.png) By creating a new layer, I start tracing the sketch layer (which opacity has been tuned down to make it less visible).

Step 3: Base color

![Screen Shot 2018-02-05 at 4.41.49 PM.png](https://steemitimages.com/DQmb5gHNi8GS1QpQtb5aWeuUooStVqX1rYCnwG1oCmq3muL/Screen%20Shot%202018-02-05%20at%204.41.49%20PM.png) Another layer is then added on top of the previous two and is set to *Multiply*. This is to make sure that the color paint does not overlap the black outline. I use a thick brush paint to easily cover all the area that needs coloring. ![Screen Shot 2018-02-05 at 4.41.53 PM.png](https://steemitimages.com/DQmZWRnCr7JRKLfn4jgjVX7hnKhPz4WWUAgPepqetnwNE8h/Screen%20Shot%202018-02-05%20at%204.41.53%20PM.png) For different color, I usually do on different layers. ![Screen Shot 2018-02-05 at 4.41.56 PM.png](https://steemitimages.com/DQmRm9BRL6RwGQkX8q2F9nWQsg7wchfhFe8SQc7M1ztRTCa/Screen%20Shot%202018-02-05%20at%204.41.56%20PM.png) Using an eraser to remove any excessive colors.

Step 4: Add More Details

![Screen Shot 2018-02-05 at 4.42.20 PM.png](https://steemitimages.com/DQmSMsEpdee3QeRAc6Gckxpg4gknswPtdhcor9L2zLWW5cb/Screen%20Shot%202018-02-05%20at%204.42.20%20PM.png) I love doing details on my characters, typically on their costumes and accessories. Time for the princess to put on some make-up!

Step 5: Shading

![Screen Shot 2018-02-05 at 4.42.24 PM.png](https://steemitimages.com/DQmcXWAr5E6Ho8S9eyu9nVquKfgBbh87GGzXPpGr3o4YjRF/Screen%20Shot%202018-02-05%20at%204.42.24%20PM.png) For shading, I usually pick a darker color of the base color (in this case, dark brown) and apply using the airbrush tool for a soft and smooth effect.

Step 6: Highlights

![Screen Shot 2018-02-05 at 4.43.27 PM.png](https://steemitimages.com/DQmUxUvQg1J29s91rXTJZiS4uN75KcFRdZHT2b9GNHhjsUH/Screen%20Shot%202018-02-05%20at%204.43.27%20PM.png) Lastly, I use a soft airbrush eraser for highlights to make Elsa's dress looks more dreamy.

Step 7: Extra Details

![Screen Shot 2018-02-05 at 4.43.36 PM.png](https://steemitimages.com/DQmPF7jeU6BBbskQzjJVmqfHiQFP8MVGqgTM77CMk2r9srP/Screen%20Shot%202018-02-05%20at%204.43.36%20PM.png) I added some glitters to Elsa's magical dress to show them who's the real ice queen ;) And that's it. A very simple tutorial on how my cartoons are made. I know some process might be taking longer that it should because on average, it takes me up to 45 minutes to finish a character. Maybe in time I will pick up some skills or new software to improve my productivity :) Here is the full video of the process: Let me know what you think! Tips and tricks are most welcome! https://steemitimages.com/0x0/https://steemitimages.com/DQmXf8zpyVEGxHjGow3mnB3KWeyPuLoWLpCBUyFzfpANW7Z/WO-OWL%20BANNER%20copy.png

**Step 1: Sketch**

**Step 2: Outline Inking**

**Step 3: Base color**

**Step 4: Add More Details**

**Step 5: Shading**

**Step 6: Highlights**