THE LEARNING ARCHIVES
Whether you're creating maps for a novel, rpg, or just for fun, this collection of tutorials and map tips will help you create more professional and believable maps for your story!
Drawing Cliffs in Different Perspectives
When you sit down to draw a fantasy map for your story, one of the first things to decide is the perspective you’ll use. The most common tend to be isometric and top down, but which should you use? Here we will look at some of the benefits of each using something like cliffs to show some of the differences.
Plateaus, Mesas, & Buttes - What’s The Difference?
Plateaus, mesas, and buttes are among the most recognizable landforms in the world, yet they’re often mistaken for one another. While all three share steep cliffs and relatively flat tops, each tells a different geological story. Understanding those differences not only deepens your appreciation of real landscapes, but can also help you create more believable fantasy worlds.
How to Draw a Cliff Drop-Off
How do you draw a cliff that is facing away from you on your fantasy map? If you have ever drawn a plateau, canyon, or chasm but wanted it facing away from you, then you know this can be a challenge. In this tutorial I'll share some simple tricks you can use on your maps.
How to Draw Plateaus & Cliffs
Drawing a plateau on your fantasy map is a simple way to make the landscape of your world stand out from the flat terrain you see on most maps. In this tutorial, you will learn how to draw impressive cliffs that rise out of the landscape. Which can become key storytelling features in the world you're creating for your next book or role-playing campaign.