We just released the second episode of our community tutorial series! In this episode, Zayn explains how light works on form, color, and texture, and shows how to apply these ideas to a cinematic bonfire scene.

To encourage more artists to practice, share, and learn from each other, we’re also running a small giveaway. ✨

How to join:

Step 1: Watch Tutorial Episode 2: https://community.xp-pen.com/tutorial/details?collection_type_id=95&collection_id=95

Step 2: Post anything inspired by the tutorial in the Community with #XPPenTutorialPractice. It can be your practice work, thoughts, drawing tips, or other ideas inspired by the tutorial.

*If you share artwork, please include at least 4 process images.

Prizes:

First Prize: $30, 1 winner

Second Prize: $20, 1 winner

Third Prize: $10, 1 winner

Participation Rewards: 7 selected participants will receive one software activation code each.

Software activation code options:

ibisPaint X, 3 months

Cartoon Animator 4 Pipeline Version, 12 months

ArtRage Lite, lifetime license

ArtRage 6, lifetime license

openCanvas, lifetime license

Giveaway period: May 29 – June 15, 2026 (GMT+8)

Selection Criteria: We’ll select winners based on creativity, effort, completion, and post engagement. 

We love discovering talented creators in our community. Zayn first caught our attention through the work he shared here, and your work could be seen too. Keep sharing your creations. You may not only win a prize this time, but also get the chance to become one of our paid tutorial creators in the future.

*If there are not enough eligible participants, we may adjust the number of winners.