In this video, I’m doing a full-on redemption drawing because my first Mao Mao illustration with acrylic pens had some… proportion issues. So I’m starting over and walking you through my sketch, my skin base, and then the big comparison: Ohuhu alcohol markers versus acrylic pens—especially when it comes to blending, building shadows, and getting those smoother transitions that make a character feel more dimensional. I also share a few of my “save it” habits for when a drawing goes sideways (because it happens), plus why I like using a small table easel to help my perspective and keep my hand more comfortable while I work. For the final polish, I bring in Prismacolor pencils to push contrast and add those crisp little details that markers alone don’t always nail. By the end, you’ll see the final results side-by-side and get my honest take on what each medium does best—so you can pick the one that fits your style (and your patience) for fan art and bullet journal-style illustrations.