Build a tracing table
Cartooning
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A tracing table (or "light box") is a flat box with lights inside that makes it easy to trace over messy planning sketches. Traditional cartoonists use light tables to ink their final illustrations. Build a homemade light box and share some pics of how you made it.
Cartooning
Step 1
A tracing table (or "light box") is a flat box with lights inside that makes it easy to trace over messy planning sketches. Traditional cartoonists use light tables to ink their final illustrations. Build a homemade light box and share some pics of how you made it.
Final steps
You're almost there! Complete all the steps, bring your creation to life, post it, and conquer the challenge!
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