Hand-Drawn to Digital
A calm approach to digitising hand-drawn artwork.
£15.00
Hand-Drawn to Digital: Scanning Guide
A thoughtfully designed, step-by-step guide for artists who want to transform their hand-drawn artwork into high-quality digital files — without losing the natural texture or detail of the original piece.
This guide walks you through the full process, from preparing your artwork and choosing the right scanner settings, to saving and organising your files with clarity and ease.
Inside, you’ll find:
— How to prepare traditional and watercolour artwork for scanning
— Clear, simplified explanations of scanner settings (with real examples)
— Guidance on DPI, file formats, and colour settings
— A complete, easy-to-follow scanning checklist
— How to scan artwork larger than your scanner bed
— File naming and folder organisation for a clean workflow
— Common scanning issues and how to fix them
— A notes page to track your process and results
Designed to support your workflow
This guide is based on a calm, practical approach to digitising artwork — helping you build a process that feels clear, consistent, and easy to return to.
Whether you are just starting or refining your workflow, this collection is designed to support you at every stage.
Additional details:
• Compatible with any flatbed scanner
• Includes reference examples using Epson settings
• Instant digital download (no physical product)
• Download link available for 7 days
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© Copyright Notice: This checklist is the original work of Tia Dawkins © 2026 TKFD. All rights reserved. This PDF is for personal use only. It may not be reproduced, shared, resold, or distributed in any form without written permission from the creator.
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What format is the file? The checklist is a PDF file. It will download instantly to your device as soon as your payment is confirmed.
Can I print it? Yes! It's designed to be printed. Print it out and pin it by your scanner so it's ready to use every time. A4 size works best.
What size is the file? The PDF is a small file size and will download quickly on any device.
Do I need any special software to open it? No. Any device can open a PDF — on your phone, tablet, or computer. If you don't have a PDF reader, Adobe Acrobat Reader is free to download.
Is this suitable for beginners? Absolutely. This checklist is designed to be simple and easy to follow whether you're scanning artwork for the first time or looking for a reliable reference to use every time.
What type of artwork is this for? It works for any hand-drawn artwork — pencil, ink, watercolour, gouache, even black and white text or mixed media.
Can I share it with others? This checklist is licensed for personal use only and may not be shared, resold, or redistributed. If someone you know would find it useful please direct them to tkfd.co.uk to purchase their own copy.
I have a problem with my download — what do I do? Please get in touch and we'll get it sorted for you as quickly as possible.