Are you struggling with wrist pain from drawing? You’re not alone, and there’s a good chance it’s coming from one common mistake: drawing from the wrist instead of the shoulder.
In this video, award-winning animator and artist Aaron Blaise (Brother Bear, Mulan, Beauty & the Beast) breaks down:
- How your wrist tendons actually work
- Why small, repetitive tablet strokes can cause long-term damage
- The secret to drawing pain-free for decades
- Practical tips on posture, movement, and drawing technique
Aaron shares how he’s avoided wrist pain for over 40 years as an artist, and how you can too – whether you’re working digitally or traditionally.
Draw smarter. Protect your hands. Build a long career!
About the artist
Aaron Blaise spent 21 years at Walt Disney Feature Animation, helping to create some of the greatest animated films ever made. During that time he worked as an animator or supervising animator on “Beauty and the Beast,” “Aladdin,” “The Lion King,” “Pocahontas,” “Mulan,” and more. In 2003 he was co-director of “Brother Bear,” for which he earned an Oscar nomination for Best Animated Feature Film.
Aaron is currently involved in a number of film projects for various studios. He also recently developed a short animated film called “Snow Bear.” He publishes tons of video content and livestreams on his YouTube channel, and you can follow him on social media on X (Twitter), Instagram, or Facebook. He also has countless art tutorials and lessons on his website, Creature Art Teacher.
