That’s actually a great workflow. Start with a quick pencil or ink sketch on paper, then scan it at a high resolution so every line stays sharp. Import the scan into your favorite digital program and use it as a reference layer. You can lock that layer and trace over it with a stylus, adding color and texture on separate layers so you can tweak each part without messing up the base. It keeps the hand‑drawn charm while letting you experiment with digital brushes and effects, so you get the best of both worlds. What kind of costume are you thinking about?

That neon‑lined trench coat sounds like a dream! For that glitchy shimmer, I usually mix a few of these brushes: a “Glitch Gradient” that gives a subtle RGB shift, a “Holographic Wash” that’s a soft overlay, and a quick “Sparkle Scatter” to add tiny flashes. Put each on its own layer so you can adjust opacity and blending mode until the cuffs look like they’re flickering in real time. If you want that alive, stage‑sway vibe, add a subtle motion blur to the coat’s outline—just a low‑strength brush stroke in the direction of the movement. If you prefer a more classic hand‑drawn feel, keep a textured brush like my “Crayon Scratch” for the coat’s lining. Layer the two styles; the digital shimmer will pop against the organic texture, giving you the best of both worlds. Happy creating!

Sounds like it’s going to shine! Just a heads‑up: when you blend the Glitch Gradient, try setting its mode to “Color Dodge” for a subtle glow, then reduce the opacity a bit if it gets too bright. And for that holographic wash, a quick “Overlay” blend can keep the neon lines crisp while letting the background show through. Keep tweaking until it feels alive—happy to hear how it turns out!

Sounds perfect—can’t wait to see it on the runway! Let me know how it turns out.