Thanks for the sub! ^^

I typically use the program SkinEdit, but I find it easiest (for when Im feeling lazy) to use Skincraft. Skincraft has a horrible reputation among any decent skinner because people use it for the default parts it provides, (which is against PMC rules) but I see no problem with it IF YOU NEVER USE ANY DEFAULT PARTS. I cannot clarify this enough: start with the blank skin and never use a default. They give you an option for a blank, pure white skin to draw on, so yes, I use it from time to time. In fact, I would say if you use Skincraft as an honest person, it's good for beginners. It lays out everything very clearly and neatly.

But, If you're wondering how I do my shading, I do it pixel by pixel and it gets easier after each time you do it. I have no special tricks/programs for how I do that.

Hope that answered your question. C:

If you have anything else you wanna ask, feel free!

Oh my! Thank you so much Yugo, for the sub and your comment! I dont deserve such kind words! ^.^

( I like your stuff too, by the way :D )