Are you a new artist looking for ways to create trending artwork to get noticed or gain a following on social media? A few years ago, I was doing the exact same thing. My advice: don’t get caught in this endless cycle.
Here are 24 spring drawing ideas for your sketchbook, perfect for any skill level and that shouldn’t take too long depending on how elaborate you want to be.
Have you been considering purchasing your very first sketchbook or maybe you already have one but aren’t sure how to start? Well hopefully I can answer all of your questions and give you the confidence to create your first sketch.
So are wondering what to bring with you on your first urban sketching adventure? I’ll be sharing everything in my artist toolkit and explaining some of my choices. So let’s get right to it!
Urban sketching, live model sessions or still lifes are some of the best ways to train your eyes to draw what they see. Today, I want to focus on how urban sketching can help you improve your observational skills and become a better artist.
If you’ve been searching the Internet for “how to improve your art fast,” well I’d like to share some advice that I wish someone could’ve told me when I was at the beginning of my art journey. All of the famous artists you see in various exhibitions were once students themselves before they mastered their craft.
It’s time to get out of your comfort zone and challenge this notion that you have to make art the same way, forever. I’m talking about breaking free from the potential limitations of your current medium.
Today, we’re taking a look at talented artist John Singer Sargent (1856-1925), a true master in portraiture. This is the first artist in my new series, Master Study Favourites. In art terms, a Master Study is when you try to replicate artwork for educational purposes.
Many artists wonder if art school is worth their time and investment. I’d like to expand on the subject and cover the application process, what to include in your portfolio plus the pros and cons of pursuing a formal education.
Does your art lack meaning or a distinct message? As artists, we create meaning by arranging key visual elements, like symbols or colours. Think of it as producing a visual narrative for your audience.
