Drawing Anatomy Based on What You Know As an art student, drawing anatomy is part of the curriculum. In the last post, Breaking the Rules, I reposted Draw What You See. This was one of the first things that was taught in art school. The primary reason was that most students rarely study the object […]
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Breaking the Rules
Breaking the Rules I’m breaking the rules here (my rules, anyway) about not reposting old material. I really do try not to in order to always post something fresh. But in this case, it’s relevant and will be making a point in regard to next week’s post. The repost is Draw What You See, which covers […]
Wine and Art
Wine and Art Why are wine and art classes so popular? I know, I know. A lot of you out there might be thinking, “Um, hello? Wine!” Seems pretty straight forward, but most people completely shy away from art of any kind because, as we all know, they can’t even draw a stick figure. […]
Introvert Personality and Creativity
Introvert Personality and Creativity The introvert personality is often overlooked by the rest of the world. By nature, they are the ones who mostly listen rather than speak. They can be criticized for not being more gregarious or outgoing like their extrovert counterparts. But the truth of the matter is, there is room for both. […]
Drawing on the Go
Drawing on the Go It Can Be a Challenge Drawing on the go can be harder than it sounds for a number of reasons. But for those bound and determined to do it, they’ll find a way. The preferred method is by using a sketchbook and pen or pencil. MY preferred method has always been […]
6 Rules of Drawing Composition
6 Rules of Drawing Composition The rules of drawing composition sound boring from the get-go, doesn’t it? Rules generally do make one groan and roll their eyes. But bear with me. These rules are the fundamentals of better art. Do you need to follow all of them all of the time? Maybe in the beginning. […]
7 Tips for Doodling for Beginners
7 Tips for Doodling for Beginners Doodling for beginners. You might be thinking, “Isn’t all doodling a beginner thing?” Unfortunately, I think most people think of doodling as a type of nonsense art for people who can’t draw. I’ll admit that I was probably part of that crowd. Or maybe at the very least, I […]
Ink Blot Art
Ink Blot Art Ink blot art might seem silly and juvenile. It is silly and maybe a bit juvenile, but who cares? If you’re feeling stuck creatively, then it’s worth it to let loose and do silly things to snap out of it. There’s even an artist that I know of who gained a decent […]
Art for Stress Relief
Art for Stress Relief-Not Just for Artists Art for stress relief is not a new thing. People (other than artists) have been doing it for ages. And naturally, it’s been a go-to for artists. Every time I work on a commission, it might also serve as a stress reliever. In many ways, art for stress […]
Blending Tools for Drawing
Blending Tools for Drawing *This post contains Amazon Affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I may earn from qualifying purchases. When it comes to blending tools for drawing, you can literally use just about anything handy. You don’t have to have legit store-bought tools, but you can if you like. None of them are really […]
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