Today’s poll is an interesting one for me because I honestly didn’t think about what the results would be like. I just was curious to know what had helped others improve at art the most, and then I listed several things that I knew had helped me.
But looking at the answers so far it’s almost like a “duh” moment—what’s the best way to improve at art? Practice! Whether it’s painting, drawing, sculpting, etc.
Of course, I understand why there are some votes for the other options as well. For instance, I’m extremely grateful I got the chance to study art in college, and even more grateful for several art mentors throughout my life who helped me grow as an artist.
With these poll results, however, it’s pretty obvious that there’s one thing which will work for almost anyone, and that’s just spending time making art.
For those of you who haven’t voted yet, please do! You’ll be able to see the current results once your vote is cast.
(And if you’re looking for specific ideas or tips on how to improve at art, I’d suggest checking out EmptyEasel’s art and painting tips.)
- Time spent practicing art
- Getting an art education
- Having an art mentor
- Attending art workshops
- Using the internet (art forums, blogs, etc)
- Reading art books
- Teaching others about art
- painting, painting and more painting (not "practice") and drawing from life1
- Try painting elements that come difficult to you. Such as water, sky, reflections, balanced contrast, people. As i am new to painting I try to challenge myself in every painting. For myself peoples faces are a challenge. 1
- Visiting galleries (to try work out how artist produced his work)1
- I would add having a montor and reading.1
- combination of observation & practice, exploring new areas & practice, listening to c&c. & practice :D 1
- All of the Above1
- art courses (not recognised with diplomas) and practise .........1
- Do something...anything, in any medium, in any way, technique you feel comfortable with. You are the master of your own technique, and that's not taught in any class or any book. Only by doing will you develop...the most important thing is getting started, then let the rest just come as you are inspired. If you think you can then you will, if you think you cannot, then you will not. However, in either case your are correct...1
- Most if not all of the above1
- attenting art workshops combined with alot of practise1
- Study all forms of Life1
- Eat pussy and drink malt liquour every day.1
- Paint by numbers1
- this poll has an answer that shoild be deleted... including this one1
- self study through other artist DVD series, etc1
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