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Natural History Illustration is a form of art that accurately depicts plants, animals, and other aspects of nature. It has been around for centuries and is still used in scientific research, education, and conservation efforts. But besides its educational and scientific value, natural history...
There’s a fine line between being inspired by someone else’s work and outright imitation or copyright infringement. When you are too inspired by another artist's work, it can lead to unintentional plagiarism - either consciously or unconsciously copying their artwork or its parts....
Being part of a community of artists can help in many ways, from inspiring each other’s work to providing support and resources. Here are my 7 tips on why being part of a community is essential for any artist:
1. Exchange Ideas – A great way to grow as an artist is by learning from...
As an artist, you may be looking for ways to improve your craft and take it to the next level. One way that many artists have found success is by starting from nature. Drawing and painting in nature can provide a number of benefits that will help you become a better artist overall.
For beginners,...
Choosing art supplies can be tricky! There are so many options out there for different needs, levels, and price ranges. Art supplies choice is also a very personal thing so my ideal list may not necessarily work for someone else but I will try to explain my choice and give some alternative...
Finding your signature artistic style can be a daunting task, especially if you’re just starting out in the art world. It can take years to develop and perfect your own unique style, but there are ways to speed up the process and find it faster. Here are some tips for finding your signature...
When it comes to choosing the art supplies for watercolor painting, we usually think about choosing the paint first. But before spending a lot of money on premium watercolor paint sets, let’s talk about the paper. I think the paper is the number one thing you should invest in if...
Are you an artist looking to become a children’s book creator? If so, then this blog post is for you! Creating a children’s book can be an exciting and rewarding experience. The key to success is approaching the project with the right mindset and tools. Here are some tips on how to...
Watercolor has a reputation of a difficult and unpredictable technique. But all you need is to start with simple subjects and trust the process!
One great way to start easy with watercolor is by drawing and painting natural subjects from life. This could include flowers, plants or animals that...
If you’re a beginner or an intermediate artist and your goal is to make your artworks look more realistic, you’re in the right place. In this article, I will give you 5 actionable steps that will help you to improve your skills and start moving towards getting more realistic results....
Why should I find a niche instead of just creating what I want without thinking about the market? If you ask yourself this question, let’s find out what a niche is and is it really important to have one if you want to be a successful artist.
First of all, there are no clear rules in...
Now that you have an idea of what a signature style is (if not, I explain it in this blog post), let’s dive into what steps you actually need to take to find it!
- If you’re a beginner: don’t think about it! Your style will come to you naturally through regular practice. Focusing...