How do artists create consistent artwork? | Things to Draw Now
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Do you ever look at an artist’s work and wonder how they can produce pieces that all look so similar?
First things first!
Stop comparing yourself to other artists! Every artist is unique and that includes you!
Now you can read on…
Intro
It’s easy to be inconsistent with your artwork. Especially when you’re just starting out and trying to find your style.
But for some artists, creating a consistent body of work is second nature.
So how do they do it?
Let’s explore some tips on how to create more consistent artwork.
4 Tips to Stay Consistent
1. Define your goals and aesthetics.
Before you start creating artwork, it is important to have a clear idea of your goals and what you want your art to look like.
What are your goals as an artist?
What kind of message do you want to communicate with your art?
What are your aesthetic preferences?
Answering these questions will help you narrow down your artistic style and make it easier to create consistent artwork.
2. Experiment with different mediums and techniques.
The key to finding your own artistic style is experimentation.
Once you have defined your goals and aesthetics, it is time to experiment with different mediums and techniques.
Trying out different mediums will help you find the one that best suits your style.
You may also discover new techniques that you wouldn’t have thought of if you had stayed within your comfort zone.
Experimentation is key to finding a consistent artistic style.
3. Take inspiration from other artists.
To achieve your own unique style, you may want to take inspiration from other artists who have similar styles.
Inspiration is a crucial part of the creative process. It can be difficult, but it’s important that you take inspiration from others in order to create your own unique style and make something new out of what was once just generic art!
Study their work and see what makes their style unique.
However, it is important not to copy another artist’s style exactly – rather, use it as a starting point for developing your own unique style.
4. Be patient with yourself.
Finding a consistent artistic style takes time and patience.
Don’t be discouraged if you don’t find your “perfect” style right away – keep experimenting and refining your technique until you find a style that feels right for you.
When you compare your work to other people’s, it can be hard on the ego. Instead of feeling like a failure because someone else is doing better or more famous than yourself try thinking back and see how much progress has been made in that time period!
Be kind and understanding of where you are today as opposed to yesterday or 5 years ago because we all have room for improvement!
Conclusion
Comparing yourself to other artists is a fruitless endeavor that will only lead to feelings of inadequacy and discouragement.
It’s so important to be kind to yourself as you develop your artistic skills and find your unique voice.
Use the worksheet below as a guide in finding your personal style.
I can’t wait to see what amazing things you create!
