Artist Strong Blog
Enjoy interviews and articles about creative process and our inherent creative spirit.
Why Taking a Break From Your Art Can Boost Your Creativity
Why I Take Breaks from My Work (and Why You Should Too) We’ve all seen the picture-perfect image of the artistic life: sitting on a scenic balcony with your sketchbook, capturing every breathtaking moment of a holiday. Your pages are filled with ticket stubs and that...
How to Study an Art Style: An In-Depth Look at Dawoud Bey
Artist Strong’s Art Style Study - Dawoud Bey How do you study an art style? How do you learn a specific art style? How do you analyze art styles? How do you find your art style? In this Style Study Session, we will use the 6 qualities of style to not only better...
A Holiday Gift: An Invitation to Focus on Your Art
Introducing the Artist Strong Artist-In-Residence program I’m excited to announce the Artist Strong Artist-In-Residence program, an opportunity for artists of all levels—hobbyists, self-taught creatives, and professionals alike—to dedicate time to their craft and...
Maybe You’re Better Than You Think
Are you missing what’s going right in your work? Have you ever looked at one of your own pieces of art and immediately zeroed in on the flaws? Perhaps you shared it with a trusted friend, fellow artist, or teacher, but not without an apologetic preface: “It’s not...
5 Signs You’re Serious About Your Art (And How to Know for Sure)
Serious About Your Art? These 5 Signs Prove It Do you find yourself only creating art when the mood strikes? Let’s break down what separates hobbyists from those who are deeply committed to their craft—and why this distinction matters if you’re serious about...
Surviving Tough Times as a Highly Sensitive Creative: Essential Tips
How Highly Sensitive Creatives Can Cope with Stressful Times If you’re feeling overwhelmed, overstimulated, and experiencing big feelings because of the hard times we live in, today’s video is for you. Being highly sensitive is not just about feeling emotions...
The Hidden Power of Proficiency: How to Develop Your Style as a Self-Taught Artist
Reclaiming What's "Easy": The Forgotten Power of Proficiency As artists, we often associate growth with discomfort. We're told that only when we struggle are we truly improving. "Get out of your comfort zone!" is advice we're all familiar with, and advice I share...
How to Draw or Paint Anything: Building the Foundations for Artistic Freedom
Want to draw or paint anything you can imagine? It all starts with this. The dream of being able to draw or paint anything you want is shared by almost every artist. It’s the creative freedom to bring any idea to life without feeling limited by skill or technique. But...
Handling Feedback: What Every Highly Sensitive Artist Needs to Know
Facing Criticism as a Highly Sensitive Artist Have you ever been told you're "too sensitive"? Or maybe you find yourself easily overstimulated by loud noises, harsh lighting, or too much screen time? If so, you might be a highly sensitive person (HSP). Hi my name is...