by Carrie | Build Your Skill
I have an article called Do You Struggle to Finish Your Art. In it, I talk about different reasons people may struggle to finish and what they can do about it. But I think there is actually something else going on that is much more insidious when we catch ourselves...
by Carrie | Build Your Skill
In today’s video I’m looking at work by community member Jennifer. We discuss: Why you should focus on negative space in your art, A way to use image references to help inform your art but also not dictate your idea, The dangers of white space in your art (and what do...
by Carrie | Build Your Skill
In today’s video I’m looking at work by community member Linda. We discuss: the importance of value in a landscape, atmospheric perspective, a strategy to improve your compositions, and how to use focal points. I also offer some tips on using color to create harmony...
by Carrie | Build Your Skill, How to be An Artist
I have piles and piles of notes that I take when I attend exhibitions, when I sit waiting in doctor’s office waiting rooms… you name it and I’ve taken notes thinking about topics we can discuss here on Artist Strong. One exhibit that still stays with me, even though I...
by Carrie | Build Your Skill
When I taught high school art, I found one part of parent/teacher conferences surprising: how many parents were told their own art interest wasn’t valuable or important. Hi, my name is Carrie and here on Artist Strong I help artists like you build your skill and...
by Carrie | Build Your Skill
In this short drawing tutorial, I support a student inside my free drawing challenge. I demonstrate a quick and easy way to check for accuracy insider your drawings, paintings, really all the artwork you create. This is a great way to improve your drawing accuracy,...
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