Are You a Beginning Artist? Here is What You Need to Know

 

Are You a Beginning Artist? Here is What You Need to Know

by Maria Woodie

Beginning Artist Education 101

Whether you are a beginning artist who is just getting started or a creative who is exploring a new medium for the first time, knowing exactly where to start can be a challenge. But don’t worry, artists. You’ve come to the right place!

Below is a list of five educational guides jam-packed with just-starting-out goodies, from learning painting mistakes to avoid to trying your hand at the basics of drawing. These articles are great for understanding the fundamentals of painting and drawing so you can begin your new artistic journey.

Conquer Common Painting Blunders

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We all know practice makes perfect. But, with practice also comes trial and error. Lucky for you, we’ve listed eight of the most common mistakes to avoid when learning how to paint. Discover what they are and how to overcome them in this helpful article: 8 Beginner Painting Mistakes and How to Conquer Them.

Put Your Art in Perspective

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Peters Cartridge Factory by Mark Willenbrink, watercolor on watercolor paper, 8″ by 11″.

 

An essential skill to learn as a beginning artist, whether drawing or painting, is perspective. If you want to achieve three-dimensional art, knowing perspective is key, including how to find the horizon line, determine the vanishing point and an overview of linear perspective. Here is what you need to know.

Get Started in Painting, the Right Way

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Beginner painting is all about getting started the right way. In order to be successful, you must consider these three things: your surface, brush and palette. Once you feel at ease with the materials, you can start having fun. Get started.

Try Drawing Tips for Beginners

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When it comes to learning how to draw, introductory lessons, tutorials and demonstrations are great for enhancing your skillset and producing better drawings. Check out these three tips perfect for drawing newbies.

Find the Right Medium

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Painting by Nancy Reyner, detail

 

With so many mediums available, how do you know which one to choose? Well, to be honest, selecting the “right” one is simply a matter of preference. And, if you are indecisive like me, then this handy list of pros and cons for some of the most common painting mediums can certainly make your decision easier.

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