FAQ:
Frequently Asked Questions
1) How can I get involved in art?
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Find a type of art that you enjoy looking at, or a piece of art that you would like to learn more about. For example, you may find watercolor artwork particularly intriguing, so start with that! Learn about the materials, and experiment away. It's important to remember that when you first start out with something new, there are going to be mistakes, and things probably won't turn out exactly the way you want- and that's okay. Keep at it, keep moving forward, don't give up! Find art that inspires you and makes you happy, and move forward from there.
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2) What is a "medium"?
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In art, a medium, in a general sense, is the type of material you are working with, such as watercolor, oil paint, etc. A medium is what allows you to create art, and refers to how art is made.
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3) How do I know if a type of brush or paint is "good" or not?
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This is kind of hard to answer, as it takes experimenting to determine what is a good art material or not. With experimenting, how "good" a product is can be how smooth does the pen write? Does the paper soak in water well? Do the paintbrush bristles stay intact and don't fray? And so forth. If you're just starting out, I would recommend doing some research on different products if you don't want to experiment on your own. It is also important to remember that people have different preferences, and while some may say a product sucks, another may say it's fine for them.
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4) How do I know where to start when using a new medium?
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Research, research, research. On Google you can find just about anything, including how to get started, with lists, videos, stories, classes, etc. My hope is that my blog will be able to help answer some of your questions, and that I can respond to your questions and concerns.
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5) My paper keeps warping and moving while I am painting- how do I stop this?
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Simple! Tape. Tape down the sides of your paper, canvas, etc. to whatever to are painting on. This will keep the image in place, prevent warping, and if you would like, super clean edges. Putting down tape also helps the mind focus a bit more with a narrowed space. There are multiple types of tape that you can use, and tips and tricks for them as well, which I have a whole post about.
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6) I feel like everything I make is awful, how can I improve?
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Practice. Anything and everything in life take practice, and art is no exception. Art takes time, patience, and understanding, and perfection will not come easy or fast. It's important to remember to be patient with yourself, you're still learning, still growing, still improving. It's okay if things don't turn out, it's okay to not like the piece you are working on- whatever you are feeling, it is okay. Be patient and kind with yourself, you're human.