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Drawing For Dummies, 2nd Edition
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Drawing For Dummies, 2nd Edition

by Brenda Hoddinott, Jamie Combs
February 2011
Beginner
384 pages
10h 12m
English
For Dummies
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Chapter 17

Ten Ways to Grow as an Artist

In This Chapter

arrow Appreciating different drawing styles and media

arrow Developing creative individuality as an artist

arrow Expanding your artistic journey and sharing your work with others

The 21st century is a great time to be an artist because every aesthetic avenue is open to you. Whether you like your art to be playful, serious, shocking, or anything in between, you can find your niche in today’s art community. Just don’t put too much pressure on yourself to decide what kind of artist you want to be. As you begin to develop preferences and become aware of your artistic tendencies, your artistic persona will emerge on its own. All you have to do is stay true to yourself, trust your instincts, and embrace change and growth when they come your way. Sounds simple enough, right?

No matter how successful you become, always try to find new ways to challenge yourself. The challenges you face in drawing are undoubtedly one of the main reasons why you keep coming back to your drawing table.

This chapter offers some great tips for how to find your way into the art world and how to keep growing as an artist once you get there.

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