Apologies for the mild dose of Narcissism, but I often sketch portraits of others so I thought I’d have a go at a self-portrait for a change.
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Tips for Sketching #13 (Perseverance)
Perseverance is not a long race; it is many short races one after the other.
Walter Elliot
I had an old friend visit at the weekend. It was one of those catch-ups that I look forward to, as many of my friends are not local (this particular one lives in China) and so we rarely meet up.
That’s life. We’re all busy, but it does make catch-ups with friends all the more special.
We chatted about all sorts of things, and inevitably we ended up talking about art. He’s an “old school” role-player like myself, so I’m always hungry for feedback on my latest project from a fellow geek (‘Dragon’s Lair’ below).
Tips for sketching #12 (Sketch books)
Do you keep your old sketch books?
By sketch books, I mean the place where you doodle and practise new techniques. I don’t necessarily mean the works that you’re supremely proud of and show to your friends, or post on social media.
Continue readingTips for sketching #9 (feedback)
Receiving feedback on your work is so important if you want to improve. Presenting your work to others can be scary though. Drawing can be intensely personal, so it’s understandable that you might get defensive about it.
Continue readingTips for sketching #8 (imperfection)
There is always something new to learn when it comes to sketching. Perfection is a goal for many, but I’ve learned to embrace imperfection.
Continue readingTips for sketching #7 (Think)
Understand that drawing is as much a mental activity as a mechanical one.
Alphonso Dunn
Spontaneity versus reflection
There’s always a sweet spot between thinking about something and doing something. That sweet spot will vary from person to person, too. Rushing in too early can lead to mistakes. Whereas overthinking can paralyse you.
A bit of spontaneity in what you do can make it more fun, after all.
Continue readingTips for sketching #6 (Buy me a coffee)
How do you make your art pay?
Maybe you’re not bothered about money – you’re happy enough just sketching for fun, and that’s fine. Most creatives struggle to make a living from their art and do other stuff too. Unless you’re one of the lucky few.
Continue readingTips for sketching #2
My second tip isn’t really about how to hone your sketching skills, it’s more about finding the time to practice. We all lead busy lives and it’s easy to get caught up in life’s everyday challenges. Finding the time to sketch isn’t easy.
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Scott's Unfinished Pictures 