When we first start drawing/illustrating/designing it feels like there is so much pressure to quickly find your art style that many newbies feel paralyzed by indecision. Here are a few myth-busters about finding your style to help alleviate some of that creativity-killing pressure:
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So…how do you find your style?
I want to change “find your style” to “uncover your art style” because I believe that your style is something inside you that you have to work to bring out by peeling off layers of self-doubt and criticism. Here are some easy ways to start uncovering your style:
- Draw/design/create as often as possible. Daily is ideal because it keeps you in the creative mindset all the time.
- Don’t put pressure on yourself to find your style, but instead just worry about what colors/shapes/styles you like to look at in other artist’s work, then think about how you could apply that to your own.
- Do a monthly review of your work. What colors do you use often? What shapes are you drawn to? Take note of those and start building your self a style sheet (similar to a branding sheet) where you keep notes about your favorite topics, colors, and styles.
That's one of my patterns. It took quite some time bevor I found myself more a "minimalist" with a bohemian style. But who knows? Maybe tomorrow I love to create bold lettering! 🙂
Keep Learning
I think the best way to find your art style is to keep learning new skills and practicing your creative work until it becomes part of your daily routine.
Maybe we discover your style together? Join me:
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Join for FREE! You'll learn how to observe and capture the beauty of nature in your art and develop your own unique style. Don't miss this opportunity to take your art to the next level.