Specifically fantasy books??? (but if you have a favourite that is just a banger, then don't hesitate to talk about it!! I've enjoyed romance, comedy, sci-fi, and wouldn't be surprised to find stuff enjoyable in genres I usually would avoid)
((I'm a wuss tho, so horror is normally not my cup of tea.... yeah I know, with all them monsters I'm drawing that might be a surprise))
Some recent big time joys were 'Name of the Wind' by Patrick Rothfuss, (book one in a yet-to-be-finished-trilogy I believe)
and 'The Lies of Locke Lamora' by Scott Lynch (the fantasy aspect is very sneaky in this one,, you think its a story set in a world similar to
Oh hey, it's a contest! (READ EDIT) by SterlingKato, journal
Oh hey, it's a contest! (READ EDIT)
UPDATE: THIS CONTEST ENDS AT MIDNIGHT TONIGHT (12AM PACIFIC TIME); MARCH 16TH! THIS IS THE LAST DAY. ANY ENTRIES PUT IN AFTER TODAY WILL NOT BE COUNTED!
Okay, so it has literally been years since I have done a contest (my last one kind of went askew =/) so I figured it was time to do one again and see if anyone participates.
Advance warning: If you see this journal updated that likely means the list of participants as been updated or some information has been updated. Please bear in mind that I'm updating for a reason so that contestants can see and make sure they know what's what and aren't left wondering. This may happen a few times per
Find your way around DA#4: Composition+Perspective by Iduna-Haya, journal
Find your way around DA#4: Composition+Perspective
A good composition can turn an 'average' artwork into something memorable. It's more than just 'how to make things look nice'. A well thought-out composition can guide the eye of the viewer, telling a story in just one single image. Even artwork that's technically perfect can be boring if no real though was put into the composition.
It's not always the case, but composition often goes hand in hand with perspective. Many artists struggle with this (both beginners and more advanced), but a basic knowledge of perspective can really take your work to the next level. It's an essential tool for drawing credible backgrounds and landscapes.
The bas
The Key to keeping yourself motivated properly. by Suzanne-Helmigh, journal
The Key to keeping yourself motivated properly.
Let me start off with telling you what motivation is and why you need it.
A motivation is a reason behind doing something a certain way to work yourself up to a certain goal. Just having a goal but no understanding of how to get there, means you have no way to motivate yourself and your goal will be hard to reach.
Therefore motivation is needed desperately in order to become truly good at something.
The motivation to eat is the feeling for hunger and the end goal of ending the hunger and feeling healthy and energized. This type of motivation is a feeling.
Which brings me to: Intrinsic motivation and Extrinsic motivation.
Shortly explaine
Fast lane to becoming a better artist. by Suzanne-Helmigh, journal
Fast lane to becoming a better artist.
I often get this very question: How did you get this good this fast?
Now as I consider myself not being as good as people tell me, even struggling quite often with being an artist in general.
I do know how to get better and how to reach it fast. I'm still growing as I go and it's the main thing that keeps me going.
You need to get into the right mindset and the rest will follow. With the rest I mean:
1. Willpower.
2. Endurance.
3. Positive energy.
4. The NEED to draw.
:bulletblue: Seeing growth in your work gives you the courage to work harder. You know that feeling when you're just about done with an image
and feel like this image is bett
I had a friend of mine ask me the question "What kind of advice would you give to someone who has never drawn before and wants to become good?" First off, I do not claim that I know everything about art (in fact I'm learning that I know very little) or to be the most talented artist out in the world. Truth be told I would argue with you and claim that I am far from. I'm humble and intended to remain that way. With that said, I though these guide lines would help you newer artists better understand yourself and become comfortable in looking for your flaws and working on them.
1. Study from life and the nitty, gritty stuff!
How to have your own art style by i-eat-dogs, journal
How to have your own art style
So today I found a short article written by one of my favorite artist, Mike Corriero! I thought it might inspire many of you who are still looking for their own style and feel like they didnt found it just yet!
https://medium.com/@creaturedesigns/let-style-develop-naturally-6ccb7a0e9929
I hope you guys will enjoy as much as I did :)
pushing yourself and/or arm pains PLEASE READ by Velkss, journal
pushing yourself and/or arm pains PLEASE READ
This is a journal to warn people and make them aware of what happens when they push themselves
and/or have arm,wrist or shoulder pains from drawing, or using the computer ,and ignore the pain.
PLEASE read this or spread this journal, or share it with someone who does or has this.It worries me deeply that some people do not know this
I re-posted this because I think it is extremely important people are always aware of this.
What it is:
One year ago i got a condition called RSI
or 'Repetitive strain injury'.
and it has returned again.
You might have heard of it and thought, meh.
Maybe this is the first time you hear it, maybe you
are a