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Well, I never liked my own stuff... But hope you like it.
I don't know what's wrong with me, but I got this feeling since like 5 years ago, when I first found a old empty sketchbook of mine. I've been doodling on the sketchbook and it was nothing serious, but I've never shown those drawings to anyone for some reason.
I show my work (not the old doodlings) to my peers and ask for critique after I start to take art seriously, but I always frown upon my stuff. I guess I just have some inability to feel good about myself.
I don't know what's wrong with me, but I got this feeling since like 5 years ago, when I first found a old empty sketchbook of mine. I've been doodling on the sketchbook and it was nothing serious, but I've never shown those drawings to anyone for some reason.
I show my work (not the old doodlings) to my peers and ask for critique after I start to take art seriously, but I always frown upon my stuff. I guess I just have some inability to feel good about myself.
Category Artwork (Digital) / Fantasy
Species Western Dragon
Size 1280 x 619px
File Size 309.5 kB
Ah, stunning artwork.
As for the pic description, well, I do undertsand that you may dislike your work - I certainly like it - but sharing it with other people is a good way to see that it is something that people enjoy. Technichalities aside, I think that your work illustrates dreram/fantasy worlds that we all like to see and imagine, you bring them to life. That is something truly priceless. Yesterday i was talking to a friend (who doesn't draw) and he told me how much he misses the skill to create these worlds of his own.
I appreciate artists that put more effort in the world they're creating than the brushes or tools they're using. Even better when they're good with both, as I think it is the case with you. Keep dedicated to your improvement, but give yourself some time to sit back and enjoy your work :)
As for the pic description, well, I do undertsand that you may dislike your work - I certainly like it - but sharing it with other people is a good way to see that it is something that people enjoy. Technichalities aside, I think that your work illustrates dreram/fantasy worlds that we all like to see and imagine, you bring them to life. That is something truly priceless. Yesterday i was talking to a friend (who doesn't draw) and he told me how much he misses the skill to create these worlds of his own.
I appreciate artists that put more effort in the world they're creating than the brushes or tools they're using. Even better when they're good with both, as I think it is the case with you. Keep dedicated to your improvement, but give yourself some time to sit back and enjoy your work :)
Beautiful stuff! This character is so firmly grounded in its environment, thanks to your careful use of texture and colour. Very well-done.
Concerning the description: An artist shouldn't be creating art to make himself happy. You have other reasons for drawing that I'm sure are better anyway. :)
Concerning the description: An artist shouldn't be creating art to make himself happy. You have other reasons for drawing that I'm sure are better anyway. :)
Art's not always going to leave you feeling happy. It's not always going to be there for you. If you expect it to, it's going to let you down, and then you'll have a hard time being motivated to create at all.
Although, of course, there is nothing wrong with feeling happy about something you did. :3
Although, of course, there is nothing wrong with feeling happy about something you did. :3
That sentiment is exactly what makes you a good artist. You're never satisfied with what you've already done, and continue to strive to be better. And this is the first time I've seen you draw a dragon as part of a piece...it's amazingly well-done. As someone said above, it looks like it /belongs/ in the picture, not like it was an afterthought (or vice versa, that the background was an afterthought)
Lovely lovely work, Excellent portrayal of the late afternoon light.
From your description, you have a very common artist's attitude. You never feel your work is good enough. This is common,. It will lead you to self improvement, but never being satisfied is pretty natural for an artist. You will improve because of it, rather than in spite of it. Keep at it. But always look for new ways, new techniques, and you will go far.
Scott
From your description, you have a very common artist's attitude. You never feel your work is good enough. This is common,. It will lead you to self improvement, but never being satisfied is pretty natural for an artist. You will improve because of it, rather than in spite of it. Keep at it. But always look for new ways, new techniques, and you will go far.
Scott
You're your own worst critic, as it goes. I wanna say there's nothing wrong with not liking your own works, as it can make you continue to grow for something better.
"We can never obtain Perfection. But in persuing Perfection, we can achieve Excellence."
Just make sure you aren't ever negative about yourself and your works. THEN it's a problem ;) tyty for sharing, bud~
"We can never obtain Perfection. But in persuing Perfection, we can achieve Excellence."
Just make sure you aren't ever negative about yourself and your works. THEN it's a problem ;) tyty for sharing, bud~
I think your work is excellent, but all the same, visit this page: http://doodlealley.com/2012/10/10/b.....-with-failure/ it might help you get some better perspective on your work :)
Nothing wrong with it, not the slightest bit, I quite like it... but I certainly know what you mean... when I draw something, I cant help but frown upon myself, and grumble about this and that detail, even if those I show the pictures to like it a lot *nods* So you're at least not alone with that self-critique :p
You've got a very admirable skillset right there! This image alone is a beautiful rendition, with not only great details but an honest attention to colours and warmth, light and shadow, pose and composition.
Another great artist, Sycra (non FA), once explained that sometimes artists don't feel happy with their art because they're 'eye' (attention for detail, vision, etc.) is at a higher level than their 'skill' level. It's like a higher level of critique on your own art. You can watch his explanation here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qb0g_gWrNf8 It might prove to be useful!
Another great artist, Sycra (non FA), once explained that sometimes artists don't feel happy with their art because they're 'eye' (attention for detail, vision, etc.) is at a higher level than their 'skill' level. It's like a higher level of critique on your own art. You can watch his explanation here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qb0g_gWrNf8 It might prove to be useful!
I realize this has been out there a while, but I wanted to also compliment on the wonderful artwork here!
I understand that often times, an artist can be his/her own worst critic. Always picking out all the imperfections and things that could have been done better. Sure that may be true, but art isn't really ultimately about perfection. It's about capturing the moment that you're trying to show the people seeing the piece of art. Sometimes it's more abstract, sometimes its about hidden meanings within the art itself, sometimes its about trying to show the world as realistically as possible.
Something you've probably heard before is just don't take it super seriously. There's always going to be things that you can pick out of your own art that could be improved on, but don't think that little imperfections will ruin a piece of art, because it really won't.
I understand that often times, an artist can be his/her own worst critic. Always picking out all the imperfections and things that could have been done better. Sure that may be true, but art isn't really ultimately about perfection. It's about capturing the moment that you're trying to show the people seeing the piece of art. Sometimes it's more abstract, sometimes its about hidden meanings within the art itself, sometimes its about trying to show the world as realistically as possible.
Something you've probably heard before is just don't take it super seriously. There's always going to be things that you can pick out of your own art that could be improved on, but don't think that little imperfections will ruin a piece of art, because it really won't.
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