and sometimes it does click and that's cool
Added 2024-08-28 23:44:35 +0000 UTCtook my own advice and gave myself time to find inspiration and study what about those artworks was sparking something in me. I sensed a theme popping up and noticed myself gravitating toward a lot of traditional artworks or digital art that was mimicking a traditional approach. I then got more specific about what in particular was drawing me to those pieces. things like color variation/contrast, visible brush strokes/texture, and messy/lively feel stood out to me as practical techniques I could try out. applying those notes helped me paint something that resonated with what was speaking to me in the artworks I chose. I love moments like these and like to celebrate when things work out or that a-ha moment hits. I'm excited to take what I practiced today and try it out in the next painting I make. it's fun to wonder what future Vicki will make! xD
if you're feeling stuck with your art, maybe a similar approach can help! gather some inspo, see if you can spot recurring themes, make note of ways you can make practical changes, and try it out! even if you don't end up with something you like, you still learned something, even if it's what you don't like. that's valuable information! next time you can try again with more information and see if you can get closer to what works. it's allllll just one big process =w=
