Do you ever wonder why people go to art museums? One reason is to study the artist’s style and the art work they have on display shows that unique style which is also part of their signature in the art world. It’s who they are.

Studying and observing the style of the drawing or painting is where I want you to focus on. Take time to look at what the artist did to enhance his or her work. What special features did he or she add to bring out strong emotions? What vibrant highlights were detailed to capture your attention? What blend of colors did they use? There is more to look at than just a pretty painting or drawing.

Looking at other people’s work and analyzing how they draw or paint certain features will greatly help you create your own style. Don’t worry about your work looking like theirs. After a time, you will notice that your own work will develop a unique style that’s all your own.

The thing to remember is that everyone approaches a drawing or painting differently. The key is to improve your skills as an artist and observing others is a great way to do it. So look at lots of art and you will quickly see a change, it’s all about being creative.

Share This

Posted in: Art Styles, Drawing Tips, Improvement, Observation, Painting Tips | Comments(0) | July 2008