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Axel
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Yuma, Arizona
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I wanted to be a artist but how to “become” a best artist?
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Aaron Bass
artist-educator
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Albuquerque, New Mexico
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Aaron’s Answer
The first step is to determine broadly what type of artist are you? If you feel compelled to express complex ideas or emotions, then you are on the studio arts path. If instead you are driven to create characters then graphic design may be your path (illustration and animation now use graphic design as a foundation).
Regardless, observational drawing is the root of most arts. Even digital and photography use the compositional and observation techniques learned in drawing. To get started, classes are essential. After a class or two, draw every day.
Regardless, observational drawing is the root of most arts. Even digital and photography use the compositional and observation techniques learned in drawing. To get started, classes are essential. After a class or two, draw every day.
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Phill Pezo
Industrial Design
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Nutley, New Jersey
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Phill’s Answer
Hey Axel,
It’s great to hear that you were looking to strive high and create your best work. It is good to give yourself standards, expectations, and discipline. As I’m sure you know, calling something the best is an opinion. Instead of what I think people think of you and your work, it is best to strive to be your own best self and as long as you’re trying as much as you can so that all that then that’s all that matters.
with that being said, there are ways to go about being your best self as an artist. Firstly, keep creating. Keep making even if your last piece wasn’t as good as you hoped it would be down always feel like you have to have a reason behind each piece. It might reveal its reason along the way stay disciplined with practicing your basics. Make sure to also challenge yourself with new mediums, styles, and processes. it is also important to get involved within the art world. You eventually can also start to display your work at small, and eventually larger galleries. Be sure to net work and visit many galleries as well.
Best of luck on your journey!
It’s great to hear that you were looking to strive high and create your best work. It is good to give yourself standards, expectations, and discipline. As I’m sure you know, calling something the best is an opinion. Instead of what I think people think of you and your work, it is best to strive to be your own best self and as long as you’re trying as much as you can so that all that then that’s all that matters.
with that being said, there are ways to go about being your best self as an artist. Firstly, keep creating. Keep making even if your last piece wasn’t as good as you hoped it would be down always feel like you have to have a reason behind each piece. It might reveal its reason along the way stay disciplined with practicing your basics. Make sure to also challenge yourself with new mediums, styles, and processes. it is also important to get involved within the art world. You eventually can also start to display your work at small, and eventually larger galleries. Be sure to net work and visit many galleries as well.
Best of luck on your journey!
Thanks for this note! Probably I might use it. Or not but thanks
Axel
Aswin Androose
3D Genrealist Artist
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Chesterfield, Virginia
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Aswin’s Answer
Hey Axel,
It’s inspiring to hear that you’re setting high standards for yourself and aiming to produce your very best work. Having expectations, discipline, and a drive to improve is what pushes any artist forward. The truth is, “the best” is always subjective — what matters most is not chasing someone else’s idea of greatness, but becoming the strongest version of yourself. As long as you keep giving your full effort, you’re already on the right path.
The journey to that level comes from consistent creation. Keep making art, even when a piece doesn’t turn out as you imagined. Not every work needs a clear purpose from the start; sometimes its meaning emerges over time. Keep refining your fundamentals, but also dare to experiment with unfamiliar styles, mediums, and techniques. Surround yourself with art and artists, visit other portfolios often, and put your work out into the world — beginning with smaller spaces and building toward larger opportunities.
And above all, for where you are now, the most important principle is to expand and refine your portfolio. How you present your work will shape your future, and each new, well-crafted piece you add becomes a stepping stone toward the opportunities you’re seeking. Treat your portfolio as both your personal stage and your professional passport — it’s the strongest tool you have to open doors.
Keep building, keep evolving, and let your body of work speak louder with every step you take
It’s inspiring to hear that you’re setting high standards for yourself and aiming to produce your very best work. Having expectations, discipline, and a drive to improve is what pushes any artist forward. The truth is, “the best” is always subjective — what matters most is not chasing someone else’s idea of greatness, but becoming the strongest version of yourself. As long as you keep giving your full effort, you’re already on the right path.
The journey to that level comes from consistent creation. Keep making art, even when a piece doesn’t turn out as you imagined. Not every work needs a clear purpose from the start; sometimes its meaning emerges over time. Keep refining your fundamentals, but also dare to experiment with unfamiliar styles, mediums, and techniques. Surround yourself with art and artists, visit other portfolios often, and put your work out into the world — beginning with smaller spaces and building toward larger opportunities.
And above all, for where you are now, the most important principle is to expand and refine your portfolio. How you present your work will shape your future, and each new, well-crafted piece you add becomes a stepping stone toward the opportunities you’re seeking. Treat your portfolio as both your personal stage and your professional passport — it’s the strongest tool you have to open doors.
Keep building, keep evolving, and let your body of work speak louder with every step you take
Thanks for this note! Probably I might use it. Or not but thanks
Axel
Debbie Fasenmyer
Artist
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Cape Coral, Florida
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Debbie’s Answer
Hi Axel, I’m an artist and I love that you are an artist too. Striving to be the “best” is admirable. I believe being the best is being authentic and true to yourself when creating art. You can hone your craft and level up your skills with practice. But creating from the heart is what is going to make your art unique and stand out.
I suggest trying different techniques and methods. Try multiple ways to draw, paint or craft your projects. See what you feel comfortable with. Watercolor, pencil, paint and so on.
Personally I like mixed media. I also like to up cycle every day items and use natural elements like tea or coffee to stain mixed media paper. I use plant pigments and spices in place of paint sometimes.
I’d encourage you to watch and learn from other artists. Library books and websites for art museums may be insightful and informative.
See if you gravitate towards a particular style of art. Maybe surrealism, pop art, or abstract. Do you enjoy landscapes, still life or photography? What lights you up inside when you look at art and when you’re creating your own art? Start there.
Give yourself a prompt. Draw or paint with your non dominant hand. Consider listening to a guided visualization from an artist you admire. Many intuitive artists offer free online workshops.
View as much art as you can. Online or in real life. If you have access to local art shows, art fairs, galleries or museums go and check them out.
Spend time in nature creating. Take your sketchbook or a journal to a park and draw or write out the things that inspire you.
Creating from your heart, using your inner guidance and imagination will serve you well.
If there are opportunities to stretch yourself creatively online or in person for open call to artists consider submitting your artwork.
Another tip I learned in art class was to turn the project you are working on upside down and work on it from a different angle. Gain a new perspective. We are hardest on ourselves when we create.
The main thing is have fun. Enjoy the process. Make art that makes you happy.
I wish you the best in your creative process. I believe creativity is our birthright. Tap into your gifts and talents and create with enthusiasm and passion.
I suggest trying different techniques and methods. Try multiple ways to draw, paint or craft your projects. See what you feel comfortable with. Watercolor, pencil, paint and so on.
Personally I like mixed media. I also like to up cycle every day items and use natural elements like tea or coffee to stain mixed media paper. I use plant pigments and spices in place of paint sometimes.
I’d encourage you to watch and learn from other artists. Library books and websites for art museums may be insightful and informative.
See if you gravitate towards a particular style of art. Maybe surrealism, pop art, or abstract. Do you enjoy landscapes, still life or photography? What lights you up inside when you look at art and when you’re creating your own art? Start there.
Give yourself a prompt. Draw or paint with your non dominant hand. Consider listening to a guided visualization from an artist you admire. Many intuitive artists offer free online workshops.
View as much art as you can. Online or in real life. If you have access to local art shows, art fairs, galleries or museums go and check them out.
Spend time in nature creating. Take your sketchbook or a journal to a park and draw or write out the things that inspire you.
Creating from your heart, using your inner guidance and imagination will serve you well.
If there are opportunities to stretch yourself creatively online or in person for open call to artists consider submitting your artwork.
Another tip I learned in art class was to turn the project you are working on upside down and work on it from a different angle. Gain a new perspective. We are hardest on ourselves when we create.
The main thing is have fun. Enjoy the process. Make art that makes you happy.
I wish you the best in your creative process. I believe creativity is our birthright. Tap into your gifts and talents and create with enthusiasm and passion.
Thanks for this note! Probably I might use it. Or not but thanks.
Axel
Linh Tran
Artist and Fashion Designer
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Rosemead, California
Updated
Linh’s Answer
Hi Axel, My advice is to start making art even if it is not your best art. It is better to make it exist first and you can make it better later. You can also take art classes, attend art workshops, seek mentoring from artists in the medium that you would like to learn from, and join art challenges such as Inktober. I encourage that you can take some time off to figure out what type of artist you want to be? For example, traditional, digital, mixed media, film, or photography. What message or you trying to convey through your art? You can experiment with different mediums whenever you feel ready to try something different than the mediums that you usually use in your art. Art is about storytelling. You can set the stage for what your art is about. As you explore deeper into the story that you are trying to tell, you can create characters with their own side stories.