Art Lessons

Art Lessons:

I have been an artist all my life or rather, it picked me from an early age. I know some say that there is no such thing as a natural born artist, and that you need to be taught.

It may be true in a way..... though having an artistic talent that stood out, then it can only be a raw natural talent. And if I wanted to ignore it; well that didn't work either. And I have found myself being constantly drawn back to art when I tried to seek a career away from it.

Because of this it was hard to ignore. Now being a natural artist does not mean that I could just go ahead and do art. I had a great advantage over others as it all seemed so much easier for me. Just remember, we never stop improving and striving to get better through: practice, trial and error.

I remember even giving some art lessons to my school friends in primary school. And found it very rewarding to help others who were interested in art. Maybe not as much as I was, but interested nether-the-less.

I have learnt so much about art along the road, and have also felt the frustrations of wanting to get a piece of art work the way I wanted it to go from my imagination. 

Or to learning a new style or medium of art. One thing I have learnt is that art is quite vast, such a broad spectrum such as art cannot be mastered completely in all areas. And strengths in one section of art may out-weigh other areas in art. We cannot be the master of them all....

We cannot be a master of all different areas of art, As with most things that have a broad scope, you need to specialize in a few or more areas in art at a time.

Michael Angelo was in many regards a master of drawing, painting, and sculpture. And he was a natural in his own time, it was a great thing to be so good in so many areas of art, and admire him for it.

Just remember though, he spent his whole life perfecting these areas of painting, drawing and sculpture, he also went through the trials and errors of learning.

Yet his works stand out for us today to appreciate and marvel. It is worth mentioning that earlier on in history, one would not specialize in different areas of their craft. My subscribers get more in depth tips on important fundamentals on lessons in art, and what to look for on the web, in my free newsletter "pet art newsletter" .

Such advances have been made these days, that we have far more information than we had discovered then, so long ago. The same with art, there are so many different art materials out today that have been created. Art too in itself, has become such a broad area of expertise.

Because art is not an easy expression of ones mind or thoughts. It is an art form, that  we need to give it its true respect it deserves.

Art lessons are given and the student learns from their teachers knowledge, and their time spent perfecting these techniques.

And above all, the knowledge that is passed down is a guideline for the future students of art. Because when you learn these techniques, you then travel your own road in what areas of art which suits you. You develop your own ways according to your abilities and individuality.

"Away they Raced"

If we were all the same, art would also be the same, yet as individuals we need to be guided. Think of art lessons as being the learning tools of the trade.  If you follow so closely to the lessons you have been taught by your teacher, you will therefore become a clone of your art teacher and not leave your self enough room to develop you own individuality and expressionism.

This is where your road of self discovery comes from. Because when you learn the skills from such art lessons, you are then set off on your own road.

We can only guide you, a good art teacher should not impose their ideals on you as an art student. But guide and encourage your own development.

This site may a little different form other sites, because this is what I am trying to impress on your learning in art. It is a beautiful way of discovering your own identity and how you want to express your passions and interests to others. It's a delicate, yet exciting journey.

I just don't want to teach you art, I want to develop your art in you, through guidance. as if we were in a studio together, and I was looking over your shoulder while you were painting, drawing or sculpting.

Teaching art is as much  mind work as it is in doing the practical side of it, so exercising your inner self and working with you through communication as I have, and will be on this site. To discover and find the true artist in you.

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I want you to have fun discovering and finding your abilities. Art is a expression and we have enjoyed is presence in our lives. It does not matter if you are just starting out in art, we all have to start somewhere, so don't get mad if it all does not go right for you the first time.

"If art was easy, everyone would be doing it" true. You want to go further, whatever standard you want to reach  that is what you're aiming for. And you may have to go through some different styles of art to find what is best suits you, and which style and medium you will thrive in best.

Just because you might not be so good in some styles, is because you have not found the style that is right for you. So we will cover many different styles in art here. Remember to not give up, because its a rewarding journey we are going on here........

 "You never stop learning, and an artist who says they have nothing else to learn.... forgot to be an artist".