J DunsterFive Frustrating Reasons People Have for Devaluing Your Creative Work“But it’s a gift! It’s easy for you and comes naturally!”Feb 28, 2018Feb 28, 2018
J DunsterShould artists learn how to draw, or does it make any difference?Some artists argue that it’s “cheating” to trace a photo. Others claim that there’s no difference and it’s “just another tool” in the…Feb 25, 2018Feb 25, 2018
J DunsterDare to be shameless“Keep away from people who try to belittle your ambitions. Small people always do that, but the really great make you feel that you, too…Feb 24, 2018Feb 24, 2018
J DunsterSelf-taught vs. College Education in art. How much does it matter?A common question for many young (and not-so-young) artists is, “Should I go to art school? What art school should I go to? How important…Feb 24, 2018Feb 24, 2018
J DunsterWhy you shouldn’t worry too much about getting awards and winning contestsWhile I mainly discuss art contests and awards in particular, what is written can apply to many disciplines where awards are given and…Feb 24, 2018Feb 24, 2018
J DunsterWhy you should learn to draw “realism,” even if you do cartoons (or anime)Art students are often told to “draw from life” (as opposed to drawing from photos, or your imagination) because our art should, even if…Feb 24, 2018Feb 24, 2018
J DunsterDream big, but work hard. (Don’t assume that “talent” is all you need.)Dream, dream, dream!Feb 24, 2018Feb 24, 2018
J DunsterSeveral things you can do NOW to improve your artI thought I’d write a nuts-and-bolts list of advice for any artist who thinks they suck, wishes they were better, but wonders if they ever…Feb 24, 2018Feb 24, 2018