Why do I lose interest in drawing?

If you have lost interest in drawing maybe it is because you don’t like it as much as you hoped you did. That realization can be a hard pill to swallow, but even if you spent the last 10 years drawing and woke up one day and decided- hey, this does not do it for me anymore, give yourself permission to be done with it.

How can I enjoy making art again?

Try a different medium, take an art workshop, paint a different subject, work outside, work with other artist friends, learn a new skill or technique, change up your color palette, listen to music while you work, work in silence, work on a different size canvas, create something just for yourself, watch some art …

Why do children lose interest in art?

Stages of Artistic Development. Many children lose interest in drawing at the stage of “dawning realism” stage because they become frustrated with their attempts at representing real life in their drawings. Each child is unique and some children may take longer than others to pass through certain stages.

What age should you start painting?

Once your toddler is pretty comfortable with how paint works and how to spread paint around using a paint brush you can start painting in a more traditional way: with various colors in paint pots or on a pallet or plate and paper or another surface for them to paint on. This could be at around 2 or even 3 years old.

Should I contact the artist before finishing a painting?

DON’T lose contact with the artist. Do not wait until the piece is close to being finished before you check in. If the artist is on the wrong track, big revisions could be expensive, timely, and compromise your relationship with the artist.

What happens when an artist is on the wrong track?

If the artist is on the wrong track, big revisions could be expensive, timely, and compromise your relationship with the artist. Most artists will expect you to be reaching out and communicating pretty often — it should be part of the process. Everyone appreciates recognition and praise for their work.

How do I get in contact with an artist?

Reach out to the artist to see if they are taking commissions and will accept the type of work you would like done. Many artists can be contacted by email or a gallery can help make the connection for you. You never get a second chance to make a first impression.

Why would an artist turn down a commission offer?

There are many reasons an artist may turn down an offer. Some artists have had awful experiences with commissions in the past, are currently working on other projects, or they may feel they are not a good fit for your project. It may put an artist’s mind at ease if you ask about the medium’s they can use, price and timeline upfront.