/ic/ - Artwork/Critique

>>1589409

Never do a study or a painting that doesn't have a purpose, and never do any work that's besides the point; if you're studying value relationships then who care's about accurate drawing, or color? You're trying to learn about value, don't worry about anything else. Don't be afraid to see yourself put out unaesthetic work, it's your first steps to improvement no matter which aspect of painting you're beginning to approach; but never put out poor work - thoughtless, mindless, or purposeless work.

Be mindful of things you avoid because they're difficult and things you avoid because you simply don't care, a lot of people seem to be able to confuse the two for the sake of convenience. Also, don't worry about style, or how loosely you paint - those come with time and confidence and you cannot fake it without harming your development.

Lastly, just don't give up. If doors are closed to you right now it means that you just have to practice more - and that's just about dedication, which you have complete control over.

There's a whole bunch more, but I'll be typing all night and should probably try to get some rest for tomorrow. If I covered anything too vaguely or just said something irredeemably stupid then ask me about it on tumblr, or something, and I'll see if I can't respond as soon as I can.

Happy painting :]

unmotivated loser here.
does there exist a free online course that I can follow that will get me doing studies and exercises to improve my shit?

I really need to be told what to do and directed, otherwise I never bother getting any art done at all.