Why artists need to practice like musicians

Why artists need to practice like musicians

At some point in your life, have you (or did you) play an instrument? For me, it was the flute and piccolo. After every musician takes out and assembles their instrument, they do something with it. What is it? And… why don’t we, as artists, do the same thing? My...
Do you really need to go to art school?

Do you really need to go to art school?

I’m curious: how do you define the term artist? What makes someone an artist? What makes someone qualified to call themselves an artist? Hi, my name is Carrie, and here on Artist Strong, I help self-taught artists build their skills and develop their unique...
How to use fixative to protect your art

How to use fixative to protect your art

Fixatives “fix” your drawing to its surface and can be a helpful tool in the development of your artwork.  Hi my name is Carrie and I want you to proudly call yourself an artist. Here on Artist Strong we help artists like you build your skill and develop your unique...