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Storytelling in visual art has always been a thing since the very first cave drawings. Storytelling can improve art, and artists who tell stories in their work tend to sell more. In this post, we are going to look into what makes storytelling through artwork effective. Plus, I have 5 easy steps for you to follow to help you tell a story through your art too!

Why do artists work in series? Actually, there are many advantages to creating series in art. You do not only get the opportunity to explore the same concept from different perspectives and practice your skill, but you also help your audience get a better understanding of your work. Besides, the point of an art show is also to exhibit a consistent collection of works from an artist. So here’s why you should work in series, too!

Does art have to be perfect? If so, what makes a piece of art perfect? Trying to attain perfection adds a lot of pressure to the creative process. But the good news is that art doesn’t have to be perfect to be beautiful. On the contrary. Artists should embrace mistakes and create lots of ‘imperfect’ artwork. Astonished? Read on to learn more!

Artists tend to be perfectionists. Many believe that aiming to be perfect will make them successful artists. Perfection, however, is something that is hardly attainable, if at all. Sooner or later, artists find themselves trapped in an endless loop of negative thoughts, and more often than not, this rumination can lead to art anxiety and depression. How to stop overthinking art? Here are 5 effective strategies to tackle your art anxiety!