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How do I get over my fear of making bad art?
Stop judging and overthinking the art you create so much. Stop being so harsh with yourself. I grew up with a lot of Social Anxiety, and I found that my Social Anxiety extended into my art and work as well. There were so many irrational thoughts and fears I had that made me want to hide myself away.
Why am I afraid of making art?
Sometimes we are afraid to draw because we lack ideas, or don’t think we can pull it off, or feel pressured to post the final result on social media. So, instead of feeling intimidated, dedicate that day to learning. Think about what it is you don’t feel confident in, or would like to master the most, and get to work!
Can never decide what to draw?
Here are 17 things for you to try the next time you sit down and need to decide what to draw.
- Use Art Prompts. Sometimes you just need a little creative inspiration to get your wheels turning.
- Get Outside.
- Count to 3.
- Work on a Technical Skill or Drawing Goal.
- Watch a Tutorial.
- Take a Class.
- Ask Someone.
- Make a Gift.
Is there a phobia of art?
A Strange List Of Phobias
| Object | Phobia |
|---|---|
| rabies | hydrophobophobia |
| rail travel | siderodromophobia |
| religious works of art | iconophobia |
| reptiles | batrachophobia |
Is it OK to make mistakes in art?
Imperfection and mistakes are not just common in art making, but are actually an important part in the artmaking process. The mistakes give you clues about what works and doesn’t, letting you experiment, learn, and keep moving. But with every piece of art you make, you’ll be a better artist than you were before.
What is the phobia of art?
A Strange List Of Phobias
| Object | Phobia |
|---|---|
| punishment | poinephobia |
| rabies | hydrophobophobia |
| rail travel | siderodromophobia |
| religious works of art | iconophobia |
How do you get out of a drawing block?
Artist Block Exercises
- Breathe, and know it will pass. It’s okay to not be 100\% on all the time.
- Take a break. Sometimes you just need a good old break to recharge your creativity.
- Change up your creative space.
- Socialize with the people you love.
- Don’t think, just do!
- Go outside for a walk.
- Do something else creative.