I want to start painting and I need some advise?

Question

I am not a artist by any means. Grandma Moses could draw better than me. But I have the time and I am willing to learn. I am older (stop with the jokes). Any suggestion for the beginner? Supplies, books-what ever. And what to draw?

Answer 1

Wow I love painting' the form of painting that I do Is that of wet into wet technique and the medium of choice is Oil. I started with the Bob Ross starters kit it gave me everything that i needed and instructional booklet as well to help with the strokes and techniques. For me I would say don't get discouraged mistakes do make you better and practice often,when I started my clouds looked like big lollipops in the sky but with determination and practice I almost can't believe how easy and realistic they appear now, I even sell my paintings.But I do remember I did want to give up because I sucked at it, but I loved it 'myself would not let me give up' well hopes this helps and happy painting my friend and don't forget to have fun with it.

Answer 2

Go to your library county hq, they will probably have the largest selection of art how to books. Personally, before I would start painting right off the bat I would practice with some drawing. Try copying some simple sketches made by da vinci, van gogh or rafael... don't be too alarmed, many of their sketches are simple. Another thing to consider is many art councils have weekly live model drawing sessions, which at around $20 for 2-4 hours is better on the wallet than a class, but a class is really a wonderful way to learn, wether it be in the beginning or at some point in your new found interest. Good luck!

Answer 3

Go to your local community college Take the Beginners Class in Painting
Oils are Nice because they take longer to dry you can blend the color,
Acrylic is better for beginers, but be patient and stick with it- If you do maybe someday you'll be a famous artist- but remember 1 out of 100 pictures you paint might be a materpiece -If your Lucky!
Watercolor is Tricky to master but results can be wimpy or magnificent.
But its not easy and takes years of practice to master.
Good Luck!

Answer 4

Look for instructional books by North Light studio - all of their are great - and choose one that pertains to a subject that interests you, whether it's flowers, landscapes, animals, etc. They also have great books with general exercises like "Painting from the Inside Out". Then paint and have fun, and best wishes to you!

Answer 5

The "All About Techniques In ..." books are good. Such as "All About Techniques In Oil." They also come in Pastel, Drawing, Watercolor, Illustration, etc. Beyond that, just start drawing anything. Could be abstract or whatever, just to get your pen or brush moving. Don't worry about whether it resembles whatever you're drawing. The idea is to just get started and learning, as in developing shape, form, shading, lighting, color, dimension, etc. Over time the more you draw-paint the better you will get. Hope this helps.

Answer 6

You could try taking classes through your town's adult education classes or summer program. In our town, there are several art classes you could choose from, the classes are relatively inexpensive, and the students are usually beginners who are trying something new like you. See if your town has some classes available or maybe a nearby college. That's how I started and I have taken watercolors, faux painting, and pottery.

Answer 7

paint from your gut. It's an emotion that words can't grasp, you'll know it when you feel it. It's better to paint 100 pieces in a year than only one, no growth comes from it. Good Luck :)

Answer 8

this is your art - it comes out from you. no one can really tell you what you can paint, everyone gets inspiration from different things - sometimes it takes a long time for that inspiration to come but when it does it's like a wild fire. To brush up on some techniques definately check out local art classes, read books, go to art museums, you'll find out what you like as far as mediums. good luck and go you :]

Answer 9

Paint Jack running with the sandwich. At the bottom paint
Don't you come back no more no more , Hit the road Jack.

Answer 10

there are some beginner books at art shows and Ben Franklins. Also finding a pictures out of magiines or out of your own photo album. When at art shows, ask advice from painters, photographers, and sculptures. another great piece of art is sculpting, start with playdoe just to practice. there are many classes and teachers to.