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Let's talk about embracing the blank page.
In this episode, I do a Mini Workshop on the "Like List" exercise—a simple yet powerful tool to help you overcome creative blocks by reconnecting with the things you love to draw.
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In this video, I introduce a simple yet effective exercise called the "Like List" to help artists overcome the challenge of facing a blank page. The exercise involves writing down all the things you genuinely enjoy drawing, reconnecting with the reasons you became an artist in the first place. By listing out your favorite subjects, locations, characters, and feelings, you can spark creativity and generate new ideas by mixing and matching these elements.
I demonstrate how to apply this exercise in a sketching session, showing how combining different items from your list can lead to unique and inspiring concepts. This process not only helps in overcoming creative blocks but also aids in developing a consistent artistic practice. Additionally, I discuss the importance of defining what success means for you personally, whether it's the amount of time spent drawing or the satisfaction derived from the process.
By regularly revisiting and updating your "Like List," you can maintain motivation, stay inspired, and continue to grow as an artist. This exercise serves as a valuable tool in your creative toolkit, helping you to explore your imagination and enjoy the art-making process more fully.
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00:00 intro
02:16 Welcome!
02:59 Simple Exercises are Powerful
05:33 The Like List Exercise Explained In Detail
09:23 Watch Me Make My List
10:46 How To Mix It Up
21:49 Doing Your Like List The Artists Way...
24:22 Picking Something To Draw
25:44 Demo: Let's Embrace The Blank Page
Happy Drawing!
Tim Mcburnie
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