Uploaded October 2024 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Introduction 00:00
Mistake 1- Using photos that are too small, blurry or pixelated 00:34
Mistake 2- Using photos that are over or underexposed 02:23
Mistake 3- Using photos that have important parts cropped off 04:56
In this week's video, I'm explaining 3 major mistakes I often see beginners make when choosing reference photos for drawing or painting purposes.
These mistakes can make your art-making process much more difficult than it needs to be and can also hold you back from developing your skills to a higher level.
It's essential that, if you're using photos, you know how to choose them.
Ever since the camera was invented and made accessible to the general public, artists have been using photos as references out of practicality.
And, of course, each artist uses references in their own unique way, depending on the results/styles they are after, and what they enjoy doing.
If you'd like to learn more about how artists use photos to create unique, engaging art, check out this blog post. 👉erikalancaster.com/art-blog/an-artists-guide-to-using-references-pt1-when-and-how-to-use-other-peoples-photographs-to-create-art
Hope this one's helpful and let me know if you have any questions. 💛
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How to Use the Rule of Thirds to Improve Your Paintings youtu.be/OSHtvWeddTI
Artists, Stop Copying Photos! Do This Instead.
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Best Free Online Resources for Artists
youtu.be/5H2aI0X1tdg
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Introduction 00:00
Mistake 1- Using photos that are too small, blurry or pixelated 00:34
Mistake 2- Using photos that are over or underexposed 02:23
Mistake 3- Using photos that have important parts cropped off 04:56
In this week's video, I'm explaining 3 major mistakes I often see beginners make when choosing reference photos for drawing or painting purposes.
These mistakes can make your art-making process much more difficult than it needs to be and can also hold you back from developing your skills to a higher level.
It's essential that, if you're using photos, you know how to choose them.
Ever since the camera was invented and made accessible to the general public, artists have been using photos as references out of practicality.
And, of course, each artist uses references in their own unique way, depending on the results/styles they are after, and what they enjoy doing.
If you'd like to learn more about how artists use photos to create unique, engaging art, check out this blog post. 👉erikalancaster.com/art-blog/an-artists-guide-to-using-references-pt1-when-and-how-to-use-other-peoples-photographs-to-create-art
Hope this one's helpful and let me know if you have any questions. 💛
► Find my courses on Gumroad here:
erikalancasterartist.gumroad.com
► More helpful videos for artists:
How to Use the Rule of Thirds to Improve Your Paintings youtu.be/OSHtvWeddTI
Artists, Stop Copying Photos! Do This Instead.
youtu.be/bz-UEWlXwqQ
Best Free Online Resources for Artists
youtu.be/5H2aI0X1tdg
► Become an art email insider to receive special messages from me and resources to help you improve your sketching and watercolor skills:
https://lancaster-e85-gmail-com.ck.page/d32ef80353
► Gear + Art Business Tools:
-Canon T6 EOS Rebel DSLR Camera
amzn.to/2Xt69HY
-Manfrotto 196B-2 143BKT 2-Section Single Articulated Arm with Camera Bracket (Black) amzn.to/2l7HJ8j
-Yeti Microphone amzn.to/3PtzE9G
-LED Lights for Video Filming amzn.to/45JPfrd
-MacBook Pro 16 inch amzn.to/3sFavQe
*Disclaimer: This channel is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com. It is also a participant of Share-a-Sale, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for content creators to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Shareasale.com partner companies.
#artistadvice #referencephotosforartists
