If you've ever seen me draw, you'd know I'm far from being an artist π€£ Honestly, I can't help but laugh at my own artworks because it isn't exactly my strong suit.
I've mentioned before, whenever I present my so-called artworks to my friends and family, all I see are puzzled expressions π My artworks are the ones that you wouldn't even guess right in Gartic, even if you had all the hints π€£
When I was younger, my mom gave me a piece of advice that has stuck with me throughout my life. It was when I received a grade of 90 (my lowest at that time) despite being the rank 2 in our class. She told me that when I struggle with something, I should focus on it more than my favorite subjects. I've carried that with me ever since.
So, one day, it occurred to me: why not explore this artistic side of mine and dedicate some time to it? After all, my motto is to try everything and strive to be good at everything I do.
I had to admit that I wasn't even sure if I have this artistic side within me, but I'll try anyway!
So, I turned to my youngest sister, who happens to be quite the artistic one. She spends her free time honing her skills, trading artworks with her friends online.
I was even thrilled when she agreed to teach me, despite knowing how terrible I am when it comes to this π She suggested I install the Ibis Paint app, and assured me that it would be beginner-friendly for someone like me. I'm not sure what she meant by that but whatever, I trust her judgment, especially since whenever I watch her create art, it seems like it's sooo easy!
She was on a call with her art buddies, so I patiently waited for her to finish before she teach me the basics. It's not just about learning, it's also our way of bonding.
While waiting, I decided to open the Ibis Paint app and explore it on my own. I started with a blank canvas.
But then, I found myself wondering, What do I even do next?
I began experimenting with different brushes, one color at a time. Honestly, I had no idea what I was doing, but I continued anyway.
Then, I tried the felt tip pen, I'm pretty sure it's the hard one, and tried doodling faces on the color swatches I created.
What was going through my mind when I created those faces? Lol.
I didn't stop at just one. I kept going, one quirky face after another. Then, I took a look at my so-called artwork. Who would've been thrilled to see this? π No one! But hey, I couldn't help but feel a sense of accomplishment for giving this a shot.
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As of this writing, I'm examining those quirky doodles I created. Are the reactions the same as how I created them? Because those faces don't look impressed! HAHAHAHA
My sister ended her call with her art friends, so it's finally time for me to learn how to navigate this app properly (I also watch tutorial vids!).
I'll be sharing my progress here (if there's any lol) even if it's as small as a pea!
Until next time! β¨
Have you ever tried something way out of your comfort zone? Whether it's art or something different, tell me about it!
All images and gif are mine unless stated otherwise.
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Art created by me using Ibis Paint
Being 'artistic' is also a frustration of mine. I hated assignments that require you to draw based on personal interpretation of a certain topic/book in school.
Your doodles look cute though! They show some character. My doodles would have no depth. hahaha
Quite the contrary to your mother's advice, if you've encountered Strengthsfinder program, they actually advise you more on developing more on you strengths than looking back at your weaknesses. I guess we can treat our weaknesses as sunk costs. :P
Hahahaha I totally get the frustration with those assignments π I'm glad I don't have to do that anymore π€£
Thanks for the compliment on my doodles! I'm not really sure if they really show some character tho hahaha
Treating weaknesses as sunk costs is a good way to look at it π
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I think that Art should be anything; Anything that involves a creative aspect of the mind. So, you are an Artist in my eyes π
Awww, thank you Milly! π₯° That means a lot to me!
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! help(no space) to get help on Hive. InfoPano pa ako huhu π
Just explore the tools, C, and you'll get by! π Great choice of color. Vibrant and complementing. I like the red one hehe, cute expression. Such a nice sister bonding!
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Baka 95 sayo? Hahaha
Thanks, Ji! I still have a lot to learn and to explore. I'm glad you like the colors and the red one, too!
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I wonder if this is the whole piece... π€
This guy's my favorite hehehehe
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It's not the whole piece π
Glad you appreciate the blue guy π
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ang cu-cuteee.
napaghahalataan na magaling tumingin ng mga emotions ng tao si Cthings.
It should be pointed out though that 'pen pressure' is an important thing pagdating sa pag gawa ng art in digital (most phones and tabs don't have them.), the tools are just as important as personal skill~
artist na si C ohhhh!~π
tenkyuuu Demo! π₯°
thanks sa tip! will keep that in mind π«ΆπΌ
I funf these artwork cute. Hehe
Awww, thank youuu π₯°
Aww c ~ cutieee doodles ~ π
Awwiee, thanks Jude! π
Cute doodles π«Ά
Thankiee, nacht π
CUTIE!! You pass!
Pwede na bang artist? HAHAHAHA parang sa pagiging maarte lang ako papasa π€£
Pwede na C! HAHAHA lagay mo na sa nftshowroom HAHAHA
Super husay naman this girl.
enebe ako lang 'to! HAHAHAHA charot, thanks beerbod, sana nga mahusay π
I can't believe you don't consider yourself artistic when I've been (lowkey) copying your desk's arrangement and minimal decors back when we were still colleagues!
The face doodles are very cute, I could almost see it on a notebook's cover! Keep it up! Great bonding with your sister too! β₯β₯β₯
Awww! I didn't know my desk setup and decors had a fan! HAHAHAHA
Thanks for the !LUV on my doodles π«ΆπΌ
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Yey! Excited to reach that number of upvotes ππΌ thanks hivebuzz!
You're welcome @cthings! Have a nice day ππ
Woah grabeh sa 90 ang lowest. I remember iniyakan ko pa yong 75 sa Math. Haha! Keep on doodling, you're fine. :D
Everything is an Art! You really nailed it Ciiiπ€©π€©β£β£