Art Prof

Do you look at what you create as an artist and just hate everything about it? Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-xLZfXQ-2IY. This is a really common reaction to our own artwork, we are our own toughest critics. This video explains coping strategies for how to shift your mindset when you experience this frustrating situation as an artist. Discussion led by Art Prof Clara Lieu and Teaching Artists Alex Rowe and Cat Huang.

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Try these sketchbook prompts using collage! Collage is a great way to get started in your sketchbook, and can prompt you to experiment and try new approaches in your sketchbook. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/St3biDFJUa8 Your sketchbook is a wonderful "sand box" where you can play with technique you don't usually use. Demo led by Teaching Artists Jordan McCracken-Foster and Lauryn Welch.

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See how an animation of a snail is made in 1 hour in Procreate! Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/CuGaraVoIww. Using basic techniques in Procreate this is a quick way to whip together a fun, simple animation of a snail character. Inspiration is taken from our reference photos of snails, available on our free reference photo collection on Flickr. Demo led by Teaching Artist Deepti Menon and Art Prof Clara Lieu.

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What is a "bad" illustration? This video shows a broad range of illustrations, and the opinions of several artists as to why the artworks effective or not.  Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/dz13PwVQ8Ss. The opinion of each artist on the illustrations then stimulates a discussion on why a specific illustration is successful or not. Discussion led by Art Prof Clara Lieu and Teaching Artists Jordan McCracken-Foster and Cat Huang.

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Learn techniques for how to draw imaginary vehicles using several reference photos of cars, structures, and more. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/V2hPXZj1OFQ. Drawing methods for drawing with line to articulate rigid, manmade forms will be explained in this drawing tutorial, using black ink and pencils. Demo led by Teaching Artists Jordan McCracken-Foster and Alex Rowe. 

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Why are some artists overrated, while some art underrated? Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/wV_OOv9B9Ds This video provides 3 examples of overrated artists, and 3 examples of underrated artists, explaining the specific reasons why these artists receive more, or less attention over time. Discussion led by Art Prof Clara Lieu and Teaching Artists Alex Rowe & Deepti Menon.

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See how to draw lobsters realistically using digital painting techniques in Adobe Fresco, and a mixed media technique using watercolor and oil pastel on Yupo paper. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/EuaAkg4B2yo. Working from detailed reference photos, tips are explained for how to capture the color variations and textures in a lobster. Demo by Art Prof Clara Lieu and Guest Teaching Artist Mia Rozear.

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Get tips for how to draw cars with markers and ballpoint pen! Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/X4O5ZAJ9jeo Where do you start when drawing a car, which can be challenging and complex for many artists? This video explains and demonstrates techniques for how to create drawings of cars that are convincing in their structure, line, and shape. Demo led by Teaching Artists Jordan McCracken-Foster and Cat Huang.

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Instagram is changing to prioritize video over photos, is Instagram over for artists who rely on the platform to promote their artwork? Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/YYy6ydSM0d4 With social media changes, it can be really challenging for artists to know what to do. Do you seek out other social media platforms to promote your work, do you try to translate your photos into video content? Discussion led by Art Prof Clara Lieu and Teaching Artists Deepti Menon and Cat Huang.

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With the announcement that Hunter Biden is selling his artwork through New York City gallerist Georges Bergès, ethics concerns are being raised by both the art world and in politics. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/WwDV4dt0HHQ Hunter Biden's artworks will be priced between $75,000 and $500,000 individually, is his artwork any good, is it worth commanding these prices? Discussion led by Art Prof Clara Lieu, Teaching Artist Lauryn Welch, and guest speaker & investigative journalist Lindsay Beyerstein.

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