Why you should make an ugly thing

What happens when you let go of the idea of making your art "perfect"? Too many beginners trap their development in a cage of perfectionism. The key to open that cage is the ugly thing.
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Thank you!

[@patlatour2465]

Thanks for this I always remind myself to keep pushing through the ugly phase in my watercolors this was a great practice.

[@karenlynningalls5851]

Well said! Making art truly is like a conversation. I use that analogy too, to explain that marvelous dialogue.

[@marielouisedavidson4834]

Wonderful explanation and tutorial. Thank you so much!

[@patmorris4174]

Interesting! Thank you for the reminder to push through my drawing messes!

[@infinitepile]

The inner dialogue, yes

[@taketimetoseait396]

Watching for a second time....can't imagine how it happened... 😅 Ann, Florida fan

[@sherrylcallander1491]

Amazing!

[@jazsto]

This is great! Thank you.

[@Shrn57]

You’re inspiring me to STOP being so realistic with my drawings. I definitely need motivation to loosen up. Thanks!

[@markliamsmith]

Realism is great (I’m a realist painter). It’s important to learn all styles in order to appreciate any style. 👍

[@Shrn57]

I have SO much to learn!