Select the digital art software you will use to create your original drawing. Create a drawing that uses at least two drawing tools, fills the canvas with details, and uses the element of form. You can use realistic proportion or distort it to create an abstract feel. Use your inspiration list and your practice to help you and remember digital art software filters belong to another artist.
Make sure to save your digital image as a JPEG file. This will ensure every device can open your artwork. Consider signing your digital work and dating it. That way your work is safe in the digital world. Although you're submitting your work as a JPEG file, it's important to keep your editable file in case you need to return to your artwork later.
Part Two: Create Your Artist Statement
What do you want people to know about your artwork? Start with the basics:
Artist—That's you!
Title—Make it something meaningful, and be creative.
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Date
Now that you have the basics, you need to explain the meaning of your work and the path you took to get to your finished product. Not only are you an artist, you're a writer. Use correct spelling, grammar, and your art vocabulary so others can understand your artistic journey. The following questions will guide you as you write your description:
Which digital art software did you use to create your drawing? What was challenging about this program, and how did you overcome the challenges?
Explain how you used the element of form.
What digital drawing tools did you use? What is a tip or piece of advice you would give a new digital artist for using one of these tools?
