Any tips or advice for a would-be painter who's getting so frustrated they're almost ready to give up?

You are right now where EVERY ARTIST THAT EVER LIVED has been before!





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Whether your issue is lack of inspiration, being stuck in a rut, your work is not getting attention even though you are showing, sales are off, or you need to grow but can't afford classes right now. . . you are not alone. In fact you are in one of the largest groups there is. . . .





There are a few things you can do, depending on where your frustration lies:





1. Rearrange your studio or area where you work.


2. Clean out your supplies and reorganize them.


3. Inventory your finished and unfinished works.


4. Put away that which is frustrating you. . . even for a week. It will look fresh after you have looked at something else for a while.


5. Try a new medium or a new method with your current medium.


6. Try a different style.


7. Use a color that you never use as your dominant color . . . this can work!


8. Change your subject matter for a day or two.


9. Go to a few museums or shows.


10. Join a painting group.


11. Teach someone what you know.


12. Enter a show, even if you never have before. Seeing one of your best on the wall with other works can do great things for the ego and the creativity.





I know I look forward to reading the other suggestions you get too. I get stuck often. . . . and I am ALWAYS frustrated!Any tips or advice for a would-be painter who's getting so frustrated they're almost ready to give up?
Life is frustrating persevere don't be a wuss.


Are you frustrated with your abilities Practice and Patience you will get better


Are you frustrated with venue to show your art hustle hustle hustle its up to you to find your audience.


Are you frustrated with the medium Hey you bought the paints use them like you want break the rules. Be Safe some paints are toxic.


Painting is all on you there is very little if no support for your hard work. Get to know the other painters in your area they are the only friends who will relate to what you go through.


Get an art education because that is where you learn to think about and focus your creative energy.


Lastly focus this frustration into your work the results will be a learning experience in understanding the emotions a painter goes through to create a master piece.





Good Luck and Please don't give up if this is your passion find the strength to work harder.Any tips or advice for a would-be painter who's getting so frustrated they're almost ready to give up?
Art can take MANY forms. Maybe you are better looking through a lens. Perhaps sculpting would work. Metal art is interesting.


Ceramics might work for you. There are SO many options to let your creative juices flow. Explore them.
Never give up. Remember it is all technique you will learn. Start with your brushes. Experiment with the strokes they make. Keep at it.
Maybe painting's not your forte. Have you tried another medium?
Explore other options. I gave up painting and became a carpenter. I love it!