21-Draw-Illustrators-Guidebook-vol-2-ebook-(2021)

MOTION AND STORYTELLING
This tip is pretty straightforward. This doesn’t
require a great deal of effort, but many artists
miss it:
Whether it is a simple doodle or a more
complex illustration . . . ALWAYS TELL A STORY
WITH YOUR DRAWINGS!
Telling stories should become second nature on
your path to developing into a professional artist.
Storytelling is the essence of what artists do—we
tell a story with each drawing and each doodle
we create.
Try not to overthink the storytelling process. It
is easy to become lost in the idea of crafting the
perfect story and that in itself can prevent us from
creating art. There must be a balance, and it is
simple to find once you start drawing from a story
mindset.
PRO TIP FOR CREATING MOTION:
Use motion lines and background
elements to create a sense of movement
in your drawings and they will quickly
improve.
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