So after a REALLY LONG time I’m finally here with an update 😂😂
First off – my apologies for taking so long.
I’ve been working on many different things, and haven’t had enough time to update here as well.
In addition, I must admit that the podcast(s) is where I want to feel fully free to post ONLY whenever I feel like it (unlike YouTube which is ironclad haha).
So here’s the gist of it:
Took a quick break from the manga
Lot’s of thoughts on where my next innovation will be
Submitted a painting for a pokemon fanart contest on eFour forum (which is the cover photo for this episode!)
I want to really thank you for listening and sticking around.
It’s always a balancing act – juggling creating art for the sake of art, working selfishly, VS doing stuff for you, posting more content etc.
I have to make sure both ends are fulfilled 😁
With that, I hope to talk to you again real soon! 😊🙏🏼
Take care, and feel free to reach out to me anywhere on my different social media channels.
In this episode I’m sharing my recent thoughts on my brand, the things I want to create and represent with my art, future website changes and personal updates.
Here are the key updates:
Website – Planning major improvements for my website, making it a better hub for my content, and a better reflection of who I am as a person and as an artist.
Art Style – My desire to make my style more contemporary and authentic, for MY OWN enjoyment from it. Perhaps some movement away from the traditional, and more towards the pop culture and relevant.
Higher quality – Mentioned very briefly, this is a part of the trend I’ve experienced for a few months now. Taking a step back, working on my skills and improving the QUALITY of my work. I have no problems with quantity when necessary. However, I want to raise my own bar.
In this episode I’m sharing a personal update and talking about my low productivity in the last couple of weeks. And on a positive note – I’m talking about getting back into POKEMON cards! 😁
2020 has been quite a challenge so far.
I do hope to turn the tables with the last third of the year, from September-December.
Thank you for listening 😊🙏🏼
Here’s how to get in touch with me:
Instagram – @LironYanILTikTok – @Liron.YanYouTube – Liron Yanconsky ArtLinkedIn – Liron YanconskyPinterest – Liron YanconskyTwitter – @LironYan
In today’s episode I want to address some of the questions I got in a recent Instagram live session I did – both SERIOUS and FUN ones!
Getting Over Frustration
The first question I address is regarding getting over feelings of frustration and lack of motivation / inspiration, specifically after returning to it following a break.
The question was phrased in a way that makes me see this in the MACRO – some stages in our lives will be less creative – and this is NORMAL. You may be preoccupied with important commitments, or go through a particular challenge.
It’s important to accept this and avoid judging yourself to harshly.
Additional solutions:
If you haven’t created in a while – set the goalpost to be creating something every day. The result DOES NOT MATTER. Paint / draw / use whatever medium you use every day, regardless of how you feel. Did you create? That’s a win.
Use a different medium / art supply
Create outside if possible
Take a break! If you’re on the other side of this – and you create consistently but don’t like / enjoy what you produce – a BREAK can help.
How to Start Your Art Journey?
This is another question I get often, phrased this way or similarly.
How do I get started as an artist?
How do I become an artist?
Well… Artists make art!
So if you’re making art, you are an artist.
Now comes the question – do you want to go full time? Are you striving to improve? Etc.
Listen to the audio for my full thoughts 😉
What Does Art Mean to Me?
Another interesting one I got.
To me – art is EXPRESSION.
It’s about expression yourself.
It doesn’t matter WHAT you create, your inner most authentic self will be embedded in it.
What If Watercolor Disappeared?
Here’s a VERY interesting “what if?” question I actually got on YouTube.
If watercolor & gouache disappeared from this world – what medium will I use?
My answer is either going ALL-IN on pencil and pen (including digital drawing for that matter), which I ALWAYS loved and enjoyed… OR acrylics! This is another medium I used several times and enjoyed quite a bit.
Conclusion
I hope you enjoyed hearing my takes on these questions.
I’ll do another Instagram live session next week, so make sure you follow here: @LironYanIL😁
And here are the rest of the places where you can find me online:
Hi there! In this episode I’m recapping my April 2020, and talking about taking more time to create “quietly” 😉
Let’s get to it!
Creating Over Sharing
I’m an artist who naturally gravitates towards sharing my art, processes tips and techniques. It’s very easy for me to fall into the “trap” of sharing at the detriment of creation (aka instead of focusing FULLY on the artwork, I’ll take breaks to take pics and share).
In addition, lately I’ve been feeling the potential and the long way I have to grow as an artist, compared to where I’m currently at.
This gap annoyed me and I decided to close it.
All of the above led to me taking more time for pure creation, drawing, painting, practicing etc. – As opposed to sharing.
This meant a slight decrease in posts in many channels.
I’m NOT Going Anywhere Though
Some channels I’m adamant about, and have kept very consistent on:
And, I believe I will go back to the more regular consistency of content pretty soon, once I feel like I gained what I needed (:
What I’ve Been Creating
Here are some of the skills I’ve been practicing in quiet:
– Watercolor
– Anatomy
– Gesture drawing
– Manga
– Digital drawing &painting
– Storyboarding
Videos I Posted / Am Working On
I recently posted a video I think you’ll love, about 3 unique watercolor painting exercises.
You can check it out here:
In addition, I’ll post a vid on Saturday on DRAWING, showing a quicker VS slower approach.
PencilKings.com – Interview with Mitch Bowler
About a week ago I was interviewed by Mitch Bowler from PencilKings.com (which is an excellent resource for concept and drawing, I highly recommend you check them out). We talked about the artistic career, creative growth and much more.
The episode should be out in a few weeks, and I’ll keep you updated on that one. I had a fun time and Mitch is a great guy!
And this is it for today! If you want to reach out – you know where to find me 😉
