If you are looking for a creative outlet, learning how to make art might be one of the best activities for you. Not only does art come with the potential for personal growth, honing of skills, and knowledge gain, but it can also be a great way to relax after a long day.
When looking for art to try for the first time as a beginner, it is important to start with projects that are achievable and easy, such as starting with a few simple supplies and a few guides, to help anyone get started. This article outlines some of the best type of art available for beginners, and will discuss what art is good for beginners.
Drawing
The most basic and accessible of all the arts, drawing is great for beginners, particularly those with not a lot of time on their hands, since it usually requires just a few basic supplies. While there are many different art mediums, drawing is the first and foremost to start with since it is the most basic and straightforward way to create artwork with and understand visual language. To get started, all a beginner needs is just a few items such as a pencil and paper, or even a marker and a napkin, to start on their art adventure.
Furthermore, with the power of the internet, there are a plethora of tutorials, tips, and guidance available to any beginner who wishes to explore drawing further.
Painting
Painting is another great art form for beginners. While it does require a bit more commitment than drawing and takes a bit more of an investment in terms of supplies, beginner artists don’t need to invest in expensive supplies such as oils, ext. Instead, all they really need to start with is some good quality canvas, an acrylic paint set, some basic brushes, and a palette.
There is also the option, especially when starting on a budget, to opt for canvas paper, which usually comes in large pads that can be cut to size later. Furthermore, much like drawing, the internet is a great place to find painting tutorials and advice to help jumpstart one’s painting career.
Illustration
Illustration is another great way for beginner artists to enter the art world. Not only is illustration accessible and fun, but it also allows one to explore their creativity and gain knowledge of visual storytelling – something that is important for any artist, but especially so for someone who is inundated with entertainment on a near daily basis, for whom creativity and fresh ideas can be hard to come by.
To start with illustration, all a budding artist really needs is drawing supplies, a few supplies like paints, or even just pencils and erasers. Again, the internet is a great place to find tutorials and advice from experts, and from there, the work of potential masterpieces can begin.
Mixed Media
Mixed media is also a great way for beginner artists to explore the world of art. Not only does it allow artists to explore multiple mediums and techniques, but it also allows more freedom in terms of what can be created. For example, instead of just focusing on drawing or painting, one can explore creating three dimensional pieces, or even digital art.
To start with mixed media, one should first consider what kind of art they want to make, and then invest in quality supplies and tutorials from the internet.
Photography
Photography is an especially great way for beginners to get into art. Not only is photography incredibly accessible and affordable for anyone who wishes to explore it, but it also allows one to capture images that can be appreciated and admired, both by the photographer and by other people.
To start with photography, all one needs is a camera, either digital or film, and some basic editing software. Furthermore, with the various forms of modern photography, Photoshop also allows one to explore the creative world of photography further, and is a great tool to learn when just starting out.
Printmaking
Printmaking is also a great activity for beginner artists, particularly those who enjoy more physical forms of art. Printmaking can involve anything from linocut blocks, to woodcuts, to creating etchings, and more. To get started, all a beginner needs is some linoleum, wood, or metal, some basic carving tools, and some paper, or linseed oil, depending on the texture of the material one wishes to work on.
Plus, the internet is full of tutorials and guidance on how to carve and create the perfect etchings, woodcuts and linocuts, for the perfect masterpieces.
Sculpting
Sculpting is yet another great option for beginner artists. Not only is it a creative outlet, but it also allows one to explore the realm of three-dimensional artworks, which can be very satisfying and fulfilling.
To get started, all one needs is a few basic supplies, such as clay, mold, and tools to be able to start sculpting. Plus, the internet is full of tutorials, guides, and tips if one wishes to explore further and become an even better sculptor.
Pottery
Pottery is also a great art form to explore as a beginner. After all, pottery requires minimal tools and supplies and can be quite relaxing.
To get started, all one needs is some basic clay or a ready-made pottery set, and some soil or plaster, depending on the type of pottery one wishes to make. Furthermore, there are plenty of tutorials and guides available online, to help any beginner learn the basics of pottery and create the perfect pieces of artwork.
Textiles
Textiles is another great place to start as a beginner in the art world. Not only is it relatively easy to get started, with minimal supplies, but it also allows one to explore patterns, colour, and design, in different ways.
To get started, all one needs is some fabric, thread, and needles, and some knowledge of how to embroider and do needlework. Again, the internet is a great resource of tutorials and tips on how to get started in this art form, to help create beautiful pieces that can be admired by others.
Jewellery Making
Jewellery making is also a great option for beginners in the art world. Not only is it relatively easy and affordable to start, but it also allows beginner jewellers to explore design, texture, and colour, in unique ways.
To get started in jewellery making, all one needs is some basic supplies such as beads, wire, and pliers, and a few tutorials and tips which fortunately, can be easily found online. With just a few items, and a bit of knowledge, anybody is able to start making stunning pieces of jewellery.
Papercraft
Papercraft is another great form of art for beginners to explore. Not only is it a great way to get creative with minimal supplies, but it also allows one to explore and hone their creative shaping abilities.
To get started in papercraft, all a beginner needs is some paper, scissors, and a few basic supplies such as glue, craft punches, and a few stencils. Plus, there are plenty of tutorials and tips on papercraft available online to help those who are just starting out.
Calligraphy
Calligraphy is yet another great art form for beginners to explore. Not only does it require minimal supplies and knowledge, but it also allows one to explore their creativity and artistic ability in unique ways.
To get started with calligraphy, all one needs is some quality writing utensils such as pens and inks, as well as some basic knowledge of the form which fortunately, can be easily found online. With just a few supplies and a bit of guidance, the perfect calligraphy pieces will be just around the corner.
Conclusion
For those looking to get into art for the first time, having a good look at the art forms mentioned above is a great place to start. Not only are all relatively easy to start and explore, but many of them also require minimal supplies. What’s more, the possibilities for the perfect artwork or masterpieces are endless.
All beginner artists need is some basic supplies, a few tutorials and tips, and some inspiration and guidance, and they can create artworks they never knew they had the capacity to make.