How Do I Start Illustrating?

How Do I Start Illustrating?
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How do you become a beginner illustrator?

My top tips for becoming an illustrator:

  1. Don’t rush. …
  2. Work hard. …
  3. Don’t quit your day job (just yet) …
  4. Get industry advice. …
  5. Learn to compromise. …
  6. See yourself as a business. …
  7. Think about portfolio presentation. …
  8. Don’t be shy.

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Where do I start when drawing to begin?

If you’re not sure where to begin on the blank page in front of you: start with the upper left corner if you’re right-handed, or the upper right corner if you’re left-handed. Then work your way down. This way you avoid smearing the paper with your hand.

Sophia Al-Mansoor
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Sophia Al-Mansoor

Sophia analyzes international trade, startup ecosystems, retail transformation, and supply chain logistics for modern digital publications.