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Do you have a passion for art? Believe it or not, you don’t need a special degree or certification to get your art career started. While being a self-taught artist isn’t easy, it’s definitely not impossible, either. With enough focus, drive, and determination, you might see your art goals become a reality. We’ve put together a list of tips and tricks to help you get started on your artistic journey.

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  1. From traditional sketches to digital art, there are tons of classes out there that can help you refine specific art skill sets.[5] Search online for classes run by professional artists—these are great, hands-on ways to improve your skills.[6]
    • A lot of professional classes cost money. However, some universities offer free art classes.[7]
    • Sites like Udemy and Skillshare are great places to find online classes.
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    What should I do to become an artist?
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    Jeanine Hattas Wilson is a Professional Painter and the President of Hattas Public Murals, Inc. With nearly 20 years of experience, Jeanine specializes in creating, overseeing, designing, and painting murals. Jeanine holds a BA in Advertising from Marquette University and a Studio Painting Minor from The Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design. She has studied at The Atelier Artien in Paris, France, Los Angeles Academy of Figurative Art, and under renowned artists such as Robert Liberace, Michael Siegel, and William Cochran. To date, Hattas Public Murals has painted nearly 5,000 commissioned works of art in homes and commercial and public spaces.
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    You should keep learning and try out different things. You can take courses to develop your skills. Visit museums and observe historical and contemporary art pieces. Always research and get inspiration from various sources.
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  • Being a self-taught artist comes with its share of challenges, but you’re in good company. Well-known artists like Vincent Van Gogh, Henri Rousseau, and Frida Kahlo were all self-taught.[16]


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This article was co-authored by Jeanine Hattas Wilson and by wikiHow staff writer, Janice Tieperman. Jeanine Hattas Wilson is a Professional Painter and the President of Hattas Public Murals, Inc. With nearly 20 years of experience, Jeanine specializes in creating, overseeing, designing, and painting murals. Jeanine holds a BA in Advertising from Marquette University and a Studio Painting Minor from The Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design. She has studied at The Atelier Artien in Paris, France, Los Angeles Academy of Figurative Art, and under renowned artists such as Robert Liberace, Michael Siegel, and William Cochran. To date, Hattas Public Murals has painted nearly 5,000 commissioned works of art in homes and commercial and public spaces. This article has been viewed 15,587 times.
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