DaneAlex

I've been working on an autobiography of sorts lately. I know I'm only 22, but trust me, I have stories to tell. My purpose for this self-reflection is just that... to reflect on myself, understand why I am the way I am, and to correlate my past with nuances and quirks I seem to have picked up alone the way.

Anyways, I just wanted to (1) encourage this, as it's very therapeutic, and (2) explain why I haven't uploaded any new art lately... just preoccupied. I'd like to finish this thing by the end of August, which I don't think is an unrealistic deadline to set for myself.

Maybe I'll post some of it, see what you guys think. I don't know if it's readable or interesting to others, but I'll post some if someone is willing or interesting enough to read it.

Starting up a DeviantArt account has motivated me to start making more art. What's strange, though, is that I find I'm overwhelmed by the media with which I can create art. Where do I start?

Graphite?
Ink?
Paint?
Collage?
The list goes on...


And I'm also torn between watermarks and no watermarks, and allowing people to download my art, full file. While I like that my art is being seen and bringing people joy or pleasure by looking at it, I don't want my art used in ways which I would not approve, or distributed without my consent. I'm self-conscious and protective with my art, otherwise I'd just make it public domain with no questions asked.

I hope those cursing my watermarks read this and see that it's only a trite effort to prevent abuse of my art, that's all.





And my muse can send me inspiration anytime she (or he, but I imagine my muse is a she) wants.

Started an account on here today. I'd known about this site for a while, frequently perused through art when I was bored in class or had nothing to do. I never thought about uploading my own art, mostly because I'm self-conscious about it and never really think it's all that good...

But then I thought to myself, "Dane, why not upload some of your art? Isn't part of the reason people submit their art to DeviantArt.com to solicit feedback from other artists/enthusiasts?" What better way to become a better artist than from feedback, tips and the input of fellow artists.

So here I am.

I'm not sure how much I'll be uploading, and due to my lack of confidence in my art, I will be pick-and-choosey with what I put on here, but hopefully in time, I'll be confident enough to post more art from my plethora of things I've got strewn throughout my room and house.

I've only uploaded 3 or 4 works so far and have already gotten some great feedback. I really appreciate it, you guys. I don't really consider myself an artist; more an experienced dabbler, so your words of praise and encouragement are generous and appreciated. I hope to see your work, as well!

Happy arting, deviants!
==> Dane