How Can We Practice Making Our Art Regularly?
Here are some tips that may help:
- Create a Routine: Schedule specific times for art practice, even if it's just for 15-30 minutes a day. Consistency is key, so find a time that works for you and stick to it.Â
- Find Subjects You Enjoy: Don't feel limited to traditional subjects. Draw what inspires you, whether it's still life, portraits, or even abstract shapes.Â
- Embrace Experimentation: Don't be afraid to try new mediums, techniques, or styles. Your sketchbook can be a safe space for exploration and mistakes.Â
- Track Progress: Keep a sketchbook and document your work, even if you're not satisfied with every piece. This allows you to see your progress over time and learn from your mistakes.Â
- Seek Inspiration and Feedback: Connect with other artists, either here at r/ArtFestival, other platforms, or in-person, to share your work and receive constructive criticism.Â
- Keep Supplies Accessible:Â Have your art supplies readily available so you don't have to spend time gathering them when you're ready to create.Â
- Don't Overwhelm Yourself: Start small and gradually build up your practice. If you're new to drawing, begin with simple shapes and gradually increase the complexity.Â
- Make it a Habit: Treat your art practice like any other important habit, like exercise or meditation. The more you engage with it, the more natural it will become.Â
- Remember that art is a process: Like any process, drawing and other art forms take practice and dedication to improve. Don't get discouraged by initial challenges; focus on consistent effort and enjoy the messiness.Â
My Story
Hi, I’m Mike—the artist of Mike Kraus Art Inc.
I’ve been making art since I could hold a crayon. As a kid, I’d fill every notebook, homework margin, and scrap of paper with doodles. I sold my first artwork in junior high, sketching in class and handing off pieces between periods. That early love for making things never faded. I followed it all the way to the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, and eventually, I decided to stop treating art as a side hustle and make it my life’s work.
My paintings are full of energy, motion, and saturated color. I’m drawn to bold shapes and organic lines—forms that feel alive. I create with the hope that my work brings something beautiful and uplifting into someone’s day. Whether it’s a spark of joy, a moment of calm, or just a splash of color that makes you pause—I want my art to connect with something real.
Now, I’m lucky enough to paint full-time, with collectors across the U.S. and in dozens of countries around the world. But more than anything, I still feel like that kid with a crayon, excited to create. I’m grateful to share this journey with you—and I hope you find something in my work that makes your world a little brighter.
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