Starting From nothing

[stormrider85]

Hi anyone reading this, i was just seeking some tips or advice on a situation ive put myself in.

You see I've made it my personal goal to spend this year improving my illustration skills in all aspects including pencil drawing,digital painting, everything!

I have bought about 4 or 5 anatomy books, Big ones to give me the best possible information at my disposal any time i need it.

Heres the problem I have i got everything ready, sketchbooks equipment but have been putting off getting officially starting because of the simple fact,



......I dont know where to begin,
i dont know exactly where to start with improving my skills.

Like such as a day to day routines, exercises, which area to begin in and where to go from there?



Any got any ideas or advice on where i should start or some really good exercises that are necessary?


thanks

[hemP]

I would just draw from life constantly, every spare chance I get I would draw. Do just as much stuff from imagination, and work through the books from front to back one by one.

[Ravendell]

Welcome to CA

Its good to see other people just starting with drawing as well. I think it can be a great asset to watch others that are trying to get of the ground as beginners.

Anyway, i basically started (still am) with "The structure of Man". Next to that, i get alot of inspiration/information from the people here. The vibes here are amazing!

But yeah, it can be hard to see the trees in the forest sometime. Best advice i can give is, take it slow and self-reflect and orientate alot. Good luck!