Tag: beginner-tips

Years ago I doodled for fun, and now I want to build a steady drawing habit. I can spare about 20 minutes most evenings, and my space is a small desk with paper and pencils only. I'm aiming to improve line control and simple shading, not full pieces. A light routine or mini-curriculum would help keep me consistent. What would a week of short sessions look like, and how should I track progress? Bonus if it stays enjoyable so I don't burn out. (Details: small budget, limited time, and I'd prefer simple over perfect.)

Picked up a used digital piano and I'm doing 20 minutes a day with a lesson app. I know a bit of music theory from choir and but my hands feel clumsy and I lose motivation after two weeks. What practice structure or milestones kept you going past the first month? Details: small budget, limited time, and I'd prefer simple over perfect.