Everything is a subject and a subject within itself. You have the ability to paint your inner thoughts and create your own masterpiece. However, sometimes it becomes difficult to choose a topic to paint. It may seem difficult due to a lack of inspiration or confusion between two or more topics, as to which topic is more appropriate. Finding the right subject matter can be a challenging and lifelong process and many famous artists took years to paint a masterpiece. However, years ago it was arguably easier to choose the subject of a painting. Artists could paint historic scenes, genres or religious icons. But nowadays modern art has taken the place of old art and social media has reinvented the landscape for many skilled artists. As a consequence, many artists may feel uninspired and lost but if you do then rest assured you are not alone. Almost every artist has felt the same way at some stage in his or her career. Therefore, we have come up with a few tips to help you work through the process of choosing a subject for your art.
Make a list of all the themes, things and subjects that are close to your heart and that matter to you.
The basic purpose that every artist has is to depict through his or her artwork a message about the world or an expression of their inner self. If there is no emotional attachment to the subject of a painting, then there is no driving force behind it. Write down the topics that you have a connection with and that provide you with the inspiration to paint.
Apart from known subjects, search some challenging, unique and unusual topics as well.
Many artists believe that by choosing a heartfelt subject they are more likely to achieve better results than with a basic and regular one. But often it is the basic subjects that can be more innovative and present a different approach. Choosing a fresh topic has its own advantages. For example, subjects like Wall Art of Beaches and Wall Art of Boats are unique in their own way.
Evaluate your ideas.
Artists generally evaluate the insights and observations they come across while reviewing other artists’ work. These observations often prove helpful while creating a new piece of art. Also, think carefully about those topics are ideas you have written down.
Start eliminating the topics that lack substance.
Many artists choose simple subjects yet make no effort in recreating them in an innovative way. Eliminate those topics from your list which lack a quality substance. Overly pretty, cheesy, unimaginative and glittery subjects are rarely successful. In order to create quality art, you need to choose high quality subject matter and eliminate such topics to paint. No matter how amazing a subject may seem, if you are unable to do justice to it with your skills, it is all a waste. Remember that you will need to explore your subject in depth and detail, using your imagination to paint it perfectly.
Remove excessively simple topics
You will not be able to explore and experience more as an artist, if you keep deploying the same styles, and patterns. You need to think out of the box and explore more innovative and perhaps less simple art forms. Step out of your comfort zone. Only then will you be able to select an appropriate and challenging topic.
Go to an Art exhibition
After analyzing and evaluating your own ideas, observe the work of other artists. Their work may give you hints and inspiration when it comes to painting your next masterpiece. Exploring and learning new things and ideas is always a great experience for an artist. Visit an art exhibition and pay close attention to the work on display. You may just get lucky to find some inspiration for your own art.
Conclusion
If you are an animal lover, you can paint something like our Animal Art Prints and many more. There are bountiful of ideas to paint, you only need to explore your surroundings and inside your own mind to create an amazing art print.
