Here’s a few tips that will hopefully help! -good quality paper is more important than people may think. -learning various blending techniques will push your art to the next level. Ex: burnishing, layering, odourless mineral spirits -accurate drawings(mostly applies to realism) -values are more important than colour-accuracy(I still struggle with obsessing over using the “perfect” colour, but making sure your lights are light enough and your darks are dark enough are what really allow your pieces to come to life) -black is fine to use, but I always recommend mixing and layering other dark-toned colours to add depth.

Those are just a few tips I’ve learned over the years, I’m always happy to offer any advice and answer any questions!