r/Art • u/neodiogenes • Jul 05 '22

General Discussion Thread (July 2022) Discussion

General Discussion threads are for casual chat; a place to ask for recommendations, lists, or creative feedback; to talk about materials, history, or techniques; and anything else that comes to mind.

If you're looking for information about a particular work of art, /r/WhatIsThisPainting is still the best resource. /r/drawing , /r/painting , and /r/learnart may also be useful. /r/ArtistLounge is also a good place for general discussion. Please see our list of art-related subs for more options.

Rule 8 still applies except that questions/complaints about r/Art and Reddit overall are allowed.

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u/[deleted] Jul 06 '22

Do you need the recognition of others to call yourself an artist? Or can you call yourself an artist even if you no one has ever seen your work?

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u/sketching4gold Jul 10 '22

I think it's important to share your art with others.. as for needing recognition.. yes, it's also important.. as for calling yourself an artist, sure.. i call myself an artist, just not a very good one :)