If you are truly interested in becoming more creative, you should set up an area in your home specially designed for creating art. It is not necessary to purchase expensive art supplies or equipment.

What do I consider an art "studio"? I started out with a small TV table at first, and then graduated to a card table in a small corner of the room. Even if your "studio" is in the corner or a in spare room, the purpose for designating an area for you to create is so that your materials will be set up and ready to be used. It is a good idea to have the area protected for getting messy. If you have to be concerned about the messiness of creating, you'll prevent yourself from giving in to you "inner spirit". Put down an inexpensive rug, shower curtain or vinyl tablecloth If you have to unpack your supplies, clear off the dining room table or any other work area before you begin, chances are you won't be encouraged to do it. Having your "studio" readily available will help to entice and encourage you to create more often and the more you create, the better you'll become. As with any other hobby or interest, if you don't practice, how can you expect to become good at it?

As a self-taught artist, I have put in many, many hours teaching myself techniques and allowing myself to have fun with it. I borrow art technique books from the library and study other artists' work. I usually check out the children's technique books because it's easier to understand the basic concepts. Sometimes I just study the pictures. It's not that I don't love to read, but if a picture inspires me, I'm off to my studio!