How to stop comparing you art with others?

@allenthomas Allen Thomas
Fri, 24 Apr 2015 04:43:54 +0000

@allenthomas wrote:

I compare myself to other artists as well. The key is using that comparison as motivation to get better and not dwelling on not being "as good as". I know, it is easier said than done, but it is very important to do. (especially here, there are so many good artists on Tapastic) The key is that I take it in stride and continue to work harder. What I've seen and in some cases experienced is that you waste way too much time and sort of screw your mind up comparing yourself to others. The worst thing that can happen is your eye for others starts negatively affecting your own art, i.e. losing your own style in some form or fashion. So make your comparisons but keep on doing what your doing. Make an honest attempt to improve upon your own shortcomings. Remember just as you compare yourself to others, they do it to you too. Just don't take it in too much or let it consume you.