Why don't artists improve their art quality?

[myumyudapao]

I seriously agree with that ,

[doomerC]

I think a major part of it is the fact that most of those people prioritize the narrative component of comics over pure visual interaction - hence, artwork never becomes a 'do-or-die' issue for them. If you're telling a story, then burying your update schedule in favor of polishing artwork equates to burying the entire comic. On the other hand, if you feel the need to saturate every panel with utmost visual impact and depth, then you'll find no issue slaving your hours over the artwork and settling for a short, 30-60 page oneshot over long form storytelling, so long as you can reach perfect clarity in your aesthetic message.

[ItsAvocadoToast]

Collaboration? That depends... what kind of work do you do?
I am a mediocre artist, so would I be writing or would you be writing?

Yeah, I'll let you think of that.. oh yeah watch your step... it's a little slippery

[migxmeg]

I've noticed art improvement in every webcomic I've read - and I read a lot of them - so it's happening. I'm a bit surprised by your question.

Quality art does not need to be detailed/fully rendered illustrations (when your example is a comic with a painting for every panel it makes me wonder if that's what you meant by a better result...). And Ghostblade is not so popular compared with a lot of comics made with less time-consuming art.

[Shanny8]

When doing comics, there is an issue of quality versus production/time. If you want the quality, you're going to have to sacrifice production and getting a project out in a timely manner; if you're concerned with getting a comic out in a timely manner, then you have to sacrifice quality.

There is no way you can achieve BOTH.

Also pointing out WLOP's work- it's not like he woke up one morning and was that good. He puts out maybe like 2 to 3 episodes out a year- but because he's probably doing other stuff that pays him more than putting a comic out on Tapas. In saying this, we're back at the "quality versus quantity" deal; because his work looks so good, I'm sure he's putting in a LOT of time to get it done- hence the reason for the 2 to 3 episodes per year.

[VibrantFox]

As others have said this is a pretty flippant remark and is pretty harmful especially if you're unware of the specific circumstances and situations a creator or in the case of the topic artists are in. One big thing you must respect and understand is that everyone grows at their own pace. To say "why don't people just get good" disregards so much that goes into creative work.

@darthmongoose laid out some of the most basic reasons pretty well so I hope you'll take into account some of the replies and see why you're getting the response you're getting.

Also wanted to add to the point @migxmeg made on style. Painterly, hyperrealistic art styles are not the be all end all, it's just one among a multitude of styles. So just because something doesn't reach your stanard or "good quality" doesn't mean that it lacks quality in general. Different strokes ya know?

[Random_Guy]

That's another particularly quality thing, g'job.

[thecrystalrook]

Yo some of you guys gotta chill. OPs just asking a question. Lets not attack our fellow artists.

[Van]

This is a really dick-ish thing to say tbh
I know you just meant it as encouragement, but some just do it for fun or are improving at their own pace and as @migxmeg said, good art doesn't equal tons of detail or something that takes hours, days or even weeks to complete

Some don't have the best artistic talent and are just doing their best, fam, or some just do it for fun, they don't really care about it becoming a career

[TheGentleArtist]

Hmmmm.....dunno. Everyone has a different speed when making "quality" art (air quotations because it is subjective) and have their reasons to keep their art style. I did see an artist in the past on G+ who, to me, downgraded to a different art style and it boggled it me; it took me awhile to just figure out and accept the fact they chose it since they like it more. Tbh, it's all up to the artist

Also time is an issue. I remember seeing a gif that showed a chart with I think "Quality, Time, Quantity" and it fluctuated depending on which part you focused on more. Focus more on quailty, then you have less time and less quantity.

[grace]

Omg Thank you
Im so sorry if i offended anyone.
P.S what's an OP?

[thecrystalrook]

OP means original poster. Love your art btw. Keep it up!

[DualDragons]

Tbh some genres may have different styles too. Action comics can use a lot of movement, speedlines, special effects and poses. A more painterly style may fail to execute that feeling of action due to the art style.
And a comedy may benefit more from simpler styles as well. Just look at Shencomix.

[grace]

OK
I thought it meant something else here XD
And thank you so much!

[Chopythes]

My two cents here would be:
People ARE improving their art. Some just take a little bit longer than others to get better, not because they want to, but because of reasons people already stated here.
Some improve, but really slowly and it's just how it is!

I mean, I try to improve my art daily and I feel like I'm being completely stuck, not knowing what to improve

[migxmeg]

Oooooh that top sketch is really cool!

[grace]

Haha thanks I started working on it just a few hours ago to aim at realism, it's still in rough mode. Thank you, though!

[migxmeg]

Oh I mean I like your painting too, but actually it's your cartoonish sketch that caught my eye more. The gesture has got such flair !

You didn't directly insult anybody so don't worry about offending - pretty much everyone on this forum is extremely friendly and helpful. This topic probably hit a nerve a bit because we all try so hard to improve .

Hope to see more of your work posted around here!

[grace]

Thank you so much! And I do promise to be a bit more careful from now

[nathanKmcwilliams]

I 100% strive to improve my art, I draw something every day. However, I know that I'm not a realistic type of artist with great painter skills. I'm a cartoony artist, with simple stuff. I'm good at lots of things, but still have so much to grow in.

But growth can take time. Some people just let the natural progression take over, as hobbyists. I on the other hand don't just want to be a hobbyist. I wanna be a professional.
Where am I at now?
I'm decent. But I want to get better. Decent isn't enough. So I draw. Every day. And I try to push my limits. I'm growing faster than ever because of it. But I'm realistic, my goal will take time. My entire life in fact.

I don't hate my art by any stretch of the imagination. I just want it to improve. Complacency is death for me. If I'm not chasing improvement, then why even bother picking up a pen?

(I don't apply this belief to everyone. Only myself.This is how I self motivate)