Written and illustrated by Dah Mu, 5th grade
My special talent to me is drawing and creating traditional art. I’d say I’m pretty good at drawing because I always get compliments about it and I even get called the ‘School Artist’ by a teacher when they see my drawings. I use pencils to make a base (circles- shapes, ect as a start), erase when mistakes happen, and use alcohol markers to outline and/or color the drawing, sometimes watercolor paint to color it too. When you draw, you make sure to have a pencil so you can erase lines and marks if you don’t like it or if it was an accident. I recommend drawing lightly if you’re making a base, rough base lines can be hard to get rid of if erasing! Start structuring (if you’re making a human or animal, maybe anything else if it seems like the best option) with a circle and try using a reference photo if available to get/see one. It can be tough for some people or may not really be their thing and hobby to do, but don’t feel so hopeless! Effort is key and you should always remember you can at least give an attempt as you’re not the only one who isn’t as good as others. Simple doodles are fine too, it’s still art and creative from your imagination. Don’t feel bad at insults to your hobby, they’re just not the same as you so keep going no matter what!! I’ve had a lot of improvement because of experience, and maybe it can be your special talent or you can improve at what you love most in the future too!!