What are some ways to get over artist block?

If you have a case of blank canvas syndrome just take a brush and draw a line of some color on your canvas and play with it. Surprisingly you will get an idea and go to work.

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Whenever I get blocked, I look at other artists work, and I look at my favorite artists works, they remind me of why I like being an artist, why I wanted to get into this genre. DON'T GIVE UP!!!

Try drawing some still life, body parts (not face), a collection of things on your desk, just practicing form can jog something in the mind and inspire. I also sometimes am most inspired in the middle of the night, if you can, set your alarm for three in the a.m., get up, make some tea or coffee, pick up your materials and create. One week of block is not worth giving up something as self aware and honest as art. Ask yourself what you want to do. Best of Luck

Never give up! Go to art websites like www.deviantart.com and look at other artists work. Study other people's individual styles, there is sure to be one you like, even if it's from a lesser known artists, all you have to do is look. You can also try those 100 theme challenges, you can find them at www.milonaii.deviantart.com/journal/9945... When I have art block I tend to redraw my older work and try to improve on it to see how I have improved since I drew the picture. When I get art block it's about a month before it goes away, it can be frustrating at times. Another thing I can think of is drawing fanart. Draw your favorite tv show or movie. Good luck!

Challenge yourself. Try something new. If all you do landscapes, try portraits.

i always go take a walk or ride my mountainbike in the woods where it is quiet and enjoy the scenery

I have it often. Have you tried a change of scenery. If you live in the city go to a park. Try cooking a new recipe. Listen to music. Pick up your materials and just do anything just to get started. Read some poems, Robinson Jeffers, Shakespeare. Pick a theme and stick to it. Change your schedule for a day. Stay up all night if you do not usually do that. Sequester yourself and just keep on working without people or interruptions. Buy some new materials. Look up art and the metaphor online under images.