Should I have a “why” behind wanting to learn to draw?

The simple answer is YES!

​Having a clear reason behind why you want to learn how to draw is crucial is establish your motivation, ability to focus, and resilience.  I will identify and explain these reasons more in depth below!

The first reason is motivation! Understanding the purpose behind why you want to draw provides the drive and energy to pursue and accomplish the task necessary to meet your drawing goals. Motivation can also be a form of inspiration to help guide you through the challenges that will arise when learning a new skill; so that you can stay committed to your main goals. Motivation can be found in many people, places, and things which artist use to create amazing works of art! 

The second reason is to help you stay focused! Knowing why you want to learn how to draw will help you maintain focus and prioritize the actions you need to perform so that your drawing skills can grow stronger! For example, completing 1 drawing per day is a great action to help you achieve growth. Being able to remain focused ensures that you allocate your time and resources effectively, steering you away from distractions and keeping you on the path to becoming amazing at drawing!

The third reason is to build your resilience! When learning a new skill, there will always be fallbacks and areas we may not perform the best at, however, that does not mean we quit and give up on learning the skills we want to learn in order to grow. This is where resilience comes in — when faced with setbacks or failures when learning how to draw, having a strong “why” can bolster and build your resilience. It reminds you of the importance of your drawing goals and encourages you to persevere, fostering a growth mindset. Having a growth mindset, it imperative when learning how to draw and create art!

If you do not have or know the reason behind why you want to learn to draw. Take the time to ponder and think about it. You will be amazed at what having a “why” can do towards your growth in art!