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Drawing Ideas for Artists does collect personal data anonymously (country of origin, age, sex), and this data is curated only for personal analytics.

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Drawing Ideas website participates in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

Drawing Ideas works with many affiliate programs for premium art resources. Many links to products on this site are affiliate links. Readers do not pay any extra money when using these links. The vendor takes a cut so you pay the exact same price for everything, and we earn a small commission on each sale.

These commissions are not paid reviews and we are not ever paid money directly (nor do we accept money) in exchange for positive reviews.

Our editorial guidelines place a focus on promoting the best products first over anything else. Our product recommendations are controlled solely by these editorial guidelines and our own opinions on various products.

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All images, photos, paintings, and screenshots are copyrighted by their respective owners unless stated otherwise. Each image caption includes credit(s) with link(s) back to the owners.

Visuals published on this website are either owned by Drawing Ideas or licensed to us by permission from the image creator. This means we personally contact every artist before publishing any of their work. Our goal is to help promote artists and their work, but only if they give us permission to do so. We strive to hit this goal with 100% accuracy but things can slip through.

If there is any problem with unwanted copyrighted material being republished here, please contact us, and we will remove it immediately.

Alternatively, if you have copyrighted artwork that you want published here (with credit!), please email us and let us know.

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Community Guidelines

By participating in Drawing-Ideas.art, you agree to uphold the following community standards:

Respect and Inclusivity

  • Treat all members with kindness, respect, and empathy.
  • Healthy debates are welcome, but personal attacks, hate speech, or degrading comments about race, religion, culture, sexual orientation, gender, or identity will not be tolerated.
  • Embrace diversity and support a welcoming atmosphere for artists of all backgrounds and skill levels.

No Harassment or Bullying

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  • If you feel harassed or witness inappropriate behavior, report it to moderators immediately.

Spam and Self-Promotion

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  • Self-promotion is permitted in moderation and only in designated areas. As a guideline, for every self-promotional post, contribute at least nine non-promotional posts or comments to the community.
  • Do not use direct messages for unsolicited promotion or advertising.

Content Sharing and Attribution

  • Share only original work or properly credited content. Do not post others’ artwork without explicit permission and proper attribution.
  • Constructive feedback is encouraged, but always be respectful and supportive in critiques.

Privacy and Safety

  • Respect everyone’s privacy. Do not share personal information (yours or others’) publicly or privately without consent.
  • Discussions may be sensitive; maintain discretion and mutual trust.

Moderation and Conflict Resolution

  • Moderators reserve the right to remove content or users that violate these guidelines.
  • If conflicts arise, address them calmly and respectfully. Moderators may intervene and will seek to resolve issues fairly and privately when necessary.
  • Repeated or severe violations may result in suspension or removal from the community.

Contribution and Community Spirit

  • Give more than you take: support fellow artists, participate in discussions, and help newcomers feel welcome.
  • Community guidelines may evolve. Member feedback is encouraged to help shape a thriving, supportive space.

Let’s work together to create an inspiring, respectful, and creative home for all artists!

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Parental Discretion

Drawing Ideas for Artists is intended as a resource for aspiring beginners and more advanced artists seeking ideas about what to draw and how to draw it. Our content is designed for ages 12 and older because some posts, books, and related lessons may contain references to human and animal anatomy that some parents may find unsuitable for younger children.

Please use appropriate parental discretion when allowing children to browse this site.

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We do not collect personal data anonymously (country of origin, age, sex); the site usage data collected is only for analytics purposes. Users can manage those settings by sending us a message here to opt out of Google Analytics demographic tracking. Here are more details on our privacy policy.

We also sometimes run ads, and some links on this website lead to affiliate programs.

Affiliate Program Participation

Drawing Ideas website participates in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. As an Amazon Associate, we earn small commissions from qualifying purchases.

Drawing Ideas works with many other affiliate programs for premium art resources. Many links to products on this site are affiliate links. Readers do not pay any extra money when using these links. The vendor takes a cut, so you pay the retailer’s catalog price, and we earn a small commission on each sale.

These commissions are not paid reviews, and we are never paid money directly (nor do we accept money) in exchange for positive reviews.

Our editorial guidelines prioritize promoting the best products over everything else. Our product recommendations are controlled solely by these guidelines and our own opinions on various products.

Images & Credits

Unless stated otherwise, all images, photos, paintings, and screenshots are copyrighted by their respective owners. Each image caption includes credit(s) with link(s) back to the owners. For more detailed information, please refer to this dedicated copyright policy page.

Visuals published on this website are owned by Drawing Ideas or licensed to us by permission from the image creator. This means we contact every artist before publishing any of their work. We aim to help promote artists and their work, but only if they permit us. We strive to hit this goal with 100% accuracy, but things can slip through.

If you encounter any problems with unwanted copyrighted material being republished here, please contact us, and we will remove it immediately.

Alternatively, if you have copyrighted artwork that you want published here (with credit!), please email us and let us know.

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All content on drawing-ideas.art, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, photographs, artwork, audio clips, video clips, and digital downloads (collectively referred to as “Content”), is the property of Drawing Ideas or its content suppliers and is protected by United States and international copyright laws.

 

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      Changes to This Policy

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      Last updated: November 9, 2024

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      Affiliate Disclosure

      Welcome to Drawing Ideas!

      We’re passionate about helping artists of all levels improve their skills and find inspiration.

      We participate in various affiliate programs to support our mission and keep this site running. This means we may earn a commission when you purchase products or services through links on our website.

      How It Works

      You may be directed to a third-party website when you click on certain links within our articles, blog posts, or product recommendations.

      If you make a purchase on that site, we may receive a small percentage of the sale as compensation. This comes at no additional cost to you – your price remains the same whether you use our affiliate link or go directly to the vendor’s website.

      Our Commitment to You

      We want to assure you that our participation in affiliate programs does not influence our content or recommendations.

      We only endorse products and services that we genuinely believe will benefit our readers. Our reviews, tutorials, and recommendations are based on thorough research, personal experience, and a commitment to providing valuable information to our audience.

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          Affiliate Programs We Participate In

          We currently have affiliate relationships with various art supply retailers, online learning platforms, and other relevant businesses in the art and creativity space. Some of these may include:

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          Please note that this list may change as we form or end partnerships.

          Your Trust is Important

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          Final Note

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          About the Team

          Meet the Team

          Dedicated Professionals Ready to Help You Learn to Draw

          Whether you're looking to build your portfolio, find your drawing style, or showcase your work, we have a plan for you.

          Mark Laurence LaRiviere

          Mark LaRiviere

          Co-founder and Instructor

          Mark is an art director and graphic designer with a deep love for fine art drawing. He worked in the book publishing industry in New York City for 25 years.

          Ben Yates

          Benjamin Yates

          Co-founder and Instructor

          Benjamin is an accomplished visual artist with a unique drawing style that incorporates his personal iconography and abstract elements.

          Beata Lundström, drawing instructor

          Beata Lundström

          Drawing Instructor

          Ronalda MacEntire

          Ronalda MacEntire

          Drawing Instructor

          Katriona Ainsley

          Drawing Instructor

          Thabani Abelló

          Thabani Abelló

          Drawing Instructor

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          Accelerate Your Drawing Skills Progress

          Using the Drawing Ideas learning framework, you can literally take years off the learning-to-draw process. Our teachers reveal their secrets to sharpen your attention, and then, how to draw what you see.

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