SVS class idea! (How to study others work)
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I have continually struggled also. My current approach is looking through my work, what ways in which I create I like and find artists/illustrators that do like wise or take it a step further. I'll give two similar examples below (these are not my work disclaimer):
I tend to be drawn to and like making flat shapes sometimes more with gradients with pencil overtop. I love so many other styles but I need to focus on that which I am good at naturally. There are other qualities I like that I will in time merge and create something truly my own.
I hope this helps!
*Edit just notice this post was started 3 years ago -my my how time flies, I wasn't here 3 years ago.
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I recommend the How to Discover Your Style SVS class. It's a good start to figuring out where you want to go with your art. There is a dream portfolio assignment that is perfect for this question.