It is perfectly reasonable to look at books and YouTube videos when you are learning. Honestly, you'll learn just as much, if not more, about technique and materials through practice and watching videos, as you will in a class.
BUT! there is no replacement for being able to communicate with a good teacher as you work on a piece, and to be able to interact with other students as you learn, and to be able to learn to (helpfully) critique as well as accept constructive (and unconstructive) criticism in a classroom setting. As with any subject, constant feedback is essential if you really want to master something. That said, if you just want to do it as a fun hobby, then the best advice is to simply grab some materials and try things out.
DonktorDonkenstein in the post "Question about painting"
2023-05-12 19:20
If you can, take a class.
It is perfectly reasonable to look at books and YouTube videos when you are learning. Honestly, you'll learn just as much, if not more, about technique and materials through practice and watching videos, as you will in a class.
BUT! there is no replacement for being able to communicate with a good teacher as you work on a piece, and to be able to interact with other students as you learn, and to be able to learn to (helpfully) critique as well as accept constructive (and unconstructive) criticism in a classroom setting. As with any subject, constant feedback is essential if you really want to master something. That said, if you just want to do it as a fun hobby, then the best advice is to simply grab some materials and try things out.