In partnership with
Hello {{first_name|friend}}!
The most common drawing mistakes aren't about technique.
Most artists assume that putting in more hours is the fix. More practice, more tutorials, more time at the desk.
But after sitting down with over 20 professional illustrators, I found that the drawing mistakes holding artists back the most had nothing to do with technique.
Things like:
→ Rushing into a full piece before the idea is ready — then losing motivation when it falls flat
→ Practicing only what feels comfortable and calling it "finding your style"
→ Drawing for social media likes instead of drawing what you actually love
→ Saying yes to every client project... and slowly losing your creative voice
→ Obsessing over perfection to the point where you can't finish — or even start — a piece
These are some of the most common mistakes to avoid in drawing, and they're the ones nobody talks about.
Get what you want from TV advertising
What you want from TV advertising: Full-screen, non-skippable ads on premium platforms.
What you get: "Your ad is on TV. Trust us."
Modern, performance-driven CTV gets your TV ads where you want with transparent placement, precision audience targeting, and measurable performance just like other digital channels.
TV doesn't have to be a black box anymore.
One illustrator said it simply: "Done is better than perfect." Another spent 7 years saying yes to every commission before realizing it was costing her the work she actually wanted to make.
The real drawing mistakes aren't about proportion or perspective. They're about the habits, mindsets, and blind spots that quietly stall your growth — no matter your skill level.
I put together the full breakdown here:
👉 https://jaejohns.com/drawing-mistakes/
If you've ever felt stuck, frustrated, or like you're not improving fast enough — you'll probably recognize yourself in a few of these.
How Older Women Are Slimming Down and Losing Weight Quickly!
Obesity specialists say stubborn fat around the neck and midsection can sometimes worsen nighttime breathing problems like sleep apnea. Poor sleep can then trigger stronger hunger signals the next day, leading to cravings, overeating, and even more weight gain. It becomes a frustrating cycle many people struggle to break.
Have a great day,
Jae
