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Create a digital art piece

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Use free tools like GIMP, Canva, or even MS Paint to create digital artwork. Experiment with colors, shapes, and composition. Digital art is accessible and endlessly creative.

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How to Get Started

CHOOSE YOUR TOOL (30 minutes)
  1. GIMP (free): Full-featured image editor, like free Photoshop - powerful but complex
  2. Canva (free tier): Easy to use, templates, great for beginners
  3. Krita (free): Digital painting, designed for artists
  4. MS Paint: Simple, everyone has it, perfect for starting
  5. Download and explore: Try the interface, watch beginner tutorial
LEARNING BASICS (1 hour)
  1. Watch tutorial: 'Digital Art for Beginners' on YouTube - learn your chosen tool
  2. Understand layers: Most digital art uses layers - like transparent sheets
  3. Learn basic tools: Brushes, shapes, text, selection tools
  4. Practice: Create simple shapes, experiment with colors, get comfortable
CREATING YOUR FIRST PIECE (1-2 hours)
  1. Start simple: Abstract design, simple illustration, or edit a photo
  2. Experiment: Try different brushes, colors, effects - see what you like
  3. Don't aim for perfection: First piece is about learning, not creating masterpiece
  4. Save your work: Export as PNG or JPG, keep original file too
DEVELOPING YOUR SKILLS
  1. Practice regularly: Even 15-30 minutes daily builds skills
  2. Study other art: Look at digital art you love, analyze what makes it work
  3. Try different styles: Realistic, abstract, cartoon, pixel art - explore
  4. Share your work: Instagram, DeviantArt, get feedback, build confidence

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