Artist Mini-Interview with thestorm.boy (he/him)!

Summary

The web content features an interview with the artist known as thestorm.boy, who emphasizes personal growth, the importance of using references, and inspiring others through art.

Abstract

The interview with thestorm.boy delves into his journey as an artist, beginning from his childhood interest in drawing and painting to his current status as an artist who values traditional mediums. He aspires to inspire creativity in others and believes in acknowledging personal flaws to overcome obstacles and achieve dreams. The artist advocates for the use of references in art, dismissing the notion that it is akin to cheating, and encourages continuous learning and improvement. Beyond his artistic endeavors, thestorm.boy enjoys editing videos and photos. The interview concludes with a call to support the artist's work and a reference to a previous artist interview.

Opinions

The artist holds the belief that self-awareness is crucial in personal development and in the pursuit of one's dreams.
He suggests that using references is a legitimate and beneficial practice in art, even for professional artists.
Thestorm.boy values the impact of art on individuals, aiming to ignite the creative spark within everyone.
He considers his biggest challenge to be overcoming his own self-doubt, emphasizing the importance of self-belief.
The artist shows a preference for traditional art

Lessons on relying on structure (references) and knowing yourself enough to not let your weakness get in the way of your biggest dreams!

From this interview I was touched by thestorm.boy’s passion for inspiring others to bring out the spark out of everyone. I was reminded to know and reflect on my own flaws and weaknesses and how sometimes those might come in the way of some bigger dreams — but it doesn’t have to once you’re cognizant of it! Also, to reach out for support, either to people or resources (e.g., references) if needed! There’s definitely no shame in doing so!

What is your artist origin story?

When I was a child I always liked to draw and paint, so I started to do it almost every day and at the age of 16, I started to improve and study more and the rest is history!

How do you want to impact the world?

I want people to feel inspired, creative, let them know that everyone has this beautiful spark inside that they can let out in any kind of art.

What is your life motto?

My biggest enemy is me.

This means to me that I have to believe in myself always in order to advance in life.

What is your all-time favourite medium?

I think right now I enjoy traditional art the most because I'm better at it than digital, but hopefully ill still learning and improving.

What advice do you have for new artists?

To always use references!! This was a struggle at first for me, I didn't want to use them because I thought it was cheating or copying, and believe me, it's not, it will help u a lot, even pro-artists use them so you can use them too!!

Beyond being an artist, what do you like to do?

Editing videos and photos (it’s so funny)!

Thank you so much to thestorm.boy for sharing his thoughts on art, life and beyond! Be sure to support his work here:

Also, read my previous artist interview here 👇