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So I was giving a guest lecture at a local animation school—on character consistency, I think—and when it was the usual teacher's turn to take the class, I sat and drew these. The lights were suuuper dimmed, so I really only had gestures to rely on, which makes me like these sketches quite a bit. They're rougher than my usual fare. Though I did get a fright when the lights were switched back on and the drawings looked nothing like I intended.

I've given a few lectures by now, and I can say I really enjoy it. It's one thing to do online tutorials, but to see the students really taking in the information and learning—it's almost intoxicating! Totally awesome!

I'm a little sad that I didn't have the same opportunities as those kids, but at the same time I'm just so grateful that I can draw and paint without someone looking over my shoulder. That kind of makes up for everything! I'm sure a lot of you guys feel that way, too! I get a lot of messages from people who had to skip out on art school and some of my best friends here on dA are in exactly the same boat.

All I really have to say about it is that nothing matters more than doing what you love. Just keep drawing and posting, and your audience will find you—even if you're a dentist, a teacher or even a lawyer by day.

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So I was giving a guest lecture at a local animation school—on character consistency, I think—and when it was the usual teacher's turn to take the class, I sat and drew these. The lights were suuuper dimmed, so I really only had gestures to rely on, which makes me like these sketches quite a bit. They're rougher than my usual fare. Though I did get a fright when the lights were switched back on and the drawings looked nothing like I intended.

I've given a few lectures by now, and I can say I really enjoy it. It's one thing to do online tutorials, but to see the students really taking in the information and learning—it's almost intoxicating! Totally awesome!

I'm a little sad that I didn't have the same opportunities as those kids, but at the same time I'm just so grateful that I can draw and paint without someone looking over my shoulder. That kind of makes up for everything! I'm sure a lot of you guys feel that way, too! I get a lot of messages from people who had to skip out on art school and some of my best friends here on dA are in exactly the same boat.

All I really have to say about it is that nothing matters more than doing what you love. Just keep drawing and posting, and your audience will find you—even if you're a dentist, a teacher or even a lawyer by day.