Everyone struggles with finding inspiration, getting motivated, and actually being productive. I would often find myself wasting away my day just looking for things to pass time. However there are ways to get out of these cycles or depressions and get motivated. First off, try to develop good sleep habits. Stick to a sleep schedule and get adequate sleep. This will help boost your energy and give you more regular hours. Exercise and diet also come in and are important for maintaining energy. Don't just lie around in bed and expect to get work done from there either. It is important to go and sit as a desk or workspace and not be in a slouched or lazy position. Having a minimalistic and clean setup can also help you feel more organized and get you in the productive mindstate without any distractions or clutter weighing you down. Surrounding yourself with natural light and happy music can also boost your mood as well. Keeping a healthy mindstate, however, is the most crucial of all. Nothing else matters unless you have your priorities set and are in a stable and happy mental state. Do not focus on your shortcomings, but focus on improving them or looking forward to the future, and work for it. Don't get demotivated by seeing other peoples work or accomplishments either, but instead try to use them for inspiration or to set goals. Set your priorities and don't get too ahead of yourself. Focus on one thing at a time. It is important to understand what you want in life and the first step to becoming productive is to place your values there. It is also important to break away from any addictions or bad habits that hold you back. Think about what will stick with you in the long haul. The most important piece of advice is to not settle for isolation or loneliness, but try to maintain healthy social relationships and surround yourself with people who help bring out your best. Finally, remember that results don't come right away and practice is the key to getting to where you want to be. Even if it looks hopeless at first. Watching tutorials can be helpful, but ultimately it comes down to trial and error. Conclusively:
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Many artists and creatives have a hard time finding the device that suits them best. Now that I have used all of these, I will give a comprehensive review and elaborate on my preferences of each. As a digital artist, I value comfortability to get through extended periods of drawing, as well as convenience and functionality above all. The operating system and available software for each also comes into question. I will be judging each off of these categories. To start is the iPad. I have the 10.2 inch with the first gen apple pencil. The iPad is my go-to device for many reasons. Personally, I like to be able to draw anywhere and in any position, which the iPad can do. It is the perfect size and is very light. This allows maximum comfort while drawing. The screen and Apple Pencil are responsive and have no latency. The iPad however falls short on software. Although many popular apps such as Photoshop are making mobile versions to go with the iPad, they don't compare to the Windows versions. And even still, users are severely limited on programs. However Procreate is exclusive to the iPad on the other hand, and is easily my favorite app for drawing/painting, giving the iPad a HUGE plus. Not only is it very intuitive, but it also has a top tier layout that allows for maximum efficiency and is packed with most of the essential features. The blending and brush selection are high quality, and adjustments to opacity or brush size are extremely easy, as well as color picking. The iPad can come in pretty expensive however, and is only strong for quick painting/drawing, with a limited selection of apps. It also dies relatively quickly. On the other hand the pros are its easy portability and the ability it gives users to draw in comfortable positions, as well as its exclusive access to Procreate. Next up is the Surface Book 3. This is an incredible all in one device. It works as a high functioning laptop and can also detatch its screen to become a tablet. While giving you similar portability as the iPad, it lacks slightly in comfort. The pen sensitivity also doesn't feel as natural as the Apple Pencil and iPad. Furthermore, drawing on glass doesn't give the greatest or most natural feel, and unlike the iPad there is no way to put on a paper-like screen protector. However it has access to windows and can run high capacity programs such as those in the adobe creative cloud, including Photoshop with access to all the features. Popping off the screen also transforms it into a very similar experience as the iPad, while keeping it attached allows you to work in more advanced programs that take more CPU power, giving you an ability not provided by the iPad. For just drawing the iPad is a better choice, however overall this device has a lot more capability and is still very convenient and comfortable, although it comes in at a much higher price. Finally, is the Wacom tablet. This can be hooked up into a windows PC and is not a standalone device unlike the others. Even still, it comes in at a relatively hefty pricepoint. It also lacks in comfortability and convenience the most. However it provides the best pen feel and has a nice textured surface. The express keys also come in handy for making drawing on windows a better experience. Furthermore I hooked up a Razer Tartarus gamepad for shortcuts in programs, and it can store multiple saves with custom keybinds. These two devices together are a deadly combo. The Intuos also has the largest learning curve since it takes a while to learn to draw indirectly, in that you're not looking directly at where you're drawing. This device is essentially only for drawing and sculpting, as well as some photo editing. However it is the best device if you already have a powerful PC and want to save money. It also has the best feel of all of them and can work in any program. Overall, it depends on every individuals needs, but for drawing/painting I would say the iPad is the best device and comes near the top in every category. In Conclusion:
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