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In this video, I respond to your opinions about OC comparison and how it affects you as an artist, the benefits, the drawbacks, and the nuances with originality in artwork. Feel free to draw with me and leave your experiences and opinions down below in the comments so we can keep this discussion going!

This is my first time doing a sort of commentary topic in relation to the art community, I hope you guys enjoy it, I would love to do more!

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Pens/Software:
Pentalic Travelers Sketchbook
Pentel Pocket Brush Pen
Micron Pen 01
Clip Studio Paint
Procreate

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Equipment
✿Camera: iPhone 13 Pro and Canon EOS Rebel 15
✿Editing Software: Adobe Premiere Pro


Music:
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TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 Intro
2:16 The Benefits of Comparison
2:47 Shows that your skills have improved
3:46 It can help you find new content
5:13 Shows that people are invested and engaged with your art
6:15 Most of the time it is a compliment
8:29 Squarespace Sponsorship
9:46 The Bad side of Comparison
10:05 Fellow Creators Opinion Static Wool
11:33 It is a False Connection to your work
13:40 Over simplification/lack of nuance
14:32 Can lead to Harmful Stereotyping
16:50 Originality is Overrated
19:10 Connection is vital in the Art Community
20:40 Taking Inspiration is Healthy in your Art Practice
21:32 Final Thoughts
21:50 Outro