Verwena Ang
Digital Arts
Verwena Ang is a self taught digital artist specializing in creating digital paintings and illustrations of characters from various games, shows, and animes. Despite her self taught nature, she is experienced in creating commissions works from international and local clients.
What got you into making art? Were there any moments or events that made you take art a bit more seriously?
“I got into art because of spite since I thought I could draw a better drawing of Hatsune Miku than my classmate, but seriously, I just had fun drawing and kept going ever since. Also, I technically started in third grade, I was a petty kid who wanted to draw better than someone else, but I started taking my art more seriously once I got older… like, 15 years old. I had not drawn in a year before that until I attempted to draw Albedo from Genshin Impact.” Verwena Ang emphasized how competitive she can be with creating art, opting to create and improve just to be better than others, but her determination to be better than her competitors is paired with her desire for an outlet to express thoughts and feelings she struggles to convey.
“Sometimes, I need an outlet. I can’t express myself that well at times, and drawing clears my head. That, and to express my admiration for certain things I enjoy, like a series, a cartoon, or an anime.”
How were you inspired to create art? Do you want to share anyone or anything that inspired you before?
“It’s a lot of things, but probably those speed art videos on Youtube back then. That was the earliest inspiration, but I would like to personally mention this artist named Ian Worthington, known as ‘Worthikids’ on Youtube. He’s known for his animations, writing, and music.”
For other aspiring artists, what advice can you give them? Any equipment or tips, if you want.
“My stuff is basic, but I use an XP Pen Deco L, some skills, and this program called Krita. It’s this free digital painting software where you can make digital art. My tip with Krita, you can just spam the fill tool so it could cover those pesky gaps in the coloring process.”
Before ending her interview with us, Verwena Ang wanted to share these tips to other artists who wish to hone their skills in digital arts, or any artform in general.
“If I’m not fed, no art comes out. It sounds childish, but I’m saying if one doesn’t take care of their body, they won’t work to their fullest. Pretty basic things that some people don’t consider enough. Also, don’t be afraid to ask for help from other artists, for their own personal tricks and all that. References are okay.”
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