What are you afraid of? Seems like the perfect icebreaker. If he likes your art, that means he has some level of interest in you. This could be your opportunity to see if there's any sort of spark between you guys.
What's the worst that could happen? If he asks if the photo is supposed to be him, just say, "Oh, yeah, I liked that one photo of you. The lighting was really awesome!" You can always say that you liked the photo on an artistic level if you feel awkward about it. He'll probably be flattered that his photo inspired you to create something cool.
Also, never let anyone (particularly a guy) stop you from sharing your art with the world. Every artist draws from their life--be it past relationships or that cute guy or girl you're currently crushing on. Post the drawing and see if he notices. If you're worried about his reaction, drop him an email and mention that it was inspired by his photo. Maybe ask him about how the photo was taken. Bonding over artistic influences is a great way to get to know someone. Perhaps he wants to collaborate on a project? You never know-- it could be the start of an amazing artistic (and possibly romantic) partnership.
What's the worst that could happen? If he asks if the photo is supposed to be him, just say, "Oh, yeah, I liked that one photo of you. The lighting was really awesome!" You can always say that you liked the photo on an artistic level if you feel awkward about it. He'll probably be flattered that his photo inspired you to create something cool.
Also, never let anyone (particularly a guy) stop you from sharing your art with the world. Every artist draws from their life--be it past relationships or that cute guy or girl you're currently crushing on. Post the drawing and see if he notices. If you're worried about his reaction, drop him an email and mention that it was inspired by his photo. Maybe ask him about how the photo was taken. Bonding over artistic influences is a great way to get to know someone. Perhaps he wants to collaborate on a project? You never know-- it could be the start of an amazing artistic (and possibly romantic) partnership.
I didn't have room to mention that the kissable inspiration led the the drawing to be of the half a second before a kiss. And the other person in it it, looks suspiciously like I do in my head, which is close enough to what I really look like to be a bit obvious. That said, I think you're right. I'm really proud of it, drawing's not usually my medium (watercolors, videos. mask making/costuming and collage are, even my comics are funnier than they are beautiful, and I post all them) and I so desperately want to share it, when something i do matches the thought that formed in my head. So much of my life revolves around art that it's a bit weird for me to be tormenting myself over sharing it, Thanx!
POST IT! Especially if you're proud of it.
Chic Geek is right, never let anyone stop you from showing your art.
-virtual artist highfive-
Totally agree! Post it! Especially if you are proud of it.
Nick's right -- don't let anyone stop you from sharing your art with the world. Who knows who YOU might inspire?
I've had men tell me that my art is stupid. Guess what? They are gone, and I still have my art. Even though I'm no Picasso, it makes me happy. Do what makes you happy, share what makes you happy. If the guy doesn't like it, more than likely he won't be in your life long enough for it to matter.
Trust me, you don't want someone in your life who can't accept who you are.
You go, girlfriend!
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