Whether you’re a professional illustrator or you do it as a hobby, improving your skills and building up your portfolio go hand in hand. Being a strong illustrator is a valuable trait to have as a designer. It is perhaps the most effective way to communicate ideas from your imagination to your clients and team members. There are several ways to improve your skills and become a better artist. From practicing as often as you can to watching tutorials and building upon the feedback you receive is both valuable and essential. Follow along, and we’ll take you through the five tips we think are most useful for new illustrators working to become the best they can be.