Creator's Spotlight: Tanner Valant

Creator's Spotlight: Tanner Valant

Join Hayley for this in-depth interview with Tanner Valant, a 19-year-old emerging artist making waves in the art world. Known for his mesmerizing large-scale colored pencil drawings that explore the duality and harmony between monochromatic dark forms and vibrant natural elements, Tanner shares his creative process, artistic journey, and the evolution of his craft. Currently studying at the prestigious School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Tanner has captured global attention through his viral social media presence, amassing millions of views and reaching over 40 million people! <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tannervalant/?hl=en/">Discover more of Tanner's work on Instagram!</a>

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Takeaways

  • Learn how to develop a unique art style by exploring personal experiences and inspirations.
  • Discover the importance of consistency and practice in mastering art techniques.
  • Gain insights into using social media to build an audience and showcase your artwork.

Key Moments

  • 00:00:00 - Introduction to Tanner, a young hyperrealistic artist.
  • 00:02:00 - Tanner shares his journey from childhood art classes to rediscovering art in high school.
  • 00:05:00 - Discussing the impact of social media on Tanner's art career.
  • 00:10:00 - Tanner explains his self-taught techniques using colored pencils.
  • 00:20:00 - Tanner talks about his unique style and the themes in his artwork.

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