❓I often get asked by artists what is the best way to get started in Augmented Reality Art. Here are some tips, but like everything, your process will be different than everyone else’s. It has taken me several years to grasp the concepts but once things click it’s really fun and easy!
1️⃣Download the FREE software. I use Spark AR to make my filters. You can make filters for both Instagram and Facebook using Spark AR. Visit www.sparkar.com for more info.
2️⃣YouTube is your best friend. There are literally hundreds of creators posting well-crafted tutorials and offering the best information in exchange for nothing. Take advantage of this. YouTube is the BEST university.
3️⃣Join the Spark AR Creators group on Facebook. The community is growing and very generous. You can ask questions, see what projects people are working on, and get inspiration.
4️⃣Don’t copy other people. I know we draw inspiration as artists by taking references from existing works…but try to digest the tools properly so you can better apply them to your own style. Learn by copying but never publish work that is not yours!
5️⃣Have fun. Learning is not a linear process. There will be days where you are going to feel that you haven’t learned shit. Take a break and then come back. You will notice progress but you have to give it time.
These are my very basic tips regarding the tools to just begin. I will be posting some tutorials and more specific information soon! I hope it inspires you and happy creating!
