What did you draw today?

Often people ask me 'what do I have to do to become a famous artist?'. In the first instance, I'd suggest re-framing your goal. Fame is of dubious value, and unrealistic in the visual arts - you'd be better off going on reality TV. If, on the other hand, you simply want to be an authentic artist - someone who makes pieces of artistic value, and perhaps commercial value, whether professional or amateur, you have the beginnings of a more realistic goal.

So what do you need to do to acheive this goal?
First, you need to master your craft. Learn to draw and paint as well as you can. Be willing to constantly assess your work for areas of improvement, and work on any problems. This process is never-ending.
Second, you need to create a 'body of work'. You must have a range of artworks that represent the breadth and depth of your artistic vision and purpose.
Third, you must make your work accessable to the public - you need to market yourself and your art.

There is one attribute that all great artists share: they spend the bulk of their day in the studio, making art. This might not be possible for you right now, but if you don't pick up a pencil and draw today, you are another day behind in your quest. If you spend just ten minutes drawing, then you will have taken one step closer to your goal.

Try making a checklist of things you can do:
Five minutes - do some quick perspective sketches, or a mass drawing in charcoal, or a hand study in pencil.
Thirty minutes - sketch ideas for a composition. Take some reference photos. Do a contour drawing of a kitchen gadget. Research some artists that you identify with. - Stick it on the fridge, and instead of watching that TV soap or reading a magazine, take a positive step towards your goal of being an artist.

Drawing Quotes - add a motivational quote to your sketchbook.
Sketchbook Ideas - don't know what to draw? Try one of these exercises.
Choosing an Art Career