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The Top 42 Digital Art Blogs on the Web

We've scoured the web to find the best digital art blogs out there. That means you're looking at the best of the best. Whether they're showcasing original graphical art or sharing expertise and top-notch tutorials, these impressive bloggers contribute valuable material to the diverse and ever-evolving world of digital art.

Check out the list, you're sure to find layer after layer of technical prowess, sophisticated technique, and great composition. So whether you're an aspiring digital artist or a thriving professional, dive in and get inspired!


The Top Five Digital Art Blogs

  1. Graphic Design Blog showcases edgy photos by a host of different artists and covers all areas of digital art. The expansive subject matter covers all ranges of intensity. Think preppy fonts to zombie dolphins. Don't miss the stellar font design and illustrations as well.
  2. Photoshop Disasters adds a touch of reality to an otherwise unrealistic digital world. Few blogs touch on the manipulative power of Photoshop, but Photoshop Disasters highlights some of mix-ups that can happen when relying too heavily on digital art. Most of the pictures will make you laugh, and a few will downright scare you.
  3. Perfect Pixel Art delves into the intricacies of pixel art and retro graphics. The mix of video posts and features of inspired pixel art pieces make this site not only educational for an aspiring digital artist, but also fun for anyone just browsing through.
  4. YouTheDesigner is classy and comprehensive. Detailed posts range in topic from best Incredible Hulk artwork to snazzy watercolor effects for web design. This blog covers digital art from one end of the spectrum to the other. Viewers can see just about every application for digital art on this site.
  5. Psd Tuts features some of the most interesting and easy to follow Photoshop tutorials on the internet. It's a great place for any aspiring digital artist to pick up some tips. Anyone from a novice to an advanced Photoshop user is sure to find something of interest here.
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The Rest of the Best

  1. Chris Wahl Art shows of his body of work and graciously offers tips and step-by-step instructions for some of his digital drawings.
  2. PS Hero PS Hero is definitely deserving of his moniker. This not-to-be-missed site offers masterful, but easy to follow, Photoshop and digital photography tutorials.
  3. Drawing Your Dreams chronicles a student's effort to become a 3-D character artist. The blog also features video game and technology news.
  4. The Art of McGee showcases Photoshop's ability to take a sketch drawing and turn it into a finished project.
  5. Jason Chan Art features the work of an artist whose stunning digital art appears on book covers, trading cards, and promotional pieces. He also offers educational videos for purchase on his site.
  6. Digital Art Revolution This inspiring and informative digital art blog features a wealth of interviews and information about digital art in the real world.
  7. Art Head Start Jim Coe's portfolio contains digital images created using a variety of digital imaging programs. Jim walks viewers through his creative process on several of the pieces, giving an inside view of what he was thinking.
  8. Art of Faisal Saeed showcases the often politically-charged digital art of a native of the Maldives. His blog focuses on logos and digitally created advertisements.
  9. Eye Magazine Blog is an offshoot of the print version of Eye Magazine, an international review of graphic design. The blog delves into various topics surrounding graphic design, including trends and events in the world of digital art.
  10. Dezignus is a forum for digital artists to share their art and find inspiration. Featuring extra tools that will help you perfect your craft, Dezignus is a great place to find new brushes and sample pieces.

  11. John Nack on Adobe This blog offers up choice tips and musings from a real-life Adobe employee. With humor and an eye for what's hot, John Nack discusses insider tips and directs Adobe devotees to his favorite digital art.
  12. Hongkiat This popular digital art blog features tutorials, inspirational images, and news about the world of Photoshop.
  13. Scott Kelby's Photoshop Insider covers Photoshop techniques and includes lessons from the real life experience of Scott Kelby, the editor-in-chief for Layers Magazine, a Photoshop junkie mag. The site also features frequent guest bloggers and Q&A's.
  14. Vandelay Design has enough freebies to make a digital artist drool, not to mention some great tutorials, lists of the best websites, photos, and more.
  15. Spoon Graphics is Chris Spooner's "digital playground" and it's a great site for advanced digital artists looking to expand their skill set. The tutorials provided here are in-depth and cover advanced strategies.
  16. Outlaw Design is Danny Outlaw's blog about the business of being a professional digital artist. Anyone contemplating a career as a freelancer should bookmark this one.
  17. Real World Illustrator provides tips and tricks for working with digital art. In addition to tutorials, they also include technical information to help users get the most out of their programs.
  18. The Genesis Project is another Adobe blog with focus on beginners looking to break into the world of digital art. It includes simple tutorials and news updates about Adobe products you can't do without.
  19. Deviant Art is a mammoth collection of digital art pieces and tutorials, this must be included in every digital art list based on its staggering popularity alone.
  20. Cristian Camaroshci's 3D Art Expo follows Cristian's work as a 3-D modeling student. Readers can see the progression of his work as he talks them through changes that he has made.
  21. Vector Art is a stellar collection of resources focuses on vector art tutorials and add-ons for improving drawing capabilities.
  22. Blog Edub presents the work of up-and-coming Etsy designer, Erin. Her enthusiasm is infectious and her love of graphic design shines through. We're sure you'll agree that her memorable designs are delicate, feminine, and fabulous.
  23. Adventures in Digital Art, by Gale Franey, is a blog that combines awesome digital art with easy to understand tips and tricks for working with Illustrator, Photoshop and Flash.
  24. Vector Jungle offers lots of free, usable vector art and showcases the potential of vectors for use in the creation of a wide variety of projects.
  25. Digital Art Bytes covers all ranges of digital art, from photography to video. The knowledgeable author breaks down each piece and explains why he finds it exemplary.
  1. Toe Gristle presents a perpetual canvas, depicting a different digital collage with each entry. Photomontage enthusiasts will find fertile ground for inspiration and innovation here.

  2. CG Art Blog shows off the digital drawing work of Allen Shaw. This blog will especially appeal to those interested in character and game design.
  3. Logo Design Love by David Airey will suck you in. Those interested in logos will appreciate this opinionated blogger as a great source for interesting logos as well as the history behind some of the most famous logos of all time.
  4. The Digital Landscape Those passionate about digital photography should check out Andrew Wallace's breakdown of camera techniques and expert advice on what to do with your pictures after you've snapped them.
  5. The Inspiration Blog on ThinkDesign.com offers original pieces by inventive digital artists who are pushing the boundaries of their respective fields.
  6. Compass Web Works blog showcases Carol Cooper's abstract digital art. You won't find digitally rendered human look a-likes here. Instead, her pieces are about geometric shapes and a strong use of color.
  7. Cosmic Vagabond showcases digital renditions that take a look at planets that were or someday could be. These exquisite images will get you dreaming about what is possible in a big, giant universe.
  8. African Digital Art scours the web and posts the best digital art inspired by Africa. The site includes graphic design, video, typography, photography and more.
  9. Ilka's Attic is features the heavenly digital photography of Susan Tuttle. She's best known for playing heavily with focus and lighting to create ethereal looking images. Learn from her - you'll be glad you did.
  10. Alex Usquiano offers and online portfolio of his compelling digital art. This page is in Spanish but the art is so interesting that it's worth checking out even if you can't read the writing. The images have a gritty quality that makes them stand out from other digital art collections.
  11. Sour Fuzz presents logos and labels that cover a whole range of design skills. They range from beautifully simple to impossibly complex. Prepare to be amazed.
  12. SuperToki Andrew Spangler's impressive work covers several different mediums. Viewers can see his creative process as his sketches are transformed into vector-based digital art.
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