Author, Artist, Illustrator Lisa Congdon describes the artist voice as a combination of style, skills, subject matter and choice of medium. It also reflects your personality, experiences and values.
I can tell you from experience that you do not "find your voice" over night. It took me years of experimenting, practicing and sending my art out into the world. My voice only became clear when I started making art nearly every day.
Congdon confirms my experience that your artistic voice is a journey, not a one time event. It is an evolution that changes as you change.
This book includes interviews with artists and also suggests strategies for developing your unique voice like...
• making art every day
• create personal challenges
• seek feedback from those you trust
• embrace solitude and mindfulness.
Although at my age I have a pretty good sense of my artistic voice, this book was a good confirmation and worth the read.