One way to get ideas is to look at what other artists have painted, preferably the "the Masters" from history or the successful artists of today. Go to museums and the shows they put on, check out books from the library and go to art exhibits in your areas. Take a small notebook to write down what other artists have done. Check your Critique List , last post here, and see how they handle the techniques listed.
Another way is to look in magazines that show foods, interior design and advertisements. Again, check your Critique List and see how they handle negative space, repetitive shapes and colors, etc.
Thirdly, check out books on design. Some basic rules may help you set up a still-life with your own favorite objects that you have collected.
Last, have your camera ready so you can take pictures of your favorite setups. Saving a favorite setup will help free you up to move objects around so you can find that arrangement that is just right.
Now you are ready to start and don't forget to have fun!
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