2018 flew by. There were many ups (first gallery show, selling my artwork, making tons of new artwork, becoming part of a community of art) and downs, but i guess that is life. A few things am learning and will take with me into the new year:
1. Just keep swimming - as Dory says, even when things are not going your way, keep going. All artists hit a wall of challenge and feel uninspired at times, and it is important in those times to keep doing things to help remove the block. So, if you are challenged with being inspired by painting, read a book, go for a walk, go to a museum, connect with others on IG or other creative networks. But don't give up, it will come back.
2. Moderation is good - in all aspects of life, food, exercise, work, art and even love.
3. Connect with nature - in some way shape or form, i need this. Even if i just get to open the front door and take a deep breathe of fresh air.
4. Connect with people - the digital world is so easy, but it just isn't healthy if all you do all day is sit on the computer. call people, talk to people, spend time with my son; make an effort to connect with people.
5. Just do your thing, girl - I've been struggling with this one in a few facets of my life. I've grown to care too much about other people's opinion. I don't think it always serves me well. I need to focus on my passion... this will definitely be a focus for 2019. It is in my hands.
Don't want to go on too much, but those are just a few things i am thinking about!
Hope you have a great 2019. Cheers!
1. Just keep swimming - as Dory says, even when things are not going your way, keep going. All artists hit a wall of challenge and feel uninspired at times, and it is important in those times to keep doing things to help remove the block. So, if you are challenged with being inspired by painting, read a book, go for a walk, go to a museum, connect with others on IG or other creative networks. But don't give up, it will come back.
2. Moderation is good - in all aspects of life, food, exercise, work, art and even love.
3. Connect with nature - in some way shape or form, i need this. Even if i just get to open the front door and take a deep breathe of fresh air.
4. Connect with people - the digital world is so easy, but it just isn't healthy if all you do all day is sit on the computer. call people, talk to people, spend time with my son; make an effort to connect with people.
5. Just do your thing, girl - I've been struggling with this one in a few facets of my life. I've grown to care too much about other people's opinion. I don't think it always serves me well. I need to focus on my passion... this will definitely be a focus for 2019. It is in my hands.
Don't want to go on too much, but those are just a few things i am thinking about!
Hope you have a great 2019. Cheers!