I remember the first time I started painting and drawing. Most of the time I never finished projects because they felt wrong, but out of those discarded projects came ideas that were either spontaneous like an unexpected miracle, or gradual the way a peach matures before it becomes perfect for harvest. I really appreciate this article by Emily Jeffords because she shares how even her as a successful artist, dreaded the process. Read her thoughts of the creative process in the link below. #doitfortheprocess
I was talking with one of my most encouraging friends, about my creative process and how it has been a challenge for me to really push myself and try new things. I feel like I have so many people depending on me, and while I’m thankful for each and every one of them, it is hard to push my own boundaries when there’s a very big possibility for failure.
But why is failure ugly?
If failing results in growth then why am I shamed of it?
I remember visiting the Columbus Museum of Art a few years ago and seeing works from Rembrandt’s sketchbook that I’m pretty darn sure he did not think they were his best pieces – certainly not finished or refined!
But the process, the way the ideas unfolded so organically in those drawings, was just as beautiful as the masterpieces hanging a few feet away. And, as…
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