Creating art is a rollercoaster of emotions for me. I want to share my journey, the good and the bad, the ups and downs and whatever lessons I learn along the way. Art is my safe place, my therapy. When thoughts in my head get overwhelming, I turn to my art. It’s my scape, my sanctuary. I forget everything else and I’m truly present while creating a new image.
There is a twist though, I can be my worst critic and hater. I’ve struggled with perfectionism, over thinking every detail, every stroke of the Apple Pencil. It’s a journey to learn how to let go of this need for flawlessness. Art is my solace. It’s where I can experiment freely, where there is no right or wrong, only the joy of the creative process. Sometimes, things work out beautifully, and then sometimes they don’t. That’s what’s great about art, the experimentation and the journey.
With social media though it’s hard to escape the allure of likes, shares and having anything go viral. I often struggle with the question of whether to keep the art to myself or if I should share it with the world. But on this art journey I’m learning and understanding better that the essence of art lies in personal expression, not approval. It’s my personal vision and how I see that matters.
I explore dark subjects in my art. Depression, trauma, insecurities. These themes aren’t easy to talk about but they are essential to our shared human experience. Art has been a way to connect, to heal, and to let others know they are not alone in their struggles.
Finding the balance in this creative journey is the challenging part. Balancing the joy of creating with the goal of turning art into a full time job is a fine line to walk. I’m learning that it is possible to earn money from my art while staying true my passion and vision.
So to finish let me leave you with this small advice, one that I often need to remind myself: Embrace the imperfections, enjoy the creative process and let anything you do be an authentic expression of your inner self. Art is your journey and a reflection of who you are. It’s ok to be imperfect.
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