Really enjoyed reading this. I’ve been thinking recently about how my view of a successful artist or designer has changed also as I’ve aged. I realise now that I have as much respect for those that perhaps aren’t always living the perfect creative life on paper. BUT are still creating. They still make time to explore and experiment. Because they know it brings them peace, or drive, a way to communicate, or think… or be.
I like your thoughts on imbalance rather than balance too. There’s definitely something in that - focus and energy where and when it’s needed. ☀️
Thanks so much Hazel, I think it's changed to being able to make it work for you, right?
I don't think an artist who paints 8 hours a week and does a show every year is less than those who paint 10 hours a day everyday. Just what works for them at this stage of their lifes
100% imbalance is where its at, I can go a month without creating for art and spend that month doing more "work" part of the greater picture.
Really enjoyed reading this. I’ve been thinking recently about how my view of a successful artist or designer has changed also as I’ve aged. I realise now that I have as much respect for those that perhaps aren’t always living the perfect creative life on paper. BUT are still creating. They still make time to explore and experiment. Because they know it brings them peace, or drive, a way to communicate, or think… or be.
I like your thoughts on imbalance rather than balance too. There’s definitely something in that - focus and energy where and when it’s needed. ☀️
Thanks so much Hazel, I think it's changed to being able to make it work for you, right?
I don't think an artist who paints 8 hours a week and does a show every year is less than those who paint 10 hours a day everyday. Just what works for them at this stage of their lifes
100% imbalance is where its at, I can go a month without creating for art and spend that month doing more "work" part of the greater picture.