Ponno Ponderings — Perfectionism
Why I Never Sketch (and that's a problem)
Creativity Making Art Perfectionism
I'm an artist. You'd think I like to get messy, explore tons of ideas, sketch wildly, make / fail / repeat...well, I don't.
When Painting Is No Longer Fun
Making Art Mental Health Perfectionism
Normally on the first of the year, I'd write about my plans for the new year. What I plan to do differently. This year is no exception but I have a specific experience to share instead. Getting comfortable with what's uncomfortable. I spent the better part of the day working on my new Shopify website. I felt pretty productive emotionally as I moved product after product over to the new system. Zoned out. Checked off to-do items. The bigger issue as of late is my creative block. I can't seem to make anything good. Because I don't do much exploring...
Anxiety and Craft Shows
Business Entrepreneurship Event Mental Health Perfectionism
After set up at every show, panic and anxiety set in.
Painting and Self Doubt
Making Art Mental Health Perfectionism
I've been listening to a lot of The Jealous Curator's podcast and it's nice to know that all artists feel self doubt – no matter how young, old, experienced, whatever.
What is the Point of Making Art?
Depression Making Art Mental Health Perfectionism
Do you guys want to know how big of a dick I can be to my inner artist? Well, I'll enlighten you.