Yes! Art can be difficult to make or not, but, until I’m interested in the work, I don’t care to know about the artist’s struggle.
]]>Julie: What about before you start painting?
]]>Becky: I KNOW! I can’t imagine being stuck in a room with many people you don’t like and given instructions to produce something (based on someone else’s criteria) in 48 hours. You’re right, though. It is kind of fun to see the relief phase–like Abdhi at the ocean last night.
]]>James: Great story! Thanks for sharing it with us.
]]>HJM: Most artists who get into the biz have no idea what they’re getting into. They love making art, but they don’t love making it a business. I try to emphasize how hard you have to work to make a living as an artist. If you haven’t learned the work discipline somewhere (art school, another job), it’s hard to pick up mid-life. But you have to if you’re going to be a pro.
]]>Lesley: Hmmm. Maybe you should read that post on comparing yourself to other artists from last week. 😉 Not really my words, but the comments.
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