So much depends on the seed being sown. The seed could come from a visit to a local museum or library, the challenge of a QWERTY flurry in November, or even the spark inspiration from a cool Instagram feed. The seed may lie dormant for several years. Just as actual seeds may require certain temperature cycles, scarification, or stratification, our own artistic awakenings may wait for the right conditions to germinate. Even though developing the habits of artistic practice—that is, of deliberate and consistent creation—can be so difficult, it is only the beginning stage of growth. To cultivate and spread creative work, writers and artists must hustle, but they must hustle in a way that is less coercive than collaborative. Even in times of drought, creative people must keep a mindset of abundance, that there is room for everyone to achieve their goals, because a fertile soil isn’t composed of competition but cooperation.
Happy New Year! Thanks for the shout-out, and the drawing tips! I love the cinematic shots approach and the Brunetti exercise. I really enjoy your newsletter, and I'm looking forward to reading more in the new year.
Happy New Year! Thank you for including my newsletter in your list. I love all these suggestions—finally, some resolutions I can get behind!!
Happy New Year! Thanks for the shout-out, and the drawing tips! I love the cinematic shots approach and the Brunetti exercise. I really enjoy your newsletter, and I'm looking forward to reading more in the new year.
Loved the daily drawing tips, thank you for sharing!