Make a Statement – Writing the Artist’s Statement
Disclaimer: No babies were eaten by sharks in the writing of this blogpost. Does the thought of writing an artist’s statement make you run for high ground? Sometimes, visual geniuses, like you, will...
View ArticleCommand the Brand
Creatives have their plates full. I know you hear people say they wish they could hang out and (fill in the blank)________(write, draw, paint, sculpt, play music) all day, but they don’t know what you...
View ArticleWalking the Tightrope
When you work on your own, it’s easy to get into an unproductive rut. The demands of everyday life can pull you off track. Soon, you find, you’re taxiing kids, doing the laundry or waiting for repair...
View ArticleSeries-ous Directions
Having the vehicle and directions to get where you want to go is priceless. But, what happens when we’re in unfamiliar territory? Recently, I came to a crossroad and didn’t have a map. No stinkin’...
View ArticleHold On To Your Hat
Sometimes, life gets crazy. You know what I mean. We artists have to wear many hats. Of course, we want to stop the “Glorification of busy.” It seems to have become either a disease or a badge of honor...
View ArticleThe Art of Acceptance
“There’s a tightening that comes with the proficiency we achieve in whatever it is we do.” (click to Tweet) We’re a lot like children, still…and I think it’s precious. Have you ever noticed how when...
View Article12 Steps and a Trip
Put me in a 12-Step program. I’ve been through one before, but that was eons ago. 12-Step programs offer fantastic structure with “rules for accountability and living.” Back in the day, it was clear...
View ArticleWhat’s Your Problem?
What’s your problem? Yeah, I know you have one. Or you ought to. I currently have an issue I’m working out….more often than not, I work on it in front of you all! Not this one…not yet. Cat got yer...
View ArticleWho’s Your Daddy?
Who’s your biggest advocate? Who champions your career, has your back, ferrets out opportunity that will benefit you? I hope your answer is – ME! I don’t mean me…the coach, the artist, the advisor…I...
View ArticleGarden Party
“We’re all mad here.” “But, I don’t want to go among mad people,” Alice remarked. “Oh, you can’t help that,” said the Cat: “we’re all mad here. I’m mad. You’re mad.” “How do you know I’m mad?” said...
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