Tag: art routine

“A place for everything, and everything in its place.” That old saying suddenly feels extra meaningful during the holiday season. When everything around you is organized, tidy, and thoughtfully arranged, the mind seems to breathe a little easier, ideas flow a little smoother, and your creative energy feels ready to be tapped into. Your studio can be exactly that kind of space ,  a haven that is both functional and festive, ready to welcome you for hours of art-making without the nagging stress of clutter or chaos. The holiday season naturally…

The last thing artists expect is needed to stay consistent is emotional skills, but let me break it down for you. Most of us think being consistent is all about discipline, rigid schedules, or hours locked in the studio. Like, “if I just grind long enough, I’ll magically produce every day.” But the truth is way messier, and way more human. What really keeps you showing up is how you deal with the doubts, the distractions, the little inner voices that whisper, “Maybe today isn’t worth it.” That’s where emotional skills…