I wasn’t sure if I was going to get today’s post and video up. I was experiencing some computer issues but thankfully I sorted that all out and am sharing with you my latest journal page.
I really enjoyed making today’s spread. Normally I start with the background but today I started with the focal image and then worked out. I have been wanting to draw more faces in an effort to not only better my skills but also to find my own style. I was very aware as I was drawing this lady about the thoughts in my head. I was trying so hard to make her look happy, then I was doubting my abilities at all, and finally I remembered some unicorns I drew when I was young.
I was so proud of them and immediately felt I had a talent for drawing. I don’t remember what happened but I let go of drawing then and when I tried to start up again, I just felt as if I wasn’t able to because I wasn’t an artist like other people.
It had me wondering how many things in life I stopped doing or kept doing because of what other people thought about it. I am always amazed at the revelations that can come about when we make a little space for our creative expression.
I hope you enjoy today’s video. What is something you love to do but never felt you could claim it for yourself? Maybe today you can.
Until next time…
-Michele, aka The Dreaming Dilettante
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I’ve always tried to avoid drawing faces in my art because I didn’t think I was good at it. I had an assignment my freshman year of college to do a self-portrait and I hated that assignment… but I do have to admit it actually turned out pretty good. I’m so reluctant to start painting and drawing again though because I do feel like I’ve lost those skills and am fearful of “failure”; which is crazy since I’d really only be doing the art for myself anyway!
It’s so common Joanne! I try to remind myself that the art is for my enjoyment and for me to express my creativity. I hope you try drawing again.