You guys were so sweet about my "doodles" I have to tell you that it took a lot for me to post it.
For a long time I have really wanted to start exploring the option of creating some art and selling it.
I wanted to share a few other pictures I've done.
But I would be lying if I didn't admit that the whole idea makes me nervous and a bit scared.
I guess it's about being judged and thinking my stuff isn't very good... and laziness.
I get bogged down by regular life and watching TV shows I don't need to watch. I make a ton of excuses why I can't actually work on what is dear to my heart, Botanical art and painted collage.
But I need to just suck it up, get off the couch and get back to what makes me happy, right?
No success without risk?
These image are from a class I took a few years ago. I really loved that class and I really felt like I had connected with my creative side.
Each picture took me about 13 to 15 hours, but I loved every minute. What excuse do I have for not doing it now?
-No one will pay me to draw a leaf for 13 hours, but someone will pay me to paint a dresser black in 2.
-There's laundry to be done.
-I had to work early this morning I'm too tired.
-Desperate Housewives is on.
- I need to eat more Oreos.
I want to start new canvas projects; but I just make excuses. I don't take any risks.
I finally admitted to someone that I don't create what I really love because I am afraid of rejection.
But it should be really for me right? That's why artist's create? And I should dream big, right, like this inspirational person?
I have to admit, the series I am doing on Monday's has helped me more than I care to admit, I feel much more motivate interviewing and learning about these talented women.
Now I just have to get off of the couch and put the Oreo's away.
Jen
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I can relate with how hard it is to put yourself out there with something that you have a vision for and then created, but I think that your work is amazing and that somewhere out there will is someone that will pay you to draw for 13 hours. I say go for it!!
ReplyDeleteOh girl-- it's all gawgeous! You sold me on your first one!
ReplyDeleteSo clearly the flu that is sweeping my house is also sweeping my ability to proofread before hitting publish. Uh! You get the idea though, right?!
ReplyDeleteYour art work is beautiful and such an expression of your soul. Maybe that's why you hesitate...it must be kind of like standing naked in a store window, baring everything. Not to mention, I feel like it would be giving up a little part of me...or at least I think that's how I would feel. I don't have a talented bone in my body. You on the other hand are amazing!
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ReplyDeletethese drawings are excellent!
ReplyDeletewe could be twins!
I bet I have more excuses than you do tho. hehe
have the same prob with people not paying true worth for my creations and then me feeling guilty to charge them anyway...and I can't afford to just do it for myself and build up a collection of clutter. but if I stop being creative, I get easily depressed, so I will never stop.
(I like "trash-talk"'s comment...it spoke to me too)
If you do it for the love of it, it shouldn't matter if anyone else likes it...there's always someone who won't appreciate the time and effort and HEART an artist puts into their work. This is why I don't push my soaps or slings or furniture...I do it because I love to do it, and if others want to buy it, great. If not, I've enjoyed the process. I think your artwork is glorious, btw...but the opinion that matters is yours :)
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely beautiful and I know what you mean about the feelings art class brought out. I took acrylic painting and felt the same way. Real life stepped back up and now I feel guilty that I don't use my God-given talent. Good luck on finding time to do it as you are so very talented! I enjoy your blog very much and thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteJen - I WOULD BUY YOUR ART. Love, Courtney :-)
ReplyDeletePUT DOWN THE OREOS AND STEP AWAY FROM THE COUCH!!!! Those are AMAZING!! A talent like that NEEDS to be shared! I'm telling you that is God given and you should most certainly tap into that!
ReplyDeletePut the oreos away and turn off the tv Jen - these are amazing! I think we all get bogged down in worrying about rejection and let it stop us from following our dreams and doing what we love...so, do what you love doing and dream big and I KNOW you'll find success and be really happy too!!
ReplyDeleteYour art is just amazing! I love it and would hang it in my house in a second.
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Jen these are all amazing...I really think you need to put yourself out there and take the risk...These are gorgeous and the time you take to create each one is very inspiring! Hope you have a great weekend~ xo
ReplyDeleteJENNIFER!!!!! I love them. Follow your dreams...the end result of happiness and joy will all be worth it. You already know how I feel about you and your dreams. Now get off your A** and get creating. I need me some Jen artwork!!!
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Beautiful work! Let your talent shine through your art. Use your talents because only you can create your works of art.
ReplyDeleteJen!!!! oHMYgoodness!! Girl, you are so incredibly talented....I absolutely love botanicals and these are just breathtaking! I know what you mean about time though...seems as though we have to do what can be finished quickly as we have so many things to do in our lives ~ don't worry though. As time passes you will have more and more time to do these things! hugs and love, Dawn
ReplyDeleteYou have talent and shouldn't have any qualms about selling your original artwork! Gorgeous!
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Jen--Those are absolutely wonderful and amazing. I love them! I always feel like because I am self taught and not trained that I am not a real artist.
ReplyDeleteYour artwork is beautiful! You need to share more with us.
ReplyDeleteI know just what you mean about afraid to put yourself and your artwork out there for all to see. I just blogged about that very thing today and became brave enough to begin showing that side of me.
Lee Ann
Oh my goodness girl those are beautiful !!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful talent you have ~
xoxo
Lori
I'll tell you what -- you have real talent and I LOVE your drawings. Yes, do what you love! (and pass me one of those oreos).
ReplyDeleteOh wow! I am absolutely impressed. These are gorgeous. You are so very talented.
ReplyDeleteOh , yes.. you so know deep inside what you need to do..the whispers of your soul will not stop tapping at you until you set them free into this world.. I know ..I didn't do my first painting until I was 30 yrs old!
ReplyDeleteNow it is like breathing for me..essential to my survival..
your work is gorgeous.. you can.. and will sell it.
Yes it is scary..you are letting people glimpse inside your soul, but it will bring you fulfillment like you can't even imagine.
Television can be an insidious creativity killer/procrastinator/saboteur
( also a brilliant way at silencing your soul whispers..at least for a little while..I know this one) I now purposefully don't know what is on so I don't care.. artwork comes first..( well except for the 2 year old..he wins!..heehee)
You are about to embark on such an exciting journey and I am delighted you shared the beginning of it all with us.. we are all cheering you on.. Yay!!
Big hugs , Helen
I love your drawings...so delicate and beautiful (started to say, "like a botanical"...duh). And yeah, I hear ya. Very hard to put yourself out there. Indeed! But trust me, these are gorgeous!
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Far, FAR from doodles. They are beautiful.
ReplyDeletePlease always make art!
xo, Laura