This has really deep resonance for me, not only because I know it to be true for myself in my own work, as I'm working, but also because recognising that it's true for others is so significant - I'm aware of that too, but thank you for highlighting it so beautifully and reminding me of it. It's crystallised it into something I can hold on to and celebrate.
One of the most profound moments of complement that I ever felt, was when a friend came over to see some work that was headed to an exhibition, and when she stood in front of one painting, she spontaneously burst into tears.
This post is very profound to me, and resonates so much. I have had this experience both with my own work, as well as the work of others, and it is something that I am going to pay more attention to in the future.
Lovely words. Thank you! I can so relate to that moment when something - or some small part of something - that you’ve drawn just looks soooo good. I was doing the feet of a magpie and had to take a photo to send it to my son.
Such a powerful lesson. Thank you so much for your words. I never knew the scientific language for this experience. I have been calling it Peaceful Happiness.... This is the motivation that makes it all worthwhile. Enjoying it and giving it others through sharing artwork and teaching is the cookie... Peaceful Happiness Judith ❤️
I’m so glad my post gave new words to your experience of Peaceful Happiness (wonderful phrase, by the way!). This is such a powerful idea that I felt compelled to share it. 💖
Just what I needed to hear this morning. I am adjusting to life as an artist and the solitude is daunting at times. It helps to look at the bigger picture of why I create.
I’m so glad I could offer a little help, Kate. The solitude of art practice is both blessing and trial for me, too. Glad we were able to connect today.
As an artist, writer, and swooner, I just love this post, Tara. Yes, to love, to taking it in.
Thanks so much, Sara! Always happy to meet another swooner!
This has really deep resonance for me, not only because I know it to be true for myself in my own work, as I'm working, but also because recognising that it's true for others is so significant - I'm aware of that too, but thank you for highlighting it so beautifully and reminding me of it. It's crystallised it into something I can hold on to and celebrate.
Deborah, your comment made my heart feel so happy! Thanks for getting my foggy, dark Monday off to such a good start. 💖
One of the most profound moments of complement that I ever felt, was when a friend came over to see some work that was headed to an exhibition, and when she stood in front of one painting, she spontaneously burst into tears.
This post is very profound to me, and resonates so much. I have had this experience both with my own work, as well as the work of others, and it is something that I am going to pay more attention to in the future.
Lovely words. Thank you! I can so relate to that moment when something - or some small part of something - that you’ve drawn just looks soooo good. I was doing the feet of a magpie and had to take a photo to send it to my son.
And feet are such challenging parts so when you get that swoon-worthy feeling, it simply must be shared!
Such a powerful lesson. Thank you so much for your words. I never knew the scientific language for this experience. I have been calling it Peaceful Happiness.... This is the motivation that makes it all worthwhile. Enjoying it and giving it others through sharing artwork and teaching is the cookie... Peaceful Happiness Judith ❤️
I’m so glad my post gave new words to your experience of Peaceful Happiness (wonderful phrase, by the way!). This is such a powerful idea that I felt compelled to share it. 💖
Just what I needed to hear this morning. I am adjusting to life as an artist and the solitude is daunting at times. It helps to look at the bigger picture of why I create.
I’m so glad I could offer a little help, Kate. The solitude of art practice is both blessing and trial for me, too. Glad we were able to connect today.