This week’s sketchbook exploration was inspired by Jane Davies. I recently listened to her 2019 interview on the “Learn to Paint” podcast, and in that interview she spoke a bit about a 30 minute mark-making activity: she sets a timer and makes marks on a piece of paper for 30 minutes. No larger goal than that. It is a way for her to get out of the mindset of trying to finish a painting.
I have noticed, since I started making art full time, that December and January are fallow times. I need to let painting sit quietly while I explore other creative outlets until the world and I start waking up again with spring.
I have noticed, since I started making art full time, that December and January are fallow times. I need to let painting sit quietly while I explore other creative outlets until the world and I start waking up again with spring.
It feels so good to know it is my need right now. Recognizing and honoring our creative rhythms is so important