FEARLESS MOMENTUM
Even though this is technically a painting, I love the line work on this piece. The line actually feels very painterly, which is allowing it to peacefully coexist with the brush work. 10”x 8”, acrylic, collage and pencil on wood © 2019 David Limrite
“Paint like a fiend when the idea possesses you.”
Robert Henri, Artist/Educator
Fearless Momentum
As you know, if you have been reading this blog for awhile, I am big into momentum. Momentum is so important for an artists development and success. Momentum can combat things like fear, self-doubt, procrastination and self-sabotage. Among other things. Once you get some momentum going, it will be very difficult to stop you.
One of the easiest ways to build, gain and maintain momentum is to create on a regular daily or weekly basis. This is easier than it sounds. Pick a subject matter, medium and technique that gets your motor running and excites you to no end. If you do this, you will want to create as often as you can. Because it will be fun!
I want to take this discussion about momentum a step further.
I want to encourage you to try and engage in some fearless momentum creativity. By this I mean that I want you to be fearless while creating. Take a lot of risks. Make a lot of mistakes. Try stuff. Step outside your comfort zone. Be curious and exploratory.
And, make a lot of bad art.
What!? Seriously?
Yes! The more you commit to this kind of approach, the more fearless momentum you will build, and the easier it will become to create this way. And, the more interesting your work will become. You will become a more confident and productive artist, as well.
BTW, a “bad” painting can always be re-worked, (or, worse case scenario, painted over). So, you have nothing to lose. I always learn so much from making a bad painting. Even if that is, “what doesn’t work”.
Get motivated. Take a deep breath. Trust your talent and skills. Head into a new year of fearless momentum and more interesting creativity.
Best,
David
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Mixed media collage project done during Art Barn Workshop
© 2019 Gail Reisman
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