It’s always interesting, if not encouraging, to look back on the goals I’ve set for myself for a period of time. When summer started I knew I was going to be very busy [for me]. I was also quite cognizant of my need for some “do nothing” time. Early 2009 was quite busy with some legal mumbo-jumbo and 2 painting classes. I began the summer a bit run down. Just the same I set myself two major goals for my art this summer:
- Seek FCA “active” status as a first step towards marketing my art.
- Paint a full-sheet [22”x30”] watercolor.
So, how did I do? Well, I assigned a time frame to the first goal – apply for change in status before leaving for vacation in Ontario July 16. Early July I spent time selecting 10 paintings and writing an artist bio and setting up a webpage. Done. I had a letter from FCA head office that my application had been accepted in early August. Mission accomplished!
As for the second goal I had done absolutely nothing until today I am, for whatever reason, intimidated by a full sheet of watercolor paper – how crazy is that? I’ve just set a new goal and taken some steps today to get this done before my class starts in early November. I dug out two sheets of watercolor paper, wet them down, and dropped in fresh paints with a bit of water spray texture. They drying right now. I hope it will be easier to plan and execute a painting with this initial step behind me. You’re about to find out via this blog. Here are the two “starts”…
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You are amazing. I am inspired by your drive and fortitude, besides your creativity. Your example of how you live your life and what you share with us has a way of impacting us. Thank you for sharing your work and so much of who you are in your wonderful blog.
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