From the bristles they're made

Finally, I started painting again! It's been such a long time since I'd done anything creative. My confidence was so low I wouldn't even let myself doodle for the longest time.

I spent a lot of time mourning over long ago strife with my art. The hardest part was living with the knowledge that art was everything I ever was, that I had let it all slip through my fingers and drop. Coming to terms with the fact that I wasn't living some life-long sentence of artistic hell, that I was actually on hiatus, THAT was taxing.


There is a lot of baggage that comes with creativity. If it isn't yourself, then it's society condemning it's worth. If you know anyone pursuing an artistic life, know how difficult it really is. Putting your heart out there for the world to see, endlessly judged on every nuance. That's a heavy cross to bare.

Sometimes it's the little things that make you fold. Want to give it up and slink away. The monotony of comments from strangers or family can be overwhelming. I guess what I'm trying to say is talent can feel like a disfigurement if it isn't appreciated. Art needs more nurturing and less prejudice.

Be inspired.
Value self expression.
Keep in touch with your creative side... We are all gifted.

Picture: Wet Paint ©1930 SEPS: Licensed by Curtis Publishing, Indianapolis, IN

2 comments:

Lizzy B said...

My heart did a little jump when I read you had started painting; the longer you leave something, the harder it can be to get back, even if the hiatus was necessary.

yay for picking up your brushes!

Anonymous said...

I'm so glad you've started doing something you love. Yeah for you!! :)