What today brought
I glance around my workspace to find something, anything to use. The creativity parts of my had very long pause. I took time off to bake for people but sometimes I have to remember to release joy in myself too.
I have to say sitting down to paint after being barred of it in my mind, quite a triumph. Then to do the commissioned choker for a client, well even more remarkable. I had not worked with my jewelry since October. No commissions for it.
Yet as I sat there putting the choker together I realized just how much of my work I miss doing. And to tip that concept over I sought out new ways to make my artwork shine.
Longing to put a new spin on an old piece of canvas. Truly the changes made today will be incorporated in future pieces. And as I stood there looking over the differences I was grateful to just being able to paint, sew and bead. It was the kindness of two days of consistent rest.
And as much as my mind was geared towards the meeting my soul said no. I was physically weak to even stand long enough to drink water and take my medicine. And this morning as I prayed and cried to Jehovah that I was missing food, I was grateful to the warmth as I fell back to sleep.
Resting all the way up to three in the afternoon. So grateful to be finally capable of tackling some projects. The objective was just test myself out. Then branch out into various chores. Allthewhile praying for strength. As I did that and restricted myself from strain, I was capable of 2 paintings and 1 necklace.
Very pleased with the work. Though the start of a commissioned painting is coming to fruit. Slowly I had to restart. The old work was not to my liking. As they say an artist to his/her own work is the worst critic. As that I am. I strive for the best and do not like to slack.
Surprisingly is the factor of free handing the original drawing. I thought to trace it or give it peel and stick back but I do think it will be best if I draw it. Oh but the challenge it gives me. Truth is, the challenge is EXACTLY what I need.
Today was a lot about overcoming weaknesses and finding new expressive ways to be creative. And much more I gained comfort from Jehovah in the most warming ways. Calm.
So gather yourself in beads, paint, thread or music and find your new path.
I have to say sitting down to paint after being barred of it in my mind, quite a triumph. Then to do the commissioned choker for a client, well even more remarkable. I had not worked with my jewelry since October. No commissions for it.
Yet as I sat there putting the choker together I realized just how much of my work I miss doing. And to tip that concept over I sought out new ways to make my artwork shine.
Longing to put a new spin on an old piece of canvas. Truly the changes made today will be incorporated in future pieces. And as I stood there looking over the differences I was grateful to just being able to paint, sew and bead. It was the kindness of two days of consistent rest.
And as much as my mind was geared towards the meeting my soul said no. I was physically weak to even stand long enough to drink water and take my medicine. And this morning as I prayed and cried to Jehovah that I was missing food, I was grateful to the warmth as I fell back to sleep.
Resting all the way up to three in the afternoon. So grateful to be finally capable of tackling some projects. The objective was just test myself out. Then branch out into various chores. Allthewhile praying for strength. As I did that and restricted myself from strain, I was capable of 2 paintings and 1 necklace.
Very pleased with the work. Though the start of a commissioned painting is coming to fruit. Slowly I had to restart. The old work was not to my liking. As they say an artist to his/her own work is the worst critic. As that I am. I strive for the best and do not like to slack.
Surprisingly is the factor of free handing the original drawing. I thought to trace it or give it peel and stick back but I do think it will be best if I draw it. Oh but the challenge it gives me. Truth is, the challenge is EXACTLY what I need.
Today was a lot about overcoming weaknesses and finding new expressive ways to be creative. And much more I gained comfort from Jehovah in the most warming ways. Calm.
So gather yourself in beads, paint, thread or music and find your new path.
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