Inspiration

Even though I sold a painting last week, I am having trouble maintaining focus and being inspired to paint lately. There are so many really good artists - does the world need me?

Has anyone else had this problem? (I'm betting yes?) and most importantly, how can I handle it?

THANKS,
Holly

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Permalink Reply by Marie Francis on July 29, 2013 at 0:43

I have had this problem for 2 years now. I just cannot shake it off. I pick up a brush, get started, something goes wrong and it is in to file 13. A few months later I do the same again. Like you say I find the fact that there are so many brilliant artists (like Richard) just intimidates me. I used to enjoy painting, now I just cannot get back to it. Help!

I like to research subjects and get a lot of satisfaction from that, just waiting for the urge to paint to return, which it will if I give it time. This is not the first time I have had this problem, it is quite common.