I remember hearing somewhere that a “self-taught” artist (i.e. no formal training) shouldn’t make excuses for being self-taught-if you’re an artist, you’re an artist. In fact some would argue it’s a positive thing that these people are untouched by academic theories and biases. I will say however that as a self-taught artist I often feel lost in the art world. How do I get my art out there? What style do I fall under? Am I looking at the right websites? How do I find exhibition opportunities? And of course the biggie in my life- Why does my art suck so badly?
Looking at these questions, I realize I have a lot of fear I need to deal with. I can’t tell you how envious I am of artists who have no fear and put themselves out there warts and all. It must be a liberating and awesome feeling. I’d like to know that feeling. So I bought this book, Art and Fear, in the hopes that it helps me learn to deal with what’s holding me back in my art career. I’ll report back with my thoughts when I’ve finished reading.
But now I want to know how you deal with your fear. Do you have a mantra or have you read a helpful book? What gets you past the voice in your head that stops you from moving forward?
Looking at these questions, I realize I have a lot of fear I need to deal with. I can’t tell you how envious I am of artists who have no fear and put themselves out there warts and all. It must be a liberating and awesome feeling. I’d like to know that feeling. So I bought this book, Art and Fear, in the hopes that it helps me learn to deal with what’s holding me back in my art career. I’ll report back with my thoughts when I’ve finished reading.
But now I want to know how you deal with your fear. Do you have a mantra or have you read a helpful book? What gets you past the voice in your head that stops you from moving forward?
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