Have you ever wanted to try creating something new, but been deterred by the fact you won’t be an expert immediately? While this might be hard to swallow, the simple fact is: what does that matter? In times of stress, and times of hurt, creation can help a person cope with feelings and get energy out. What does it matter if it looks beautiful? What does it matter if it is done with precision and detail? The benefits of allowing yourself to be, and simply create for the sake of it, are much more important.
I particularly do not have perfect steady hands, and yet I still draw. I do not always communicate my thoughts into words perfectly, and yet I still write. I didn’t always know how to book bind, and have always hated having to cut things out or measure things. Despite that, I have fallen in love with bookbinding. So who cares if you’re good at a particular thing? To explore something new, to enjoy a craft without the worry of it being perfect, that is freeing. To give yourself that peace, that freedom, it is essential to keeping a happy mind. Art is not just about the development of skills or creating something for other people. Art is also about fulfilling yourself, of giving yourself a place to express what you need to. So don’t be afraid of trying out painting, woodcarving, or papercraft. It will be a new experience to try, and that can be wonderful! You can always decide you don’t want to keep trying it out if you hate it. But you will never know until you try, and you can never develop the skills that frustrate you if you let it go so soon. Do not get yourself caught up in your art being good enough, too different, or not different enough. Let yourself find joy and peace in art, and try something out this week! (This article is a part of a series of pieces I will be writing about creation! Stay tuned for more about creating, and even some fun ideas to try yourself!) -Harold Comments are closed.
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