Sunday, January 23, 2011

Artistic Blues



















I've been trying to blog for days now. I start a post and then just give up on it. The art just doesn't seem to be there anymore. Sure I have done a few journal pages or some sketches in my sketchbook but has anything been great no, the pages have been simple and the sketches lacking. I am just not feeling it lately. I wonder if the muse is out to lunch or if I am going through one of those periods that artists sometimes go through. Or even if this is just the winter blues or what is going on.

I've been through this before, I know all the steps to take the techniques to use to come out of the other side. It just seems to be taking longer this time, I have been toying with taking a blogging break. I see so many others do this and one of two things happens, they either come back renewed or realize they can't really give it up so are back the next day.  I don't know which one I will be, probably the latter. I have been blogging for six years now so maybe taking a week or two off is in order. I'll be back when I think I have something to show or say.
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13 comments:

  1. SophieJanuary 23, 2011 at 3:41 PM

    Sometimes you just need to step away from something to find the inspiration you were looking for.
    Take your time.
    Hugs,
    Sophie

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  2. JanetJanuary 23, 2011 at 5:02 PM

    Take some time off and re-charge your batteries. We all need a break from blogging now and then. Remember I went through a long artless spell last year....just wasn't feeling it. But eventually I came back and it's all been good. Give yourself the opportunity to just relax and enjoy life. The art and blogging will come.

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  3. Kim MailhotJanuary 23, 2011 at 5:49 PM

    I go through this often, Kate. The need to refresh myself, let the muses have a bit of a vacation and just be for awhile. It is always a little scary, isn't it, as if the inspiration or art in us will stay gone ? But it won't !
    I so agree with the others. This has been a challenging year for you in some way. Maybe a little break will bring you to a new and better place ?
    Hugs to you and your arty heart !

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  4. OliviaJanuary 23, 2011 at 6:45 PM

    I agree with everyone and think that you'll be very inspired after your break, kate. Just rest and replenish and do whatever you feel like doing, trust your instincts and don't panic, all will be well! xoO

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  5. WrightStuffJanuary 24, 2011 at 2:48 AM

    Yeah we all go through this. Take the pressure off and go do whatever you feel like doing. I'm sure you'll be back soon.

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  6. laurieJanuary 24, 2011 at 8:57 PM

    i always enjoy something more if i feel like i don't have to do it. i hope you will be back soon but definitely understand the need to step back.

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  7. AnonymousJanuary 24, 2011 at 9:53 PM

    Kate...I totally understand what you said about not "feeling it." Take some time off and get away from it and you will come back stronger than ever.
    Mary

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  8. Šolanje na domu-WaldorfJanuary 25, 2011 at 1:05 AM

    Sorry to hear you're feeling this way. But if it's a break you need then go take it. We'll be waiting for you. :)

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  9. iHannaJanuary 26, 2011 at 6:01 AM

    We will be here waiting, of course. Take care and do a bit of resting while you're at it. :)

    Hugs!

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  10. ShopgirlJanuary 26, 2011 at 11:29 AM

    There is no shame in taking time off. We have been doing our blogs for along time now and sometimes there just anything different or fun to share. You are so creative, you will find a magic moment and everything will fall into place. Hugs, mary

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  11. JoleneJanuary 27, 2011 at 7:25 AM

    Well, I will miss seeing your projects but I am glad that you are taking some time for you too. Everyone needs a little time off even from the things they are passionate about. It makes us better in the long run.

    P.S. Don't worry about the book. The stomach flu is running it's course here...I'd avoid this place like the plague! I'm surprised there's not a hazmat warning on the door. With all of my nursing and cleaning, I probably won't have much time to do any Pam Carriker backgrounds or anything, so you can hold on to it for awhile.

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  12. gmaJanuary 27, 2011 at 2:24 PM

    dearest Kate
    Totally get this! I think it's the machine and the electronic energy from the computer screen that zaps us sometimes. LOL
    Blogging is awesome but we all need a break sometimes.
    Love to you!

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  13. Lynn CohenJanuary 31, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    So much wonderful art you are not slumpy at all now!!!!

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