Why is it so hard to remind yourself that success is not measured by the number of Facebook fans, Twitter followers or blog readers you have? I manage clients’ social media everyday, so why can’t I be level-headed about my own? After working myself into an impressive state of panic this afternoon, I closed the computer and spent 3 perfect hours in the studio. I think it took me getting back into creating to remember why I’m doing all of this! (It also helped to find that a friend had given me just the encouragement I needed by showing his support for my new venture!)
I started this background for a very special piece I’m doing, and I also got a bit more done on my ‘love notes’…
Lovely work you have here … I’m really enjoying exploring your blog and artwork!
You wouldn’t believe how timely your words are for me! And my solution was also to head for ‘making’ rather than ‘counting’.
[Then I didn't get anything made ... but that's another story ... ].
Julie
First, love your paintings so far. They are lovely and I can’t wait to see how they turn out.
Second, Boy your post hit the spot for me. I’m finding myself online all the time, trying to keep up with everyone’s posts, blogs, twitters, etc. More time creating is badly needed. So glad you made that happen.
My only excuse today is, that i’m sick, so its okay to spend the day online.
I, too, have been spending way too much time on-line and not enough time in the studio! It’s a tough situation because there is so much excitement going on….learning about this online networking. I’m loving it…..but….time to turn off the computor and turn on the muse.
Your painting are wonderful. Can’t wait to see them completed.
I’m off to the studio….10 minute drive from the house…must leave now!
Shishi
Ugh, I totally agree! The public numbers – the number of sales, number of fans, number of comments – drive me crazy sometimes. And you’re absolutely right – the best way to get over it is to create!
P.S. Your work is gorgeous!
So true So true. I am trying to not worry about it.
But what I would like to know is why don’t people at least burp or something so I know they were there?
I never understood this concern until I started a blog of my own. Now it’s driving me nuts.
I know I had 57 views on my blog today and not one comment. I don’t get it. Not that I want 57 comments….. ( gee i only have 4 posts anyway ) …
oh well…….time to go make something. sigh