Inspiration
is a nice idea, but make no mistake: inspiration is not the starting
point for art and creativity. Inspiration is a byproduct of creativity.
The more we make, the more we are drawn to the act of making. The more
we write, the more we are moved to get words out. Each painting hones
our skills, each drawing our hands, to continue doing that which we've
already started. Inspiration doesn't wait for the right timing, or for
perfect
circumstances. Inspiration goes to those who do the work; she goes where
the creators are. She doesn't wait
for perfect health, empty desks or quiet children.
Nobody's going to wait for you to catch up. Galleries won't save
space
until you've got your art room ready. Literary fans won't wait for you
to write your words before they read at all, they'll just read someone
else. Crafts will delight, be held dear, fill shelves. Art will be made,
it demands to be made! That Muse will find a spot to land, whether it
be your restaurant napkin or your neighbor's.
This year, be resolute. Don't wait anymore. Do that work which holds your heartbeat at the ready.
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