I had hoped to share another comic this month, but instead, I’m feeling stuck. I have questions that I’m starting to answer (Do my tears feel lonely? Do they have companions too?), but I’m still not sure if they are lonely or if they do have companions. Without some clarity, how does the comic end?
As I tried to finish my August post, I felt the tension of the structure of this Substack and my own readiness. I post monthly, but what happens when another month rolls around, and I don’t have something I want to share? On the flip side, without this monthly post, would I ever feel ready to share?
For the most part, the art I make is for myself. It helps me see the world and myself more clearly. So, how do I build an art-making habit that balances my happiness with consistency?
As I was thinking about this question, I remembered an interview from the Creative Independent with Alexander Chee. I loved the interview (I love him!), and I wanted to share my favorite quote.
When I do think of success now, it’s related to how creative I feel, how free I am to make what I want to make, to teach the way I want to teach, and to live happily.
Unfortunately, the quote gave me no answers, but it did bring me comfort. So, as I do look for some answers (or at least clarity), I have a question for all of you, my, creative companions: how do you make time for your interests and passions? How do you stay consistent without being overly stressed by the consistency? And when you’re feeling stuck, how do you get unstuck?
If you have thoughts or answers, please share!! You know where to find me :)