Thank you so much, Clint, for writing this post. It's long overdue. It can be very discouraging for an artist who has worked long and hard to attain competency and quality to discover that those who attended a 'sip and paint' now call themselves artists: everyone's now in the game. As an artist and former gallery curator, I know what to do with mediocre paintings. They go into our New Year's Day bonfire. Thanks for reminding us all that quality is more important than ever. Edna
This is so important Clint and I’m glad you pointed it out. Having written articles for art magazines for 2 decades, I understand what you’re saying about writing like a baby and editing like a nazi. It’s interesting to think about applying the same to my artwork.
You should check out the book, “Grit” by Angela Duckworth. I am guessing you would revise your “better than” statement. Turns out that talent is a very poor indicator of who will succeed and who will not. So, being better than really guarantees nothing.
Thank you so much, Clint, for writing this post. It's long overdue. It can be very discouraging for an artist who has worked long and hard to attain competency and quality to discover that those who attended a 'sip and paint' now call themselves artists: everyone's now in the game. As an artist and former gallery curator, I know what to do with mediocre paintings. They go into our New Year's Day bonfire. Thanks for reminding us all that quality is more important than ever. Edna
This is so important Clint and I’m glad you pointed it out. Having written articles for art magazines for 2 decades, I understand what you’re saying about writing like a baby and editing like a nazi. It’s interesting to think about applying the same to my artwork.
It reminds me of me, right down to the hair style lol
Good post
Thanks, debi yuhas
You should check out the book, “Grit” by Angela Duckworth. I am guessing you would revise your “better than” statement. Turns out that talent is a very poor indicator of who will succeed and who will not. So, being better than really guarantees nothing.