The Art of the Day

Today I was wondering if I could get serious. I want to kick my own ass. That isn't new. Just about every day is a day that has me wanting to kick my own ass. My relaxed nature and harsh self image are always at odds. I jump around with ideas, I am fascinated for a day or two, but loose interest soon after. It is a serious problem if the goal is to accomplish something large. It is delightful if the goal is simply to enjoy a few moments of life.

At my age, the pressure to accomplish something with weight and meaning is growing. The pressure may not be external, but its grip is strengthened by A&E Biographies and stories about adventure and travel.

In the past I have almost subscribed to the one piece of art a day movement. Though, it has been around forever. I have taken photographs each day for a month. I did create a video piece based on two years of almost daily photography. I recognize that both of those projects improved my skills and comfort with challenges of making things.

Hopefully this posting will allow me to work out a few of the ideas behind blogging about making art. Part of the intention is to provide resources that deal with the creative side of art and craft making. Other goals are to provide group challenges that trigger the desire to make. I don't know how much I need to limit the scope. Is this for designers? Would it interest a dress maker? Could a wood carver benefit from the ideas?

In any case, I imagine I should simply get started. Things will work themselves out with enough effort and attention.