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Dear, deviantart fellow artists

  Motivation is such an important part of our lifes. Without it, we wouldn't get anything done. It's the reason why we do the things we do. And when we have the lack of it, then It can get quite depressing and give us an anxiety that keeps us away from making artworks. And it sucks. So here are my 10 tips that have helped me over the time and I hope that It'll be helpful for you too.

1. Reminders
  Have some inspirational quotes all around your workplace. Put the artworks you adore as your desktop picture. See them as motivation, something to strive for, to remind yourself what matters to you and trigger positive thoughts. Try to write an inspiring letter to your future-self - about what and why you want to achieve and whenever you'll feel down, read it and you'll be inspired to move on.

2. Music
Discovering new songs or playing the old ones - that have inspired you over the time. Music has a lot of influence in my life, as I'm almost all the time listening to something with my headphones. While painting, travelling by bus etc. -music can carry you through the darkest times.

3. Sketchbook
  Have always something to write/sketch on by yourself. Simple piece of paper, little notepad - it doesn't matter as long as you can have it with you all the time. You may never know when the inspiration will come, so you have to be prepared. Also sketch things that are around you, study from life, write down all the ideas. If you read something useful, take notes, so you would remember it better.

4. Lists
  Write things you want to accomplish and put it on visible place. Recently I found that It's helpful to write 3 (less or more) tasks you want to (and have ability and willingness) to do tomorrow, then actually do them in that given time frame. You will feel that you have done something useful and It's also a better way to focus on less things, rather than being stressed about a lot of stuff and not doing anything meaningful at all.

5. Interviews/podcasts
Similar to music - I like to listen to them as much as I can. I guess it became a bit of a habit, as I was sketching all the time when I was at the high school, so just needed something for a background noise. And just listening to amazing people and getting to know their insights and passion - It's so inspiring and helps to realize that we, as artists, have similar struggles and the ways to deal with them.

6. New project
  Start something new. Get out of your comfort zone. Even if you don't feel like it - maybe It's just the right time to discover new things, to learn and overcome laziness. Once you start - gather the tools, reference - you'll be motivated to continue and create. Even if It's just a sketch or speedpaint - as long as you push yourself and create - there is
nothing that could stop you.

7. Goals
Take some time and think about what you really want to be - what are the goals that have meaning to you, what would make you happy. And then work towards it. Having a clear mindset will help you avoid disctractions and spend your time more efficiently.

8. Being grateful
  As you may know, your fate is indeed in your own hands and you should be grateful about what you have and the people that have helped you along the way. (go and hug your mother & dad) And don't forget to support others, inspire them. Write some comments/messages to those who have inspired you and you'll make their day better. And they'll truly aprecciate it.

9. Positive thoughts
  Ever felt not good enough? That you'll never reach the level/skill of those other amazing artists? That no matter what you do - there is no progress and improvement? Stop that. And, yes, we all never be good enough, as we continue to learn all our lives. All those professional, talented artists - they all had dedicated a lot of hard work and effort to achieve that. And so can you.

10. Breaks
  If you experience artistic burnout - take a break. Do nothing for a while, but not procrastinate too much. Go for a walk, go to the museum, travel around. Recharge - to be able to continue on doing what you love.

So, how about you - how do you keep yourself motivated?

This week I found some lovely resources - list with inspiring podcasts & interviews , spectacular and breath-taking tv series "Black Mirror" by Charlie Brooker - about technology and how it would affect our future - well-written, thoughtful stories, full of emotions and plot twists, also Razer Surround software - 3d sound for better music & game experience (It's for free) and insightful podcasts by Miles-Johnston .

P.S. I quite frequently post some sketches and artworks in my art tumblr - snowmarite.tumblr.com/ . and I have a weekly Music Sunday post on aerismade.blogspot.com/

Have a wonderful week!
“"I realized that very young—that a life where you don’t live to your full potential, or you don’t experiment, or you’re afraid, or you hesitate, or there are things you know you should do but you just don’t get around to them, is a life that I’d be miserable living, and the only way to feel that I’m on the right path is just to be true to myself, whatever that may be, and that tends to come with stepping out of something that’s maybe safe or traditional." - Angelina Jolie

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Dear, deviantart fellow artists

  Motivation is such an important part of our lifes. Without it, we wouldn't get anything done. It's the reason why we do the things we do. And when we have the lack of it, then It can get quite depressing and give us an anxiety that keeps us away from making artworks. And it sucks. So here are my 10 tips that have helped me over the time and I hope that It'll be helpful for you too.

1. Reminders
  Have some inspirational quotes all around your workplace. Put the artworks you adore as your desktop picture. See them as motivation, something to strive for, to remind yourself what matters to you and trigger positive thoughts. Try to write an inspiring letter to your future-self - about what and why you want to achieve and whenever you'll feel down, read it and you'll be inspired to move on.

2. Music
Discovering new songs or playing the old ones - that have inspired you over the time. Music has a lot of influence in my life, as I'm almost all the time listening to something with my headphones. While painting, travelling by bus etc. -music can carry you through the darkest times.

3. Sketchbook
  Have always something to write/sketch on by yourself. Simple piece of paper, little notepad - it doesn't matter as long as you can have it with you all the time. You may never know when the inspiration will come, so you have to be prepared. Also sketch things that are around you, study from life, write down all the ideas. If you read something useful, take notes, so you would remember it better.

4. Lists
  Write things you want to accomplish and put it on visible place. Recently I found that It's helpful to write 3 (less or more) tasks you want to (and have ability and willingness) to do tomorrow, then actually do them in that given time frame. You will feel that you have done something useful and It's also a better way to focus on less things, rather than being stressed about a lot of stuff and not doing anything meaningful at all.

5. Interviews/podcasts
Similar to music - I like to listen to them as much as I can. I guess it became a bit of a habit, as I was sketching all the time when I was at the high school, so just needed something for a background noise. And just listening to amazing people and getting to know their insights and passion - It's so inspiring and helps to realize that we, as artists, have similar struggles and the ways to deal with them.

6. New project
  Start something new. Get out of your comfort zone. Even if you don't feel like it - maybe It's just the right time to discover new things, to learn and overcome laziness. Once you start - gather the tools, reference - you'll be motivated to continue and create. Even if It's just a sketch or speedpaint - as long as you push yourself and create - there is
nothing that could stop you.

7. Goals
Take some time and think about what you really want to be - what are the goals that have meaning to you, what would make you happy. And then work towards it. Having a clear mindset will help you avoid disctractions and spend your time more efficiently.

8. Being grateful
  As you may know, your fate is indeed in your own hands and you should be grateful about what you have and the people that have helped you along the way. (go and hug your mother & dad) And don't forget to support others, inspire them. Write some comments/messages to those who have inspired you and you'll make their day better. And they'll truly aprecciate it.

9. Positive thoughts
  Ever felt not good enough? That you'll never reach the level/skill of those other amazing artists? That no matter what you do - there is no progress and improvement? Stop that. And, yes, we all never be good enough, as we continue to learn all our lives. All those professional, talented artists - they all had dedicated a lot of hard work and effort to achieve that. And so can you.

10. Breaks
  If you experience artistic burnout - take a break. Do nothing for a while, but not procrastinate too much. Go for a walk, go to the museum, travel around. Recharge - to be able to continue on doing what you love.

So, how about you - how do you keep yourself motivated?

This week I found some lovely resources - list with inspiring podcasts & interviews , spectacular and breath-taking tv series "Black Mirror" by Charlie Brooker - about technology and how it would affect our future - well-written, thoughtful stories, full of emotions and plot twists, also Razer Surround software - 3d sound for better music & game experience (It's for free) and insightful podcasts by Miles-Johnston .

P.S. I quite frequently post some sketches and artworks in my art tumblr - snowmarite.tumblr.com/ . and I have a weekly Music Sunday post on aerismade.blogspot.com/

Have a wonderful week!
“"I realized that very young—that a life where you don’t live to your full potential, or you don’t experiment, or you’re afraid, or you hesitate, or there are things you know you should do but you just don’t get around to them, is a life that I’d be miserable living, and the only way to feel that I’m on the right path is just to be true to myself, whatever that may be, and that tends to come with stepping out of something that’s maybe safe or traditional." - Angelina Jolie