Ideas

I find myself building new ideas everyday. The hard part is keeping them long enough to write down. Then flushing out everyone of them. This I find is the best part of being a creative person. I will never run out of ideas, only space to write on paper. So when people ask, " where do you get our ideas from?" My repsonse will be "the Id" lol.

Working!!!!

A few days away was rough, but i did learn a lot away. Not to say it was bad or unproductive. Dog sitting can do that to you lol. But i kept reading, got a little into it, which is supposed to happen. Regardless. Did some drawings (coming soon when i get a great pic) about 1-2 a day, working up to 4-5 a day. Coming up with good concepts for finished pieces, teaching my watercolor class. All in 4 days. Non-stop, which is what i enjoy doing. Crating, working, fast paced, and getting stuff done.

Mystery!

I've been doing some thinking and research. As much as I like to say it, I believe mystery writing will be the genre. I know most writers or authors just let the words take them away. But in my reading if you set out to do a great story with an idea of a situation then the story builds if not writes itself. Some of the best ones really followed this formula. Everyone is different, so I'm not saying one way is better then the other. Just find what works and go with it, let it become natural.

Realization

So I've come to the realization that I can work and do what I enjoy at the same time. Yes, I did not to long ago. But really, not in the way you think either. I know the pathways needed, I know what is needed for thoses paths, and I know what must become of me in the process. Today was a day of reflecting and opening. But know I need to settle on what my future holds for me.

Time to think.

So if you have time, knock your internet out for a day. See what becomes you.

Me, today- no internet. So I'm going to have coffee and do some editing. Then I will make some food and art.

I've been without internet and cable for almost 2 years. I learned that my mind was capable of "many a thing" for the sake of my humanity.

I dare you to try the same.

Writing and editing.

I find it funny. One can learn so much about themselves after a break from a routine. For instance: I took a break from my short stories, letting them germinate ever so politely in my notebook. Weeks had gone by about 6-8 or so. Then I opened them back up, as Stephen King said "like unearthing a fossil. "
In my time I've been learning more and more about the craft, to not make it mine, but to enjoy telling a story. Good ones at that. Doing it right, and learning from mistakes.
"Omit needless words." Strunk and White from The Elements of Style.
Man I feel great when I go back and uncover the fossils I've buried.

Writing

In the process of writing I've learned to calm the mind. It is true that it takes a few paragraphs, or pages to get in to the mode. But I find it very calming. Even after a few hours have passed, I feel accomplished in myself. Then I go to the artwork. Lol.

Crepes!!!!

I tried my hand at making crepes this morning. Failed lol. I'm getting a proper crepe pan today, so I can do them the right way. I'm excited to do it. This is all for Valentine's day. For my ladyfriend, flambe crepes Suzette. I think with that that will say enough, lol. First time I've really had a chance to do something like this for someone I really care about. I love her and want her to enjoy this upcoming day with me. I still have a thing or too up my selves.

Feelin fine

Its alawys good to know when you can ask for help. Then in turn do the same. Aspects you knew not of yourself but in your actions as they unfold.

Oh fun....

I continually write and think. I continually create art. I enjoy the aspect of creating. Its worth it. I feel relaxed and rejuvenated. The process in on itself is amazing. I agree with this one sentence from Stephen King after someone asked him, How do you come up with your stories? "One word at a time." Just like that. One word, one piece of art, one book, one chapter in life. All one at a time. But then there's retail. That shit lasts forever. X0

The little things.

I find it funny. Everything, not as a joke, but as a overall humor.
"Have you ever heard of the healing power of laughter?"
Today was my first day doing a painting out at the Bonnet House. It was both beautiful and relaxing. I knocked the painting out in no time flat. But in its process, the humor of the process. I was enjoying myself. It brought a smile to my face. So I gave a small laugh. It was really the best day I've had in a while at this job. To be out of the office, and out of the store.

Keeping going.

Writing and thinking. Writing and thinking. Food.

The return.

I've been away for a while. Moving, work, life. But never have I forgotten why I started this blog. I've learned so much in my time. Now I will (everyday) start showing what I've found in my journey. Together we will experience the return. Lol.

I'm going to be posting a piece (or more of artwork) daily and/or weekly as much as I can, cramps and carpal tunnel withstanding. So keep an eye out.

Thanks again.