Eight Ways To Overcome Artist Block
It’s happened to all of us at one time or another. You find yourself staring at the blank canvas or paper and inspiration just isn’t showing up. Here are a few ways you can tame that artist block monster - and get some work done!
Take a break: Sometimes, taking a break and doing something completely unrelated to art can help to refresh your mind and rekindle your creativity.
Experiment with new materials: Trying out new art materials or techniques can help to spark new ideas and inspire your creativity.
Collaborate with other artists: Collaborating with other artists can help to bring fresh perspectives and ideas to your work.
Get feedback: Getting feedback from other artists or from an art teacher or mentor can help you to identify areas for improvement and generate new ideas.
Look for inspiration in nature: Nature can be a great source of inspiration for artists. Take a walk outside or visit a botanical garden to find new ideas.
Set challenges or goals for yourself: Setting challenges or goals for yourself can help to push you out of your comfort zone and inspire new ideas.
Keep a sketchbook: Keeping a sketchbook handy to jot down ideas or sketch out rough drafts can help to keep your creative juices flowing and generate new idea.
Be inspired by a good book! Check out my book on creativity “It’s Only Painting: Essays on Creativity From A Veteran Artist.”