It has been two weeks since my last post and I think without really being aware of it until now I sort of needed to take a break from it for some reason. I have to say that it has been a bit of struggle of making regular posts when I feel that I have nothing to share, especially art wise and that is a problem in itself when I am not creating anything ! Things have been a bit out of sync for a while and I find myself in a difficult place without a whole of lot of enthusiasm for doing pet portraiture or come to think of it any kind of serious art really. I "play" around with pens,paper,ink,paint,stones,etc but nothing comes of it so not sure where that leaves me at the moment, and I will probably have to sit down and give myself a good talking too to get out of this mindset. I think what has not helped is my health has been a bit crappy as well, and finding out that both of my knees are at some point going to need to be replaced. I can live with that though, as there is always someone out there worse of than you, its just that the pain can be so bloody depressing and tiring,arthritis is not a fun thing to have. I am not a quitter though,every day I get up, and get out for my daily walk with Bluebell and albeit a lot slower I enjoy it just as much. I am sure in due course I shall return to normal soon, but until then my posts may be a bit intermittent and just photographs or something along those lines.
The swan above was taken last year on a trip to Hever Castle, I really like these birds so graceful and beautiful to look at perhaps there is a picture in the making!
Constant pain is very debilitating - whether it be low level or high level. It can also leave you with depression. So once what you did easily you don't feel like putting the effort into. Why not take a lighter approach to art for the time being - with maybe some sketchbook entries and shorter blog posts of these? That way you are still creating and blogging, and you won't feel like the pain is winning. Whatever you do, massive *hugs* to you, I know its not easy xx
ReplyDeleteA swan picture would be a fun challenge with all the white feathers! Sorry to hear about your knees. Constant pain can really affect one's life. The sooner it gets fixed the better! Hang in there! I like to read your blog even when there is no new art work. It brings me in here, and I end up browsing around for awhile, to my complete enjoyment! Have a good day Vic!
ReplyDeleteI am experiencing the same.......
ReplyDeleteI have nothing to show and the feeling I have nothing to say either.
My health isn't great either but I think once spring is in the air all will get better. This is just a matter of surviving....
Two bad kness, well you are a bit too young for that, can imagine you are not happy with that.
Hope you won't be in too much pain dear!
Sending you healing thoughts!
>M<
hi Vic
ReplyDeleteI think that sometimes we - as artists - gets into this kind of stage, where we find ourselves uninspired and not getting anything done. It can be very frustrating. But - mostly I have found that it can be a break really needed, where we kind of reload. Afterwards we might break into totally new artistic area or find new materials to work with, or we just return with new energy to the wellknown artworks.
Perhaps you could in a sense compare it to a sportsman who also needs to switch between action and rest?
Our health is important too of cause and I sincerly hope you will get well and out of pain soon. Take care.
Vic, sounds like you're going through the mill at the moment. Whenever I get artistic block I ban myself from doing anything artisti, even if I want to for a few days. I guess it's just reverse psychology but usually after a couple of days I think "I should do something" but if I do nothing comes of it, if I hold off a few more days I start to find myself hankering after my pencils/tools and missing them. A day or so later I can't stand it any more and inspiration and enthusiasm return. That's just my way, I hope you find your way out of this soon, it's so frustrating knowing you should be creative, but not being able to.
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Hi, It sounds like you are in a tough place right now. You are right though, there are many in worst shape. I hope you are able to find your way soon to pick up your pencils and so some work. You will find you are more complete, it is part of what is missing from your life right now. Good luck.
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ReplyDeleteThank you for all your thoughtful comments, and advice, it has helped a lot.
Not a good time for you Vic. but rest assured there are many that are with you. Getting old is a real hoot. I suffer back pain. Carpal tunnel and now hip pain.
ReplyDeleteHang in there Vic. Sharpen your pencils and doodle. I am sure your enthusiasm will return.
I try to think of people that are worse off than I am. sometimes it helps, sometimes it doesn't.
Up and Attum Vic.