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Seven Essential Confidence Tips for Artists

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In order to show up and share your work as an artist, you need confidence. Confidence is one of the key reasons that artists succeed. Confidence is like a muscle, you have to exercise it to make it grow. Yes, some artists are naturally gifted with more confidence than others but I am almost certain it came from practicing their art, accepting failure, learning from others, doing what they love and challenging their inner critic. The following seven confidence tips you as an artist, with ensure ... continue reading...


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Journal Prompts for Artists With Perfectionistic Tendencies

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Have you ever tried to change your perfectionistic tendencies as an artist? If so, you know that it's difficult because it takes work and patience. So what do you do? Many artists have found success by using journal prompts. But there are a few things you should know before you start using generic journal prompts. This post will tell you what you need to know to make sure you are using the correct prompts, which will help you successfully dismantle your perfectionistic tendencies. If you are ... continue reading...


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How to Challenge Your Inner Critic and Renew Your Art Practice

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There are stages and seasons of uninspired struggle, despair, and lack of incentive to continue your art practice. As artists, we can get lost in this sea of struggle and lose focus. Losing focus can stall our movement and crush our spirit. But, there is hope! In this post, I will address how to challenge your inner critic and renew your art practice. Asking Key Questions First, you need to ask yourself some questions to determine what the struggle sounds like. Are you struggling with ... continue reading...


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Here’s Why Affirmations Are Not One Size Fits All

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Affirmations are one of those trendy, catchy things to quote. You probably have seen affirmations everywhere (especially on social media): in programs, trainings, journals, stickers, book titles etc.. I can see why many people are skeptical about their efficacy; they are usually too general and are touted as applicable to everyone. Without further adieu, here's why affirmations are not a one size fits all. You cannot use affirmations before doing inner critic work Slapping a pretty slogan ... continue reading...


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How I Overcame Fear and Self Doubt as an Artist

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It is common knowledge that artists live with an inner critic. You may have never called it this, but once I describe it, will be all too familiar. Think about your worries when you create something, "This isn't good enough", "What if no one buys my work?" "How can I call myself an artist?" In this post I will share how I overcame fear and self doubt as and artist and how you can too. In my experience, seasoned artists and creatives have been known to say, "Just deal with it, ... continue reading...


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Hi, I'm Darlene! I love all things floral when it comes to painting and designing fabric to sew with. I also love helping other women artists show up confidently and share their creative offerings. I would love to connect.

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