I have crohns disease and sometimes it's impossible to create art physically because the disease can be physically debilitating. When I'm struggling at these times I watch your videos and they help get me through the pain.
motivation comes from action - not the other way around. I have a set time in the morning to do my writing - a very limited time. This has improved my output by many times. And right there, somewhere near the middle of my hour at the keyboard, I find inspiration. Motivation. Joy. Short answer - show up and get to work. The motivation will come to you.
I just had an open appendectomy 11 days ago and I’m feeling so sluggish and can’t sit or stand up at the canvas for long enough to really paint. It’s completely shot down my motivation. I wish I had the motivation to sketch or at least work on my art digitally, but it’s so hard to get out of the funk. Your video is very well timed. Thanks guys 🙏
I am so thankful for your videos. I have never seen anyone discuss art the way the two of you do. You both articulate all the thoughts that I have about art but I wasn't able to put them into words. Art is absolutely entwined with mental health. I have felt and thought that my entire life even if I didn't have the correct words to express how true that is. Every time I've had a job that has been incredibly stressful my art always suffers. I have never been able to create anything if I'm overwhelmed or stressed out or depressed or any other negative thing. And I always in the back of my mind thought it was some failure because of the myth of the tortured artist. You know Van Gogh still created when he was in a hospital suffering from depression. That kind of thing. I think that isn't true though. I don't think he actually created a thing when he was in the middle of heavy depression because if he couldn't get out of bed how's he going to lift a paintbrush. For me those bursts of creativity come when my mind is in a good place. Art can absolutely be therapeutic but it can only be therapeutic after you are in a place where you can get out of bed. Once you're well enough to get up then you can start to process what you just went through in making art. Of course the best feeling in the world is being on fire in the studio and all the ideas bursting out. Even those times as clee described where I can't sleep until I get this piece of art into the world. Those are the best times. I think every artist has those moments and that's probably why we create. When you have this powerful desire to bring this thing into the world there's just no sensation quite like that.
We call it,"playing music". Why not use that mindset for all art making. Instead we say, I'm working on my art. Self care is self discipline. Playing is self care.
I really resonated with the "i'm not a self motivator" statement that Klee said - I thought I could never do freelance or have a self created career. I finally have been trying, and I can do the work when I care. The "why" is so important to propelling myself forward - I want to design a life I care about. I also resonate with the "i cant finish" "i never finish anything" but specifically with art projects - I tend to start sketches, ideas, make things I need to scan and "clean up," but they're never "done." So I did a 100 day challenge of "finishing" a small painting a day - it gave me immense confidence. By and large I am tired but I am so driven lately to make an art career WORK that I am able to make / work every day. But I am concerned about burning out.
First time viewer here; thank you for this video. I have lots of health issues to contend with, and even on my best days its tough to stay motivated and create. This video is like a much needed hug for all my insecurities at the moment ❤
You two are always so inspiring... For the last week I have been in a SLOG as you say... a perfect term for it... Haven't even been creative enough to make something to eat... So yesterday I started watching pottery videos... as I AM A POTTR... looking for Christmas ideas... haven't made anything in quite a long time... but Christmas is coming and my friends and family love my creations... so I am trying to reignite my thrill of the next kiln opening...
In recent years I've been able to spend several days in my studio every week, it's located in a gallery along with 12 other artists, and we run classes and workshops in a space on site. This adds the benefits of a community, and the opportunities to network, to help with exhibitions, and the general running of the gallery. I always have several works in process most of the time, and this is because some need time to complete, some need time to resolve, and others happen very quickly. If I'm tired, or can't resolve or add something that moves a piece forward I've learned it's best to leave it alone. I also have a separate room with older work that I can peruse, and sometimes finding something I'd set aside can suddenly "speak" to me and inspire more development... Take your time, and the magic will suddenly leap out!
I was just thinking about how I was too tired to get into the studio this afternoon after working the day job. Weird! 😂We’ll see if a cup of coffee helps.
Thank you so much for this! I’ve been struggling with the motivation to create art for a while now. I’ve been feeling bad about it and not liking myself for it. But learning that it’s all part of the creative process gives me peace.
This topic seems to have really landed well with the Rogue family. I echo the sentiments of most of the comments. You guys are a lifeline and so wise. Thank you ❤ ps I want to check out Bored Panda now but it could be dangerous
I do my art as a hobby and if there ever came a time that I felt like it was a job and I had to churn out work and only pieces people are familiar with and that sell the most... Well I would find another hobby and try not to treat it like a job. So right now I am trying to sell a few pieces for the first time and I could care less if I make a lot of money. I am just enjoying making art the way I want. 😊 Okay my recent crap turd looks like a frog exploded and is getting rained on... 🤣 So I set it aside and consider it a practice piece. The other two I did were beautiful so I am fine with it. But you know... Someone might like the crap turd? It is very colorful and definitely striking... 🤣
I'm currently receiving treatment for a brain tumour, my brain most definitely still wants to create but my body just can't drag up the energy. And then when I do get into the studio my self-chatter is like "oh why bother". It's so frustrating!
Had a brain tumor too. Sending you love and good vibes, those treatments are exhausting. My brain refused to do anything creative. When my body was well enough I went to art-therapy. It took a year to reconnect to my creative mind. It was very hard at first but I kept going because of FREE INFINITE ART SUPPLIES. Please don't give up, spoil yourself, take a break. You're on a battlefield right now, it makes sense feeling discouraged. Art can wait. Just wanted to share my experience with you in case it helps. Art-therapy + Rafi & Klee + giving myself credit fot being a frakkin' WARRIOR = hope. Trust me, I'm an "expert" 🤪
I'll never get why you don't on the subtitles, always, on all videos. As somebody who has an handicap, I just don't get it. I commented on this a few months back but now I unfortunately have to leave your channel because it actually makes me kind of sad. I wish only the the best for you and Klee.
How do you guys keep posting videos relevant to my life at that time you upload lol? 😅
@@azraelhorsefeather1507 agreed! It’s unnerving in the best way possible!!
I have crohns disease and sometimes it's impossible to create art physically because the disease can be physically debilitating. When I'm struggling at these times I watch your videos and they help get me through the pain.
motivation comes from action - not the other way around. I have a set time in the morning to do my writing - a very limited time. This has improved my output by many times. And right there, somewhere near the middle of my hour at the keyboard, I find inspiration. Motivation. Joy. Short answer - show up and get to work. The motivation will come to you.
Oh, I am so tired but when I start working on something my tiredness disappears.
"Your best is going to look different each day," said Rafi. Exactly what I needed to hear.
Thank you for all these chats on creativity and being an artist. I can feel them making a difference for me, I really can.
I just had an open appendectomy 11 days ago and I’m feeling so sluggish and can’t sit or stand up at the canvas for long enough to really paint. It’s completely shot down my motivation. I wish I had the motivation to sketch or at least work on my art digitally, but it’s so hard to get out of the funk. Your video is very well timed. Thanks guys 🙏
I am so thankful for your videos. I have never seen anyone discuss art the way the two of you do. You both articulate all the thoughts that I have about art but I wasn't able to put them into words. Art is absolutely entwined with mental health. I have felt and thought that my entire life even if I didn't have the correct words to express how true that is. Every time I've had a job that has been incredibly stressful my art always suffers. I have never been able to create anything if I'm overwhelmed or stressed out or depressed or any other negative thing. And I always in the back of my mind thought it was some failure because of the myth of the tortured artist. You know Van Gogh still created when he was in a hospital suffering from depression. That kind of thing. I think that isn't true though. I don't think he actually created a thing when he was in the middle of heavy depression because if he couldn't get out of bed how's he going to lift a paintbrush. For me those bursts of creativity come when my mind is in a good place. Art can absolutely be therapeutic but it can only be therapeutic after you are in a place where you can get out of bed. Once you're well enough to get up then you can start to process what you just went through in making art. Of course the best feeling in the world is being on fire in the studio and all the ideas bursting out. Even those times as clee described where I can't sleep until I get this piece of art into the world. Those are the best times. I think every artist has those moments and that's probably why we create. When you have this powerful desire to bring this thing into the world there's just no sensation quite like that.
We call it,"playing music". Why not use that mindset for all art making. Instead we say, I'm working on my art. Self care is self discipline. Playing is self care.
oh wow, that's such a great way to put it.
You are sooo right!
I really resonated with the "i'm not a self motivator" statement that Klee said - I thought I could never do freelance or have a self created career. I finally have been trying, and I can do the work when I care. The "why" is so important to propelling myself forward - I want to design a life I care about.
I also resonate with the "i cant finish" "i never finish anything" but specifically with art projects - I tend to start sketches, ideas, make things I need to scan and "clean up," but they're never "done." So I did a 100 day challenge of "finishing" a small painting a day - it gave me immense confidence.
By and large I am tired but I am so driven lately to make an art career WORK that I am able to make / work every day. But I am concerned about burning out.
First time viewer here; thank you for this video. I have lots of health issues to contend with, and even on my best days its tough to stay motivated and create. This video is like a much needed hug for all my insecurities at the moment ❤
You two are always so inspiring... For the last week I have been in a SLOG as you say... a perfect term for it... Haven't even been creative enough to make something to eat... So yesterday I started watching pottery videos... as I AM A POTTR... looking for Christmas ideas... haven't made anything in quite a long time... but Christmas is coming and my friends and family love my creations... so I am trying to reignite my thrill of the next kiln opening...
Omg hearing some of the advice in this video makes me wanna cry.
Thanks guys.
A little" corn for authenticity." That's freaking hilarious!! LMAO
You two are such great motivational speakers. You nail the challenges every time. Thank you!
In recent years I've been able to spend several days in my studio every week, it's located in a gallery along with 12 other artists, and we run classes and workshops in a space on site. This adds the benefits of a community, and the opportunities to network, to help with exhibitions, and the general running of the gallery. I always have several works in process most of the time, and this is because some need time to complete, some need time to resolve, and others happen very quickly. If I'm tired, or can't resolve or add something that moves a piece forward I've learned it's best to leave it alone. I also have a separate room with older work that I can peruse, and sometimes finding something I'd set aside can suddenly "speak" to me and inspire more development... Take your time, and the magic will suddenly leap out!
Oooohhh my, I SO needed to hear you both today!! Thanks for being the awesome you that you both are!! 🥰
I was just thinking about how I was too tired to get into the studio this afternoon after working the day job. Weird! 😂We’ll see if a cup of coffee helps.
Thank you so much for this! I’ve been struggling with the motivation to create art for a while now. I’ve been feeling bad about it and not liking myself for it. But learning that it’s all part of the creative process gives me peace.
This topic seems to have really landed well with the Rogue family. I echo the sentiments of most of the comments. You guys are a lifeline and so wise. Thank you ❤ ps I want to check out Bored Panda now but it could be dangerous
Thank you your the best
I do my art as a hobby and if there ever came a time that I felt like it was a job and I had to churn out work and only pieces people are familiar with and that sell the most... Well I would find another hobby and try not to treat it like a job. So right now I am trying to sell a few pieces for the first time and I could care less if I make a lot of money. I am just enjoying making art the way I want. 😊 Okay my recent crap turd looks like a frog exploded and is getting rained on... 🤣 So I set it aside and consider it a practice piece. The other two I did were beautiful so I am fine with it. But you know... Someone might like the crap turd? It is very colorful and definitely striking... 🤣
Thanks!
Dang I can’t watch at the moment but so glad to see your encouraging lovely faces. I’ll watch it later though when I’m at my easel!
Although the title is a bit misleading great content! I was really hoping to just find out how to beat chronic fatigue to create art lol!😂
Ode to the Slog.... I hear you.
I'm currently receiving treatment for a brain tumour, my brain most definitely still wants to create but my body just can't drag up the energy. And then when I do get into the studio my self-chatter is like "oh why bother". It's so frustrating!
Had a brain tumor too. Sending you love and good vibes, those treatments are exhausting. My brain refused to do anything creative. When my body was well enough I went to art-therapy. It took a year to reconnect to my creative mind. It was very hard at first but I kept going because of FREE INFINITE ART SUPPLIES. Please don't give up, spoil yourself, take a break. You're on a battlefield right now, it makes sense feeling discouraged. Art can wait. Just wanted to share my experience with you in case it helps. Art-therapy + Rafi & Klee + giving myself credit fot being a frakkin' WARRIOR = hope. Trust me, I'm an "expert" 🤪
I went to my studio last Friday to varnish a large piece and realized I didn't have enough varnish. Weekend ruined.
Could you make a video like: "What would I do if I had to start from ZERO, and I desperately needed money?"
😅
Isn’t music considered art?
Yes
I feel this way a lot. Is klee ok she looks like she's lost a lot of weight?
I'll never get why you don't on the subtitles, always, on all videos. As somebody who has an handicap, I just don't get it. I commented on this a few months back but now I unfortunately have to leave your channel because it actually makes me kind of sad. I wish only the the best for you and Klee.
15:22 oh that old chestnut! Story of my life . Now I just go against norms and let everyone stare in horror “but society says that’s not right “ 😅😂
Thanks!