Rut
4 years ago
General
I can't seem to make anything worthwhile. At least for myself. Same with gifts. I want to make so much for myself and for my friends but I sit down and I just flatline.
I try. I really do. I want to. I feel weird when I'm not scribbling. I need to scribble. But lately nothing good happens.
I try. I really do. I want to. I feel weird when I'm not scribbling. I need to scribble. But lately nothing good happens.
Draikar
~draikar
I know this sounds counterproductive, but it might be good to just give yourself a little break. A mental vacation. Don't have to stop scribbling, since I know it's something you sometimes HAVE to do, but...give yourself permission to just let go for a few days. No worry over commissions or gifts or anything else. Scribble, if you want, but no pressure to produce. Just relax and let go and get out from under the pressure. Give your brain a break. In a few days, you'll likely be able to come back to all of it refreshed and ready to work! :)
Catt
~catt
OP
Yeah, I mean, it's not like I'm liking anything that's happening so what's to be done? I don't want to make subpar art for my clients.
Draikar
~draikar
And you won't. I know you. Let yourself mentally rest for a couple of days and you're going to come back and do some amazing things. :)
Catt
~catt
OP
Thanks. I appreciate your kindness.
Onlybag
~onlybag
I totally know this feel. Happens with me too sometimes, just trying to sketch up something but losing interest quite quickly and just... Idk, idle there? Anywhoo, no need to rush yourself with arts. They can turn into a chore and it feels no longer fun. Why not giving it a little break and get back to it after a while? ^^,
Catt
~catt
OP
Hehe. That's what people are telling me. But I still WANT to draw. It's an addiction. I dunno, maybe I'll revert to some fanart if I absolutely need to create.
Letrune
~letrune
It seems like burnout... Usually,a break do helps. Can I help with such?
Catt
~catt
OP
I'm not sure. I don't think it's burnout... I think it's just me.
Letrune
~letrune
Regardless, some rest could not be a problem. :3 Draw what you wish, do something fun. :3
Catt
~catt
OP
Thank you.
Qwaychou
~qwaychou
I get this sometimes too. Just drained, dried up, in need of some creative juices. Actually, this may sounds weird but i find lighting candles helpful. And reading. Good luck.
Catt
~catt
OP
Thank you for the suggestions! I like looking at other people's art for inspiration. But aromatherapy sounds like an interesting idea. Reading could also be a neat change of pace.
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