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As the pic says, I hate making posts like this. I hate sounding like I'm just whining or bellyaching, but I have hit a rock-solid wall.
Everything I was wanting to get done this month is slipping away, and the reason is simple. It's burnout. I have been working on Depths as the sole artist for over a year, and I have never missed an update. I have busted my butt trying to get it more attention with the best art I can manage while still giving myself enough time to do other projects. I have rarely taken any days off, I have sacrificed a lot of free time and things around me have suffered for it.
I have worked very hard to produce the best work I can, and have seen my gallery grow very little. Almost 700 pictures in my gallery. 5500 watchers. I've tried bulk uploading, I've tried doing free art, I've tried doing gift art, collabs, trades, every trick in the book. It's like I'm invisible.
The joy is gone. The joy of doing art. I just don't care anymore. I try to sit down and work on one of the things I'm still owing... the Pet Project cover, my YCH comic to help out my friend Candymare, Depths, even Wild Coast, and I just stare. I can't put the will together to do it.
That's some pretty hefty burnout, when nothing is appealing, when nothing feels good. I haven't even been on FA for 2 weeks. I don't want to be reminded of other artists who have so much bigger of an audience. I'm spent, I'm used up, and I need some time to work through this.
I'm not quitting. You guys should know by now I don't quit or give up... but I need some time. I need some time to find joy in working again, or things are going to go from bad to worse.
I'm sorry about this folks. I know some of you are waiting on things, but that's part of what's contributed to my burnout.
I just need a little time. I'll come back, but right now, until I feel better, until I find a reason to keep moving forward, I think I would just do more harm than good to try and just push through when I'm just so miserable.
I'll see you folks soon, I promise.
Everything I was wanting to get done this month is slipping away, and the reason is simple. It's burnout. I have been working on Depths as the sole artist for over a year, and I have never missed an update. I have busted my butt trying to get it more attention with the best art I can manage while still giving myself enough time to do other projects. I have rarely taken any days off, I have sacrificed a lot of free time and things around me have suffered for it.
I have worked very hard to produce the best work I can, and have seen my gallery grow very little. Almost 700 pictures in my gallery. 5500 watchers. I've tried bulk uploading, I've tried doing free art, I've tried doing gift art, collabs, trades, every trick in the book. It's like I'm invisible.
The joy is gone. The joy of doing art. I just don't care anymore. I try to sit down and work on one of the things I'm still owing... the Pet Project cover, my YCH comic to help out my friend Candymare, Depths, even Wild Coast, and I just stare. I can't put the will together to do it.
That's some pretty hefty burnout, when nothing is appealing, when nothing feels good. I haven't even been on FA for 2 weeks. I don't want to be reminded of other artists who have so much bigger of an audience. I'm spent, I'm used up, and I need some time to work through this.
I'm not quitting. You guys should know by now I don't quit or give up... but I need some time. I need some time to find joy in working again, or things are going to go from bad to worse.
I'm sorry about this folks. I know some of you are waiting on things, but that's part of what's contributed to my burnout.
I just need a little time. I'll come back, but right now, until I feel better, until I find a reason to keep moving forward, I think I would just do more harm than good to try and just push through when I'm just so miserable.
I'll see you folks soon, I promise.
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Burnout is an actual mental and physical condition. It’s serious and is a result of pushing past your limits without the support to do so. It’s natural and happens to everyone. Pacing yourself, taking regular breaks, getting outside of your work space, and eating healthy all help curb the onslaught of burnout effects. I know you do some of these things, but maybe having an alarm for every few hours to snap you out of your artist groove and getting a bit more rest would help.
A good idea would be to look online for tips about helping heal and prevent burnout. Remember burnout is caused by too much work and lack of support. If you want ideas on how to increase your viewer base I may be able to give a few suggestions as well. Just know that you do have devoted fans here on FA, small they may be, but devoted nonetheless
A good idea would be to look online for tips about helping heal and prevent burnout. Remember burnout is caused by too much work and lack of support. If you want ideas on how to increase your viewer base I may be able to give a few suggestions as well. Just know that you do have devoted fans here on FA, small they may be, but devoted nonetheless
I still feel you're one of the best. Hell it was thanks to your work that I've been able to draw some great angles for not just drawing Kalea but also for another otter OC I have who's female. I agree that it's very weird how the watchers aren't increasing considering how incredible your work is. I still won't stop spreading the word about help needed for Depths. But it's hard to get watchers I know that to be true. But hopefully this break will help you out.
I can't say as I'm surprised, KJ. With all that you've taken on, I'm surprised it's taken you this long to finally reach the burnout point. Take your time, get recharged and return whenever you feel like it. We'll still be here and those of us who aren't never were fans to begin with.
Take care of your self KJ! Seriously. When your passion feels like work. That's all the more reason to pause. If you need a break, take one!
Honestly, the fact you've lasted this long is beyond impressive. Seriously, take a breather, you first, passion second.
We'll be here, when you get back, when ever you do
Honestly, the fact you've lasted this long is beyond impressive. Seriously, take a breather, you first, passion second.
We'll be here, when you get back, when ever you do
Burnout sucks. I've been there. Take some time off, relax, do something new. It takes time to pull out of it, but it can be done. You need to recharge your batteries. Doing something totally different can help. Doing NOTHING (as in, resting) can help. No cut-or-dried answer to the issue, but it does go away eventually.
I believe finding the time to rejuvenate yourself is more important. Also, I really do love the work that you do KJ ever since the first comic with Lei-Lani and the other work you have done. Moreover, enjoying your Clydesdale fursona so much too.
When you feel you are ready to get back to it again for the love of your artwork. I think that will be the best choice for yourself.
When you feel you are ready to get back to it again for the love of your artwork. I think that will be the best choice for yourself.
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