Beat the Critics Part 3
The Self
It’s easy to blame our problems on other people. In fact we’re very skillfull in blaming people and circumstances.
For example:
“The judges are out to get me.” “My family doesn’t believe in me.” You can fill in the blank. There is no doubt that you will have to overcome the criticisms and concerns of others, [...]
Beat the Critics Part 2
The Family
Your family (and also your friends) can be either the most supportive group you have, or the most discouraging. For me it was a total mixed bag.
My mother, among a few others, was by far my biggest source of encouragement. In fact, she was encouraging me when I didn’t want to be encouraged. There [...]
Beat the Critics
1. Beat the Critics
You probably already know this, but not everyone shares your dream. In fact, when you begin to think outside of the traditional boxes, you’re going to be branded as potentially weird or crazy.
I’ve found that as I have pursued my art, I’ve had to overcome three different sets of critics. I’m going [...]
Highs and Lows of the Art World
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On Top of the World
Things were really beginning to go well for me now. I was publishing, painting, teaching, and travelling. It was time for me to intensify my markteting. The next step [...]
Success in the World of Art
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Who would have ever thought getting fired would be the best thing that ever happened to me? After solidifying the decision to turn professional in my mind, I called my two biggest supporters, my [...]
Lousy Salesmen Make Great Artists
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Life Changing Moment # 6 - You’re Fired!
Go Professional, Young man
I couldn’t believe that my boss had urged me to quit. He didn’t offer to help me. He didn’t offer training. He didn’t [...]
This Isn’t An Art Gallery
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Life Changing Moment #5 - Showdown at the Car Dealership
Selling Cars
I wanted to get away from over-the-road truck driving. I needed a different job.
A car dealership called. I don’t even remember how they [...]
You Can’t Run From Art
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With all the great things going on in life and all the tremendous success in my art, I thought the good times would never end. I could see fame and fortune right around the corner. I thought that someday [...]
The Beginning of My Art Journey
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People often ask me when I first realized that I had talent. I remember my mother told me I had a special gift when I was around 4 years old. By first grade, several teachers noticed [...]
