I’m still in Morocco, and everyone is at lunch, so I’m taking time to make art! While painting, I’ve been thinking about a powerful moment we experienced during our morning session. A big takeaway from these retreats was made crystal clear.
Here’s the story…
One of the artists shared that what’s hardest for her is not knowing what she’s doing. She’s highly productive in regular life, but here, at the retreat, she candidly admitted she doesn’t know what to do, and that’s new for her. She realized that she doesn’t have to be perfect. What a breakthrough! The art is almost secondary to the powerful shifts within ourselves in these moments. She was in tears sharing this because she felt such relief! This brought her closer to the group because so many of us can relate. This shift leads to the new relaxed energy needed to create your authentic art.
How do you relate to this idea of letting go and embracing imperfection? Let me know in the comments!
In this week’s episode of the Art2Life Podcast, I share insights about leaning into who you want to become. It’s about making shifts within yourself to update your identity. Letting go of part of ourselves and dreaming big can get you started. Join me this Wednesday on your favorite place to listen to podcasts or catch the video on our YouTube Channel!
Hope you’re having a great Sunday!
Nicholas
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Hi! I’m
Nicholas Wilton
the founder of Art2Life.
With over 20 years experience as a working artist and educator, I’ve developed a systematic approach that brings authenticity, spontaneity and joy back into the creative process.
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