Sneering, smiling and snorting

I like having lots of work; thinking about the next step on multiple projects energizes me.  Having many jobs boosts my confidence and calms down all the self-doubt for awhile.

Thinking about rude comments from old art teachers, snobbery in the Art World, or during times when work isn’t selling and jobs aren’t coming my way – these things cause doubt and insecurity in your Central California artist. (“When the dog bites, when the bee stings, when I’m feeling sad. . .”)

Happy customers, helping people learn to draw, sales, commissions – these things build my confidence. (“Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens. . .”)

Confidence is a good thing, but one must take care not to let it grow into arrogance. That might be why I often slip into self-deprecating humor here on the blog. I’ve heard it said that arrogance is a sneer and confidence is a smile, but haven’t heard what sort of facial expression comes with insecurity.

The painting of the ranch in rural Southern California is now in the hands of a happy customer.  Join me in a smile or even a big laugh when you read the name of the place!

Bucksnort

And let’s smile some more at the beauty in the desert.

I am struggling to find a good title for this piece. “Beauty in them thar hills” probably isn’t the best one, but that’s what is rumbling around in my brain.

 

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6 Comments

  1. I think that is a beautiful painting, don’t ever self-doubt Jana, all your art work is wonderful!

    • Virginia, it is the kindness of people like you that keep me marching forward when the doubt gets thick.

  2. The Long View

    • Nice, Donna! I will add that to the list of possibilities (currently a very short list).

      • You never need to concern yourself with self-doubt or lack of confidence. You are so divinely talented. But you are right on to be aware of arrogance, which I don’t ever see you having a problem with. Humility shines forth.

        • Thank you, Anonymous. Those are wise and kind words.


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