I'M WAKIN' UP!

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I'M WAKIN' UP!

Posted by TheJudddman - June 26th, 2023

Hello again folks. I've been meaning to get back on to Newgrounds but it seems that I just...didn't.

Don't get me wrong, I love this site and I love art, but motivation has been waxing and waining. Sometimes when I don't draw for a decent period of time, It takes some strength to get things started up again. I promise that I will post some things soon (including the old art I've told y'all about).

Also, for anyone that wants to answer:

What are YOUR methods for dealing with dips in motivation when it comes to art? How do you get back to art when you've taken a long break and want to start back up again?

Thanks for your support and I'll see you soon!

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deadspread83 2023-06-26 08:08:59

For me, I like to write my ideas down as I go. When I can't find inspiration, I go back to my idea pool and see if anything interests me.

TheJudddman 2023-06-26 08:08:59

That’s a pretty good idea! Sorry for that hiatus of mine. I’ll finish a project I’m working on and perhaps we could continue on with the art mentoring. Do let me know if you’re free. Thanks mate.

DaShahRach00 2023-06-28 12:59:49

Hey! No problem never put pressure on yourself. It will only demotivate you and make you anxious.
Also I am very happy to have you back :)
Love your personality, and your artworks
Personally when it's been a long time since I've drawn or written (because I really like to write too xD) or anything related to something artistic. I don't worry too much.
It should be something that makes you feel good, and then it's not as if it was a project in which it was absolutely necessary to move forward because other people are counting on you, or because I make a living from it.

Try to set goals for yourself. For example if I started illustrations it was both because I needed to express myself and I was in a difficult period, but also because I wanted to improve in drawing to become a game designer. It might motivate your brain to come back and do it often, because there's a specific goal and there's a reason to do it.
It's little by little that I really took pleasure in the process, because at the beginning I didn't really like (just the result) xD

Also do not hesitate to learn new techniques and new things so that you can draw more and more what you want, without being dependent on your drawing level.
For that I recommend that you practice drawing regularly without necessarily being art. Do not hesitate to take a look on the internet, it is an endless source of knowledge, and if you need advice or videos, do not hesitate to ask me, I will be there if you need help.

Er, there you go, sorry if this all sounded a bit confusing, and also sorry again for my very poor English.
But I think art is a mix between sincerity and sensitivity, so don't hesitate to put down on paper your real emotions and the things you love.
Good luck !!

TheJudddman 2023-06-28 12:59:49

You have no idea how much I appreciate your help, bro. You've been here during my ups and my downs. I appreciate having you and folks like you as fellow artists on this site. Thank you so much!

bluepenguins 2023-07-27 01:36:52

Honestly can relate, I just come back whenever which probably isn't the best advice lol

I'M WAKIN' UP!

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