Little Flower Art by Heather

I have a vendor fair coming up in a few weeks. I am new to selling my art so it will be my first one... I am a bit nervous about getting all my pieces done in time. I think I can do it- just got to get better at the juggling act of life! Actually, I think it will all turn out ok. I can become a perfectionist at times(trust me, it is selective), and that can get in the way of being productive. It can also really hamper creativity.

At times I have been nervous while working on a painting or other art work and I can always tell I was stiff. When I am nervous, my marks are short and uncertain. The work doesn't have the flow it needs. The whole piece looks forced. But, when I am relaxed and I let the art move through me, some amazing things happen. I find that I can't really "plan" my work to the last detail. It ruins the surprise for me and will lead directly to stiff-ville. Sometimes, my best work is a first draft.

I guess that can tie into a life view as well. If we plan too much and expect things to go exactly according to our plan then we can become stiff when things don't go our way. Besides, our plans are not necessarily God's plans. He is the ultimate artist. Sometimes alittle trust and willingness to be free flowing can lead to the most beautiful artworks-us!