[Might Could Essays]
I’ve written over 100 essays on living, working, and making as an artist. These essays are like a personal journal that allows me to reflect on the ongoing process of discovering and developing myself as an artist. Some common themes are overcoming creative obstacles, developing a personal style, and pondering what it means to think like an artist.
I send out a new [Might Could Essay] to my email subscribers every Tuesday. Subscribers also get access to all previous essays in the Essay Library.
Here’s a peek at some of my subscribers’ favorite essays below.
Patching Together Your Artistic Style
Contrary to what you might think, your artistic style is not something you discover all at once. It’s not a chest of gold you just
On Keeping a Sketchbook
Have you ever tried to keep a journal or diary? There are endless self-improvement books and articles touting the benefits of keeping a journal. But
Inspiration vs. Imitation: How to Copy as an Artist
Have you ever copied another artist’s artwork? Do you feel bad because you find it difficult to draw without copying another artist’s work? Many new
How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome as an Artist
Last October, I was struggling with—among other things—a bad case of Imposter Syndrome. I was writing these essays about creativity, mindfulness, and confidence, but ya’ll
How to Not Be Perfectionist
Every day there is some instance where I get paralyzed by wanting everything to be perfect. For example, I’m a certified foodie perfectionist. If I’m
Draw Yourself, Discover Yourself
There’s an assignment in my course, Sketchbook to Style Boot Camp, that sometimes trips people up. Students often get stuck on this assignment for days
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