Bad Art

[Alex]

I know I'm not talented, you can trust me on that.

And I know the thing to do is just do it. But then my resistance wouldn't be irrational, would it? And I'm irrational about so few things that I tend to be clingy in their presence.

[bewitched]

Originally Posted by Alex

I know I'm not talented, you can trust me on that.

And I know the thing to do is just do it. But then my resistance wouldn't be irrational, would it? And I'm irrational about so few things that I tend to be clingy in their presence.

Not irrational at all. Psychologically, we all tend to shy away from things which don't reinforce a positive opinion of ourselves. Especially if most activities in which an individual participates are those which the individual is "good" or "successful" at. We also tend to irrationally believe that other people judge us (or for that matter care) as harshly as we, ourselves, do.

Me, I tend to be more of an "I don't give a ****" person. But I don't tend to trumpet my success on a subject which I suck at. For instance, I do some magic tricks...spectacularly poorly. I will usually do them for people if they ask since I have made clear that I really suck (sometimes the trick works just as intended then everyone, including me, is amazed). Therefore, I am rarely embarrassed when my magic actually does suck (best suited for those under 6...who think I'm amazing ).

Anyway, when you get a chance, look at the sight...it really is all in good fun (a lot of the amusement is in the newsletters and commentary where they so blatently pretend to be very cultured and pretentious about their "museum").

[Ghoulish Delight]

Originally Posted by Alex

I know I'm not talented, you can trust me on that.

You'd be surprised to learn how easy it is to mistake "untalented" for "untrained" or "unpracticed". There is no way I could fathom that I'd have the ability to draw some of the stuff I'm currently drawing before.

[bewitched]

Hmmm...now that I think about it, I have a series of paintings in my basement (which I painted in high school) which might be a lovely contribution to their collection.


GD, I have noticed on your blog how much you have improved as you've obviously learned more about technique (light, shadow, perspective...). Personally, I think you're doing a great job and totally applaud you for going outside of your comfort zone to try something new.

[Betty]

Originally Posted by Alex

I know I'm not talented, you can trust me on that.

And I know the thing to do is just do it. But then my resistance wouldn't be irrational, would it? And I'm irrational about so few things that I tend to be clingy in their presence.

You know - you don't have to paint "something". You can just pick up a brush and put color on paper. Then another color - and maybe you mix them a little together - or maybe you don't. or both. Just play with it. That, to me, is the fun of it, even if you don't end up with something you want to keep. The process itself is still enjoyable.