Really enjoyed this. Your new drawings are delightful. I enjoy the charm and whimsy of the mushrooms and the frog. The oak leaves and acorns really drew me in as I love autumn and I live in an area where there is an abundance of oaks.
Hello Katie. Thank you for this sharing on the transmission of your work, your creative process and the best way to make it feel its temporality, its ebullition, as well as failures. And I realize that I feel the same but I haven't put the words to it. I haven't posted about my work (on instagram) for months, yet I'm on a big project.
I feel guilty for not showing more and with every step. But it's a fact, when I've done it before, it put time pressure on me, and pressure to make everything I showed happen. The creativity : It's calm and introspection and maybe a kind of intimate moment that can take a long time to hatch. And the fact of creating your space, apart from Instagram and its disproportionate visibility requirement, seems to me more calming and at your own pace. Besides, I'm thinking of mine. And your words give me this conviction that it would be a good choice. Thanks for those thoughts! Your work is superb, you have a lot of talent. And we feel, without a doubt, your honesty in everything you do. What makes in my eyes, your work and your personality so appreciable. (I love all those mushrooms, they're all beautiful. And so is Jack!)
Hello Aurélie and thank you so much for taking the time to make this response, I really appreciate hearing your reflections. I love the point you made about the intimacy of working creatively, and how that changes when you feel you must share it. I wish you well with your big project, whether or not you choose to share it online!
It's a pleasure for me. And I'm glad to know that your enjoy reading my comments (I hope they don't contain too many mistakes...). Thank you for your encouragements ! Good afternoon !
I don’t like the way Insta is forcing creative people to work in ways that aren’t meaningful for them, whereas a substack or newsletter can work as an artist wishes it to. I also find they, like YouTube videos, commands my attention more, because they are crafted with love, and don’t arrive often.
It’s important your able to use the medium that works best for you, and notice a number of creative people with established businesses have moved away from regularly sharing on social media, just posting when they release something new. I really enjoy seeing your work for what it is - it was lovely to see the mushrooms and squirrels come to life, but also your whale comic which you did for the joy of it.
Thank you for this Clare! I don't think I will ever be able to make the kind of videos instagram seems to want from me (but then, I never thought I'd do YouTube either, so here we are!!). But I am definitely feeling that many folks are moving away from the immediacy and urgency of social media and back into more reflective places and space...like blogs on the internet of yore!
I love your illustrations. Especially the manner in which you share your process. I enjoy your walks on the moor. The tone of your voice is peaceful, and your creative work is an inspiration to me. I recently heard a podcast on Hidden Brain about what to do about the negative chatter (first affirmation is that we all have it!!!). It was Fred somebody, psych researcher. I can't remember more!! Sorry. Just know you are one of the best!!!!
Absolutely love the mushrooms, especially the one with the frog on top. Jack is such a sweet guy. I very much enjoy your postings …..not a great knitter like you….I do more crochet garments….but I still like your work
Looking forward to seeing your new stuff (I particularly love the acorns)!
Katie, you are very talented. I have always loved your videos. They are interesting, informative and very calming. And if course, I love Jack!
Really enjoyed this. Your new drawings are delightful. I enjoy the charm and whimsy of the mushrooms and the frog. The oak leaves and acorns really drew me in as I love autumn and I live in an area where there is an abundance of oaks.
I feel pure delight when I see your creations 🍄🌱💕
Your email resonates very much. Your art is wonderful...be true to yourself. Thanks for sharing.
Adorable Frog Sitting on the Mushroom. I think that’s a keeper.
Hello Katie. Thank you for this sharing on the transmission of your work, your creative process and the best way to make it feel its temporality, its ebullition, as well as failures. And I realize that I feel the same but I haven't put the words to it. I haven't posted about my work (on instagram) for months, yet I'm on a big project.
I feel guilty for not showing more and with every step. But it's a fact, when I've done it before, it put time pressure on me, and pressure to make everything I showed happen. The creativity : It's calm and introspection and maybe a kind of intimate moment that can take a long time to hatch. And the fact of creating your space, apart from Instagram and its disproportionate visibility requirement, seems to me more calming and at your own pace. Besides, I'm thinking of mine. And your words give me this conviction that it would be a good choice. Thanks for those thoughts! Your work is superb, you have a lot of talent. And we feel, without a doubt, your honesty in everything you do. What makes in my eyes, your work and your personality so appreciable. (I love all those mushrooms, they're all beautiful. And so is Jack!)
Hello Aurélie and thank you so much for taking the time to make this response, I really appreciate hearing your reflections. I love the point you made about the intimacy of working creatively, and how that changes when you feel you must share it. I wish you well with your big project, whether or not you choose to share it online!
It's a pleasure for me. And I'm glad to know that your enjoy reading my comments (I hope they don't contain too many mistakes...). Thank you for your encouragements ! Good afternoon !
What lovely illustrations- very delightful and calming…a moment of joy. Thank you 😊 🍄
I don’t like the way Insta is forcing creative people to work in ways that aren’t meaningful for them, whereas a substack or newsletter can work as an artist wishes it to. I also find they, like YouTube videos, commands my attention more, because they are crafted with love, and don’t arrive often.
It’s important your able to use the medium that works best for you, and notice a number of creative people with established businesses have moved away from regularly sharing on social media, just posting when they release something new. I really enjoy seeing your work for what it is - it was lovely to see the mushrooms and squirrels come to life, but also your whale comic which you did for the joy of it.
Thank you for this Clare! I don't think I will ever be able to make the kind of videos instagram seems to want from me (but then, I never thought I'd do YouTube either, so here we are!!). But I am definitely feeling that many folks are moving away from the immediacy and urgency of social media and back into more reflective places and space...like blogs on the internet of yore!
Katie, Love the newsletter. Love the art. Love the videos. Love JACK. with Love
Love the adorable art work. And your sweet Jack.
I think this might be my favourite collection of yours yet and I ADORE the little frog.
I love your illustrations. Especially the manner in which you share your process. I enjoy your walks on the moor. The tone of your voice is peaceful, and your creative work is an inspiration to me. I recently heard a podcast on Hidden Brain about what to do about the negative chatter (first affirmation is that we all have it!!!). It was Fred somebody, psych researcher. I can't remember more!! Sorry. Just know you are one of the best!!!!
Absolutely love the mushrooms, especially the one with the frog on top. Jack is such a sweet guy. I very much enjoy your postings …..not a great knitter like you….I do more crochet garments….but I still like your work