Despite being exhausted from a near all-nighter last night and an 11-hour school day, I feel pretty inspired. I had my one-on-one with Sam today, and met with my crit-club for coffee. They all had very helpful tips for me, and I feel much more confident with my ideas. I think I may even start prepping a canvas or two and work on paintings to join the two I have already for the first crit (eek!). 

During my one-on-one with Sam, she mentioned something I never recognized about myself. She said, “You aren’t afraid of shocking people. You’re afraid of shocking yourself. You have a lot to say, but you aren’t afraid to say it.” 

I keep thinking that over. I always thought I was a shy and timid painter, or that I’m never quite gutsy enough. It feels so wonderful and reassuring to hear that. Anyway, have a great night everyone! Happy arting!

Oh, and sexism sucks (fuck you to the asshole that said I “paint like a woman”).