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Vicki T's avatar

I’m an artist in my 40s who’s just beginning my journey in comics so I feel like a total late bloomer. Even though people tell me I’m unflappable and have grit, in my head I feel like a duck frantically paddling to keep myself moving through the water. I know to take it one day at a time, and everything—including feelings— is temporary. Still some days I don’t believe I’ll ever be the illustrator I want to be, or write the books I want to make. On those days, I remind myself about this community. I still feel like that duck paddling frantically, but one that just lets everything glide smoothly down her back.

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Amy Makechnie's avatar

I love the word unflappable! I'm working on this trait every day. I tend to get overwhelmed with the number of things I *think* an artist/writer *could/should* be doing which does not lead to a calm, unflappable state. These days I'm working on a "TOP 3" everyday with the goal of being done by noon. If I'm writing, that will extend into the afternoon. I know that small baby steps are what take us across the finish line (I just need the constant reminder). Love your work and I'm so happy about your books!

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