Sharing my artistic journey: Making time for connection

As an artist, you're a one-person powerhouse. You're the creator, of course, but you also wear hats as the administrator, accountant, marketer and the increasingly essential role of content creator. It's a lot to juggle, and I, like many artists I've spoken with, find the content creation part often feels like the biggest hurdle.

You'd think having a day job in social media would give me an edge, but ironically, it might be why my art page often takes a backseat. After spending all day immersed in social media for work, when I finally get into my studio in the evenings or on weekends, all I want to do is make.

I've tried capturing my process as I create, but it truly interrupts the flow. Stopping to check angles or lighting breaks my concentration and pulls me out of the moment. It's frustrating when all you want to do is immerse yourself in your work.

But if I'm honest, I'd genuinely love to share more of my process with people. I believe the sheer amount of work that goes into a piece is often underestimated. And if a video of mine could inspire someone to try something new, or give them the push to experiment with a different (recycled) material, wouldn't that make it all worthwhile?

Beyond that, sharing content also fosters a vital connection with your audience. For those of us who spend hours alone in our studios, that connection becomes incredibly important. We pour so much of ourselves into our work, and that isolation can be profound. Having spent months not sharing anything, I'm honestly craving that sense of connection with the people who appreciate and follow my art.

So, how do we bridge this gap between the desire to share and the precious time we have for creating? It's about finding smart strategies that integrate with our workflow rather than disrupt it. Maybe it’s about dedicating a specific, short block of time for content capture, or finding tools that make the process less intrusive. Perhaps it’s even about embracing the imperfect, raw moments that truly show the reality of making art.

The goal isn't to become a full-time content creator, but to offer glimpses into our world that can resonate and inspire. Because ultimately, connecting with others through our art, in all its forms, is part of the reason we do it.