One way to infuse your art practice with new energy is to try something new, and maybe even seemingly unrelated to your usual art making habits.
A few “new” skills that I have played with are:
- Clay play – this was so addictive and fun. I learned I like to see results fast and that a lot of printmaking techniques can be used in making clay objects. I took a local class.
- Photography challenge – This one is so easy to do with digital phones and cameras. Just stop and capture what catches your eye. I use shadow photos all the time to make drawings and stencils. I just set challenges for myself.
- Sew, knit or crochet something. I have made quilts, aprons and bags with my monoprinted fabric. Threads, yarns and fibers always work their way into my prints.
The key is to embrace the beginner’s mind, open, curious and willing. So I encourage you to find something new to try. It doesn’t even have to be about making something.
Sometimes a class helps to learn a new skill. Maybe the Gelatin Print Project is just what you need. Read all the details about this class on the workshop page.
