Over the past few weeks I been busy sorting out the dreams and hopes of Whskr. I feel I have been going in circles a bit, not enjoying what I do as much, and just losing the fun of creating.
A lot of people are now doing the same things as I am, and, much as I love my collage pendants and dolls, I am going to start a move into something else. The dolls and pendants stay for a while, they are awesome fun and popular in my online shop, but I will be moving behind the scenes to develop a new direction.
I have tried to do too many different things, and worried endlessly about craft fairs and stuff so, for now, no more craft fairs and stress, I am concentrating on those things I can develop and also have fun with to develop the Whskr brand with the 'tools' I have on hand.
Metalwork and Jewelry - I loved my class a couple of years ago with Mary Hettmansperger. I played endlessly with copper and would love to move into silver. I have a lot of ideas to develop and I have found a great place in Wellington where I can learn valuable skills - result! Precious Metal Clay work is a bit of a dream at the moment BUT maybe on the horizon!
Web Site Building - Making a virtue of the software and beginner skills I have. (Dreamweaver and a notebooks full of idea and study notes from web building workshops!!) I aim to become competent at building small, good web sites for small people. I know that big coding jobs are beyond me, but I have several web builder friends who have offered to cast an eye over my work - so I am not working in isolation. I can then develop my own web site and Whskr.co will become a reality!
Isolation. Something I don't do very well so, I hope to get some kind of small job for a day or two a week. Something that will get me into circulation and in touch with people as well as bringing in some money for good quality supplies and tools. New Zealand is a vibrant and creative place, I have met some awesome artists and crafters who are a real inspiration and who provide valuable feedback and help - I can't fail to do well I am sure of it!!
Wish me luck :-))
1 comments:
You are a very talented artist and I am sure that you will excel at anything you decide to take on. I applaud your ability to focus, one thing I sorely lack. Good luck my friend and I wish you only the best and most creative things life has to offer!
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