The ONE THING Advantage to BIG GROWTH

To truly elevate your art practice, it's essential to identify the one main thing that will propel you forward in monumental ways.

This isn't about finding a quick fix or chasing fleeting trends; it's about deeply understanding your current needs and aspirations as an artist.

You're likely already on your way to growing and maturing as an artist. Now, it's time to ask yourself: What's next? What do you truly need to focus on right now?

To help you uncover your "one main thing," take some time to journal and free-flow write in response to these questions:

• What do I genuinely want to communicate through my art at this moment? (This delves into your current artistic voice and message.)

• What specific skill or area of my art practice do I feel compelled to master next? (Consider technical skills, conceptual understanding, or even a particular medium.)

• What aspects of my art practice am I absolutely sure about and want to lean into more heavily? (Identify your strengths and passions.)

• What am I currently unsure about or struggling with in my art that, if addressed, would open new doors? (Pinpoint areas for growth and exploration.)

  
  

As you work through these prompts, be open to what emerges.

Your "one main thing" might be mastering color theory, deepening your emotional connection to your subjects, experimenting with a completely new medium, simplifying your compositions, or exploring a new thematic direction.

It could also be something less obvious, something you need to unravel and discover about your art practice and personal growth. Give it time to percolate. Sometimes, the most impactful insights aren't immediately apparent.

Identifying your "one main thing" is a powerful step towards intentional artistic development. It provides clarity and direction, helping you focus your energy where it will have the greatest impact.

When you're ready to transform these insights into tangible progress, we're here to support you. This is where art happens and artists grow.

Always creating,

Beverly Todd

P.S. When you put your time, workshop investment, or a mentor's advice into truly mastering your "one main thing," your art's quality and market value will increase. When you’re ready, I’m here to help get you there.