#hobbyist problems

[selfox]

That feeling of cold itching power at your fingertips, almost bursting with immense want to draw because you feel that sweet sweet inspiration and your mind is finally full of ideas for all of things you love...

and yet you can't

For the sole reason - you are still at work and you are a responsible adult

[irrelechan]

As a culture, I think we often feel the pressure to present an image of perfection at all times. Unfortunately, this expectation often seeps into our hobbies. Not only that, but the instant gratification we experience through modern conveniences tends to reinforce the idea that we should master a hobby immediately, or we've failed. This internal belief sadly discourages us from even trying, creating a negative feedback loop, thus robbing us of potential joy and community. However, neither of these ideas is true or helpful. Everyone starts somewhere, and our skill levels vary, putting each one of us at different stages of ability. The person you admire as a skilled writer or artist may have had an apprenticeship, many more dedicated hours of practice each night, or even pursued formal education in that hobby. Their journey is unique, and I believe it's essential to remember that it is not the same journey as ours. Instead, try to learn from them, read books, and schedule regular practice. Curiosity and developing a love for learning will far outweigh the fear of starting or failing. You might be surprised at what you can achieve in a short amount of time! But even if it takes years (it often does), it's still your own journey, and the process to get there is part of the beauty. Remember, hobbies are supposed to be a form of creative expression and a source of joy! Embrace mistakes as opportunities for learning and improvement. They are the foundation of the human experience.

Sidenote: Even the best artist you know struggles with impostor syndrome and looks up to artists / hobbyists that they view as better than them! You're not alone haha!

Make something today doesn't have to be perfect. You're already doing well just by starting :)

ily <3

[glasscabbageart]

Me: *complains about having too much jewelry and I don't know what to do with it all*

Me: *makes more*

Me:

Me: what the hell is wrong with me

[midnightsprint]

My hobby has me in a silent fury right now.

I was shifting pieces at my paint station, and a single model's head broke off and fell to the floor. It wouldn't be a big deal, but this particular one is a unique, standalone head from the pack it came with.

So now, I have a headless model with no appropriate head. Worst part, I don't recall the exact features, so a replacement would be far too troublesome.

I can't find this thing for the life of me, and it's enraging.

I blew some steam off at the punching bag, but I went at it too hard, and ended up hurting my god damned wrists and ankle.

Fuck my god damn life.

So much for 'hobbies are supposed to be for fun'.

[seaweeeedy]

That feel when you're building gunpla and you accidentally cut too close to the piece.

[peacheol]

My counselors must hate me if they’re putting me in art class. Do they think I draw because I lIKE IT??? CAUSE I DONT ACTUALLY TBH. I s2g I WILL FAIL THAT CLASS OMG I WOULD NOT MAKE ANY OF THE DEADLINES I CAN BARELY FINISH A DRAWING IN TIME FOR MY HUBBIES ANNIVERSARY AND COMBACK AND THEY ARE SO IMPORTANT TO ME HOW ARE THEY GOING TO EXPECT ME TO FINISH AN ART ASSIGNMENT FOR A CLASS I DONT EVEN WANT OMG AT LEAST I CAN STEAL THE ART SUPPLIES HAHAHA OOPS

IM NOT EVEN GOOD AT DRAWING THEY WONT EVEN SWITCH IT TO PSYCH AND I NEED THAT FUCKING CLASS FUCK SCHOOL COUNSELORS GOD SHIT