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Here is some additional information from personal experiences that I hope will help you with your creative ventures.
If you need help or encouragement, ASK FOR IT! Don’t be scared to ask, everyone needs a cheer squad sometimes. You’re not bothering them and they’re not going to hate you for asking.
If you fall short of your expectations, step away, take a deep breath and a SHORT break, and then keep doing it! Don’t give up, learn from your mistakes and get better!
If you’re not sure if you’re doing something correct, ask someone who knows! Don’t assume you’re doing it wrong and everything you do is crap. Chances are you’re doing just fine.
The short answer is, don’t take or copy any one else’s work for personal gain or commercial use, unless you have the creator’s permission (and they fully understand what you will be doing with their work). Fan art is great for practicing, showing you love something, projects for yourself, gifts, donations, etc. You’ll be happier with the final product if it’s something you created, even if it’s inspired by someone else. Design or draw your own spin on it to make it different. At the end of the day, you have to be comfortable with selling what you’ve created.
Getting over an uninspired rut:
Take a step back - for a few minutes or a few days. Whatever you need, but don’t give up. I like to do something else creative like painting, taking a glass-blowing class, reading comics, going to a convention, watching a creative show, etc.
When you’re ready, set a small goal that you can more easily accomplish. Even if it’s an easy or simple project, it can help give you the confidence to tackle your larger ones.
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