Goodbye February

It’s been a while since I’ve posted new work. I haven’t been spending much time in my studio for several reasons. In general, February is a crappy month, and this February has been particularly shitty. Due to certain life changes, sporadic loneliness, and perpetually nasty weather, I’ve found myself down in the dumps. I hate being down in the dumps, mostly because the constant sadness brings along a huge pile of guilt. By all accounts I have a charmed life, and there is no good reason why I should be mopey. And yet here I am feeling guilty and anxious.

This month I’ve really been considering the tortured artist stereotype. Many people have the idea that artists must be agonized and suffering to make great art. This idea totally confuses me. I’m sure there are artists who work best when they are depressed, but I’m exactly the opposite. When I’m sad or anxious, I cannot organize my thoughts or find the motivation to create, hence my current lack of productivity.

At least I was able to finish one piece. Hopefully March will find me in better spirits.