Always keep trying. One of the worst received yet best given bits of advice in existence.
I know that you can do it. I want to believe that I can do it.

At the brink of change, I’m wondering if I am worth it. Am I wasting money on myself by going back to school? Will I gain anything from it? Am I being used? Deceived? Naïve? This isn’t a new year, new me kind of decision. I’ve been looking at so many options this past year that this seems like the right choice.

But am I worth it?

I am getting better. My writing is stronger. I’m learning so much about illustration and even branding that my self-esteem grows.

The hesitation? If I spend this money on myself and gain nothing from it, I feel like I’m taking away from my loved ones. I would spend the money on them without thought. But can I take it from them to spend on me? (for context, the money is the product of years of my hard work. Logic be damned, I’m still not convinced I can spend it on myself.)

The WIP today is going to be a work combining what I’ve been learning about movement and perspectives. I am terrible at drafting, so using the drawing grid keeps making things worse. (don’t worry, said with laughter). I’m not quite ready to share the picture as a whole, yet really wanted to share this portion of it because it makes me so happy. The stick figures are my favourite part of all my drawings. It’s where I begin, and I love the beginning of any story when the possibilities are endless!

Happy holidays friends! I’m back to the 9-5 tomorrow, but these past four days have been so wonderful. I hope that your weekend and your holiday season has been as well.

Selina