Yin Yang

Here is another example of something that I soooo had not planned. Perhaps a reflection of my mood. This was a totally brand new shirt as opposed to a gently used one, which is what I usually use in case I mess up. This is what happens when I try too hard. The tense mindset becomes the first pitfall. The second one is being impatient, trying to rush because I can't wait very long to see what the final product will look like. Both factors unravelled here. Not a very good combination.

So, I try to pull myself back together while trying to loosen up a bit. I remind myself to relax and to just let it flow. Striking the balance between "thinking" and "not thinking". Seriously working hard while maintaining a laissez-faire attitude. Drawing on that Gemini personality. Holding on to my belief that everything is recoverable and that mistakes generate creativity.

It helped me already figure out what I shall do (or not do) on the next top that I paint.

Here is the result. A really wild, faux brocade/paisley top. Yep, certainly an original this time but now not sure who is going to wear it.

Remember that you are unique, just like everyone else.