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Skillset is more important than popularity

 

Early on I learned that skillset is more important than popularity. In this life of social media and being influenced by the internet on a mass scale we can forget the importance of being skilled. Money will come and the job you want will come. But if you are not prepared for when those moments do come you will not be able to match the level required.

Money is good but eventually it will run out. The day to day grind of being in tune with your craft and getting better than someone who is just focused on the quick money. Focusing on the quick money will hinder you from being truly successful. But I know each of us has a different view of success.

iPad Pro Review a Graphic Designer/Calligraphers Perspective

I have been using my iPad pro for about 2 years. When I first got it I was a little surprised how I was able to get used to it. One of the main programs I use is called procreate. The iPad pro allows me to have sketches and designs done digitally faster. As well as there are so many things you can do with your tablet.

I go over what I like about the iPad pro and also if its worth purchasing. Then I talk a bit about the con’s from the iPad pro.

Massive Collector of Everything

I could just get lost in this room. I love seeing all of the stuff that he’s collected. Another thing is how he has a story for all of it. As well as he is knowledgeable about it.

Where is the Humanity

This is a thing that I have been asking myself more and more each day. Because the way the world seems now it is as if humanity is a thing of the past. But honestly that is not the truth. There are many good people left in the world. The focus can seem to be on the wrong people and things.

I was inspired to create this shirt design from a great friend who said this is a quote I should illustrate. So therefore I did so and the overall effect that I was going for with the design was to keep it rough and expressive.

Because when you think of the word humanity (well from my point of view) is how we are rough around the edges, creative and expressive in many different ways. Maintaining legibility to have it easily read by many people.

I have two shirts available for Men and Women for purchase from Teespring

 

 

 

Dealing with Rejection

Dealing with Rejection is something that I am thankful I learned how to deal with professionally. When it comes to feeling rejected it can be one thing that upsets you and or motivates you. When applying for a Job and you get the automated response that they have chosen another candidate its best to take it in stride and move on. Because I know we have the skills required to do the job and more.

There are many people out there that are willing to give us the opportunity. Better than wait for that opportunity make your own. Take the time to learn business, marketing and how to network and also selling products. There are many ways for a person to achieve their desired goals. Instead of waiting and hoping learn how to develop your skills to become more desirable.

Once you become more desirable know your worth and do not sell yourself short. By agreeing to take less than you know you should be earning. For example if you have the documented proof showing that you know what you are talking about there’s no wiggle room for them to short change you. Because there’s documented proof of hours upon hours of you perfecting your craft.

Personal rejection is I feel a thing that is dependent upon the overall person. A great example is how someone talks with someone they are interested in. If they get rejected sometimes they get upset and say rude things to and or about the person. The same thing can go for when you are working professionally with a harsh client. If you get your work rejected do not get upset and curse out the person.

Look inside first at yourself and think about how to handle it without getting upset. I talk about this because I have experienced rejection in many forms. At first I used to let my emotions control my response. Then I learned to stop and use my head to make smarter decisions. Nothing gets accomplished when you get angry and forceful.

Embrace rejection to motivate you and inspire you to pursue more. If someone rejects you for a job apply for another and if that client rejects your work talk with them on how to accomplish their desired goal.

Animating my calligraphy work

Lately I have become more interested in animating my brush pen and calligraphy work. I am definitely having a great time pushing myself to do something more of what I am uncomfortable doing. Also I can see the long term value of this.

I also am thinking of ways I can apply this to real world tools.

Using Procreate to create Murals and Lettering pieces

Using Procreate has helped me a lot with my process. The simplification that it has helped especially when it comes to creating chalkboard lettering pieces. As I show in the video I go over how I worked on completing the chalk lettering piece behind me in the video.

 

Don’t Stop Working when the Work Stops

As a creative who freelances outside of a day job, it can be difficult at times to keep working when our work stops coming. This quote is one that I heard while listening to the perspective podcast. I’ve always been the type to continue working and creating. Because having the right mentality about improving and creating is whats most important.

Whenever we have clients and are creating work it gives us a sense of purpose and a good feeling. The feeling of knowing we will be paid for what we are creating. Not knowing whether the products we create will actually be purchased scares many. Also being open to learning how to sell products efficiently.

Because whenever the work stops coming you can learn what you have always wanted to. Such as if you are currently a video editor and you want to learn how to design logos, You can do just that. Another thing is that you can also create self projects. The project that you have actually wanted to do but you put it off to pay the bills.

While I mention paying bills there is nothing wrong with paying your bills. But you should not get comfortable with not having any work coming in. There is something you are not doing which is the reason why you have the work not coming in. Maybe its a new connection you have to make and or go to an event. Possibly even make the phone call you have been thinking about.

Making sure you have the right mental state is one thing to not forget. This whole Marathon that we all are on in our lives and careers is to not forget to take care of ourselves. Taking care of yourself inside and outside makes working when the work stops easier to continue.

Don’t Destroy your Own Creativity

 

The amount of Creativity we have in us can get destroyed by us. The reason I say that is because there are many times when we do not listen to our gut. Instead of listening to our gut we do what is safe. Then we fail later on to believe in what we know that we are capable of doing. Our creativity has to be nourished and cared for.

When we are working diligently towards a goal that uses our creativity we can think that it is going to not lead to anything. I learned that your wave is coming just give it time. Give your wave time to form. Because the process and journey is what will make the difference. We have to realize that this is a marathon.

There is no shortcut to achieving a goal. You can try to cheat and take shortcuts but there is no strength or validity to keep you where you have arrived. The days of working on that project you have took on to do for your portfolio to try and get that job and or product you’ve created to sale will be worth it. There is someone out there and an agency that will employ you.

I’ve learned that to be the truth from many experiences. Being difficult to not destroy my own creativity and what I am capable of. The saying that we our own worst enemy is the truth. The way that we think as a person determines a lot. Getting inside of your own head and not believing it will ever work out for you is what will happen.

When you stay determined as a creative and believe in yourself you’ll start to see things working in your favor. By that I mean the nights and days you work towards a goal you will be able to get closer to it and then eventually it will be achieved..