Motivation is often seen as the spark that ignites creativity—the magic ingredient that drives artists to create. But here’s the truth: if I waited to feel motivated every day, I’d get nothing done. And I’m not alone. No one feels motivated all the time.
The idea of relying on motivation is one of the biggest myths in the creative world. Motivation comes and goes. It’s fleeting, unpredictable, and impossible to control. But what is reliable? Discipline. Routine. The simple habit of showing up, no matter how uninspired or tired I might feel.
When I step into my studio, I’m not always brimming with ideas or excitement. Some days, it feels like pushing a boulder uphill. But I start where I am, with whatever energy I have. I mix paint, I pick up a brush, and I begin. And often, somewhere in the process, the spark I was waiting for shows up. Not before I start—but because I started.
There’s a misconception that artists are constantly struck by waves of inspiration, effortlessly creating masterpiece after masterpiece. But in reality, art doesn’t come from waiting for the perfect moment. It comes from consistency, from trusting the process, and from showing up day after day.
So, if you’ve been waiting for motivation to strike before starting your next project, here’s my advice: don’t. Start where you are. Begin with what you have. Do the work.
Because in the end, it’s not motivation that makes the art—it’s showing up.
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