Hey hey everyone, how are you all doing?

First of all, to anybody in Adelaide, Mistral and Darklord are having their "Pink Bits" exhibition at Worldsend on Hindley Street on Friday 20th November. The exhibition starts at 7pm; not only will you see killer art but there's music to headbang to as well; Taunt and Nessun Dorma will be taking the stage from 9. It's all free so go and check it out!

I recently discovered a couple of things amongst my wandering of galleries that I thought I'd share with you. They're simple enough concepts but I thought they could be useful, especially if you're having somewhat of a creative block or motivational troubles.

I first I found was the posting of a photo a day, as seen in Urahara1001's gallery [link] It's a pretty straightforward concept; however, the potential for inspiring art in any form could come from something as simple as, for example, the photo you took on day 37. Beginning photographers could also hone their skills this way and find the techniques and subject matter that suits them best. Good times all round

The second concept came from 13lue13lood80, who decided to scan the pages of her current sketchbook [link] What I like about this is the potential for feedback and demonstration of progression in your skills. Fellow deviants can provide constructive criticism and can physically see you improve. Regular posting will also, like the photos, give the person the incentive to practice more and hone their skills.

I am aware that these concepts sound quite simple and straightforward, even to the point where some people may just say, "well duh". However sometimes it's good to remember these simple things and be reminded that it can take something so simple to reignite your inspiration and motivation. It's so easy to let other things get in the way of your creative tendencies; I for one can vouch for that.

Maybe I should take my own advice

What do you guys think? What are your tips for inspiration and motivation?

Sketches and a new deviation are on its way, but I haven't got around to scanning them just yet. Right now I'm just trying to keep up with life on its own. We're also going through quite a hot spell so it's hard to do ANYTHING right now....it's meant to be 39C for the rest of the week

Time to go, I have a game to play very soon....I am quite the glutton for punishment

Take it easy, and try to keep comfortable in any weather conditions you're experiencing!

ADDED NOTE: How cool is it we can install journal skins without a premium membership at the moment? I know it's only temporary but it's still cool!




Killer Adelaide Artists..... Evil Bastard Productions [link] [link] Mistral [link] Taunt [link] ...go see Darklord's EP album art here as well