This blog is in regards to seroius artists that try to get in to everything with their work and meet deadlines , but end up with three or four half finished works and the deadline has past.  Thats what I'm doing at this moment.  I am in the process of doing three works and all three are half done. Then, like cramming for a test, I paint long periods of time to try and finish.  I normally try and do one at a time, I feel that I put the quality in if I  only pay attention to one than three or more.  Don't get me wrong, I won't do a half _____ed painting and put it out for people to see (If it isn't up to par, I'll destroy it rather than exhibit it) I just wonder if any other artists do this and feel overwelmed.  I eventually get them done and get back to a normal  painting schedule.  Is there anyone else that does this too?

            &nb sp;       James Walker Henry    

MEMBERS COMMENTS VIEWING 1 - 3 OUT OF 3 COMMENTS From: flstormz 05/17/2008 22:41:03 I've never done more than one piece at a time. I always want to finish what I've started and dedicate all my energy to one painting until it's completed and signed (I have a hard time telling myself "it's done - stop now"). But lately I've been wondering what would happen if I did work on a few at a time....would they fuel the creative juices and feed off one another, or would I become frustrated not being able to focus and complete anything???? From: Richard010303 05/11/2008 17:18:05 I try to be in the other end of the equation, where I have painted stuff and then try to find shows for it.  But now that you bring this up, right at this moment, I am looking at a prospectus and wondering if I already have anything that will work, or if I have to paint something new, and if so, what. and do I have time.  Part of me hates to paint anything for a specific show, especially a themed show. I do not know why, but it feels like I have compromised myself.  I do not think this is a rational response, but it is a true feeling.   I prefer to paint what I want and find a show that fits it.  From: AdamParsons 05/11/2008 16:43:59 So are you saying that being a 'serious artist' is a blessing AND a curse James?