How Even a Terrible Beginner Can Become a Successful Artist

It's meaningless to judge an artist's ability based on their initial work.

Instead, one should accept their own shortcomings and focus on restoring their creativity.

Mistakes are essential, and stumbling is natural. Don't try to move too fast; take it slow.

To grow into a true artist, it is important to acknowledge that you are a beginner and start from a state of imperfection.

This is similar to a baby learning to walk.

Focus on the process of development rather than perfection. Creative recovery is about healing past wounds and exploring new ideas.

Through this process, we can acknowledge our limitations and grow internally.

It is important to not be afraid of mistakes and stumbles and to continue your creative journey with consistent effort.

No, even if you are afraid, it is important to keep trying.

This is the core of the process of becoming an artist, and ultimately, it is the path to our success as true artists.

Mistakes are inevitable and stumbling is normal.

-Julia Cameron

As Julia Cameron, the author of <The Artist's Way>, says, what we should demand of ourselves is not perfection but moving forward.

There's no need to go too far, too fast. Instead of getting good quickly, we should grow with steady and unwavering steps.

Even a terrible beginner like this can become a successful artist.