Just this week I applied to three opportunities. Within two days one already got back to me: my art wasn’t selected for the show.
I was a bit surprised because I thought my work was a really strong fit. At the same point in time I shrugged my shoulders and went on with my day.
It’s probably the first time in A LONG time that I’m not completely heartbroken about a no.
I think my new commitment to always be applying to things is one part of it, and something I now write about at the beginning of each month only for subscribers (it’s not on the blog).
I also believe the conversation here (and this week it’s a short one) speaks to a truth I’m beginning to fully understand and embrace.
Whether your rejection shows up in the form of negative feedback or a refused exhibition, today’s message is important. Watch here:
Your art matters.
Until next week,
Carrie
I have never submitted any of my art to get rejection, I just plain never had the courage to submit drawings except photographs which I did have to pay for to be in a coffee table photobook. As far as my sketches, drawings, and painting, I never thought I was good enough and deep in my mind I still have that “But” I was once told I had to let go of that. Also people that see the work say I am so talented and so it is as far as that goes, and no one buys or comes back just my family. I am alway ready for the next level in my art getting out there, I just need confidence to do so.
Hi Sandy, I don’t believe rejection is only about applying to things, it can be our fear to have it happen, or the rejection we feel when we share our work and people don’t react. Rejection has many faces and that is why I feel it’s so important to discuss. It’s so important for creatives to realize this is just part of the journey rather than some kind of evidence we should stop trying, and stop putting ourselves out there. <3