So, despite my best intentions and efforts to make it otherwise, it seems that announcing my plans to the world of posting a weekly poem has crushed my creativity under the weight of fear.
Seriously folks, the well has run dry.
Even when I tell myself that I can write a poem and just not post it, I still clam up—or self-edit so greatly that my original idea becomes a bland piece of junk.
This has weighed heavily on my mind.
I want to improve. I want feedback. But, I’m not sure if a blog is the answer.
So, the next question becomes, what to do with it?
Should I morph it into something else?
I have been thinking of expanding the purpose of my blog from dealing only (or mainly) with poetry, to dealing with anything I do of a creative nature.
I mean, I do mixed media art, maybe I should post pictures of my latest work?
I participate in ATC (Artist Trading Cards). Maybe I should show you what series I’m working on?
I’m trying to get my freelance career started. Maybe I should give updates, and track my progress?
I’m starting to write another book. Maybe I should talk about that, and post some stuff?
Or, maybe I should just hit “delete blog” and be done with it?
I don’t know. I’m still thinking on it.
I only know that every time I announce something on a blog, I seem to lose interest it or feel a deep sense of crapdom.
What do you think that says about me?
Hmm…
2 comments:
I have loved reading this blog, so My vote (if it counts) is that you expand it to everything you do of a creative nature. I'd love to see pictures of your mixed media.I've always wanted to be able to do...well, pretty much anything creative...I have a great respect for those who can.
I think it says that you're normal. It's terrifying posting something that you really care about and want people to give their honest opinion on.
I still think you should keep this a poetry blog, it's a good way to be accountable, but I like the idea of opening it up to other creative pursuits. At least you will be posting on something you're working on.
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