Which metrics should we be relying to understand whether the quality of our work is ‘good enough’?
Author: Matt Shanks
The gaze
Defining one’s art style goes beyond materials. It lies at something deeper, perhaps something akin to a default way of looking.
How much is art?
What’s art worth? How much and to whom? Do the models for consumer goods map to a painting or sculpture? Or is art worth something different?
Personal exploration before publishing
In a world driven by ‘who’s it for’ thinking, maybe, sometimes, what matters most with art is that the ‘who’ is ‘you’?
Fewer decisions
Art is overwhelming enough, but we can make it easier on ourselves (and have a holiday at the same time) by imposing constraints.
Running out of room
How much space does one need to do their best work? And, is it about the space? Or is it about the mindset and routine?
Procrastination or Productivity
Sometimes it’s difficult to tell the difference between procrastination and productivity, but being clear on our why makes it easier.
Important work
With only so many hours in a lifetime, how on Earth does one prioritise where to spend that time in art?
The socially adjusted artist
What does it mean to be a ‘tortured artist’ and is there another way?
Protecting ideas
Is it better to protect and remunerate one’s ideas as happens in copyright, or is it better to open-source them?