“You have everything you need to create something great. Something compelling. Something human, You also have what you need – the constraints – to make enough excuses to keep you from your work for the rest of your life, or to get creative and make something amazing. Something authentic.”
via Enough.
This is a new lesson I am learning as I start new projects.
First, with Origin Story I wanted to create a series of interviews with people about why they chose the screen names they use. But I waited. I thought why would anyone want to talk to me about their internet handles?
Lots of people! There has only been one person who has declined the invitation to take part. Everyone else has obliged my curiosity and contributed their Origin Stories.
I’m always looking for more people, get in touch!
The next project took two tries to get going. March2March is my 365-day photo project.
I wanted to do a project but I didn’t want to start January 1st. So the idea of running it from March to March got into my head and stuck.
After a false start last year, I got it going this year and have made it through everyday so far.
My latest project I wanted to be more tactile. I am taking part in The 100 Day Project. The idea is to make something for 100 days. I am making small post-it creations. The link goes to my Instagram feed, which is basically all Post-Its for now until I move them to my site for safekeeping.
It’s sometimes a small drawing. Other times it’s a saying or through for the day. Everyday it’s different. I let the mood of the day inspire me and go where it takes me.
It’s been a fun, finite project. It’s important to have an end date on some projects. Whether it be seasons or a number of days, I can’t keep up with everything forever.
Everything has to end.
I do not regret starting any of these projects. I have enjoyed them all and it makes me feel good to have made them.
They aren’t the best anything. They aren’t going to change the world or anyone’s life. But they make me happy and I enjoy them.
That’s success in my eyes.