New year, new beginnings...

I've often started the year with resolutions, like everyone else. And like everyone else, they usually get thrown out the window by March. Last year was different. I didn't make a list of resolutions. I made a checklist of things I'd like to do. 2015 was a year of focusing for me, honing in on the things I want, getting rid of negative things in my life and taking my dream off the back burner. Even though it hasn't quite taken off as I'd hoped, at least it's not something completely out of reach anymore. Using this as a tool, I actually checked off more things from my list in 2015 than I ever have in my entire life.

2016 will be the year to start fresh. I hate it when people feel stuck, or they settle for less than what they want. It's never too late for a second chance. I just got a new job, that even though it's being a little rough on my finances, is letting me see a little more of myself than I had before. Using my creative outlets a little more and just learning more about what consumers want. Learning to listen, not just hear. Everyday is a learning experience.

Being an artist isn't always the easiest thing. The need to express yourself but fearing people's judgements is a constant anxiety in my life. I'm a nervous wreck, probably more than you'll ever know if you meet me. I feel like as an artist my job isn't just to take pretty pictures, it's to tell a story but then my job as an entrepreneur is to sell those pictures, right? That's the hard part for me. Sooooo this year, I'll focus on learning the art of my business. (And doing this more often, because apparently that's a thing.)

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