The third module of the
art and business of surface pattern design has come to an end. The three modules have flown by and I still have much to digest. It has been a fantastic inspiration and a real motivating force. It has made me realise a few things
- I'm not too bad at this designing stuff. Infact I'm very pleased with what I've been creating
- I'm happiest and most productive when I use my imagination
- I'm looking at the world with more interest
- There is real purpose and value in so called decorative arts- something I think I have always questioned before.
- I should trust my instincts more
This, and all the practical knowledge I have gained from the course have made me look at life anew. So I've been a bit quiet recently. There has been a lot going on and a lot to think about. And I'm a slow thinker. The conclusion I've come to is that it is time to take a risk and get stuck in. I'm going to make surface pattern design and illustration a full time concern. So a big thanks to Rachael, Beth, and my fellow students for their support and guidance.
Yesterday I gave my notice in a job I have been doing full time for the past 8 years. It's a little bit scary to let go, but mainly very exciting to be free to pursue a new career. And guess what? It has already started to clear my creative block. Here's some sketching from today to get me into the swing of things.
Esther, that'brilliant and very exciting! There is a great future in front of you. And I still want to do that coffee (or tea...) but life has been a bit hectic... x
ReplyDeleteWOOOO! CONGRATS on quitting your job Esther!!! You're so talented, you're gonna be great!
ReplyDeleteSuch an exciting step forward Esther! Already loving the new stuff, I have that tape with the funny faces too!
ReplyDeleteWow Esther, how exciting!!! Your work is so fresh and quirky, you will do so well! And you have inspired me (seriously thinking of quitting my part-time job!!) x
ReplyDeleteYou are not going to regret this!Congrats on taking the big leap!
ReplyDeleteWow Esther!!! I am pleased for you and I think you'll be a great success. It is not easy to do what you have done but if you follow your instincts I'm sure it will come out good. Good Luck xx
ReplyDeleteP.S.I've been quiet lately too... I've been doing a lot of thinking? I hope I will have the courage to make an announcment soon :)
Well done Esther! You're work is lovely. I took the first course and went part-time in my job. I'm not quite ready to quit completely yet but I'm so much happier and have started to create and sell products. Good luck x
ReplyDeleteA wise move Esther! I'm sure you'll reach great heights with your talent and I also look forward to see more gorgeous works from you! Good luck :)
ReplyDeletewow Esther, you are an inspiration :)
ReplyDeleteEsther- You're work is so great, congrats on the decision! It's such a big one! The ABSPD class has REALLY changed my perspective as well, in ways I couldn't have imagined when I signed up. When I read your checklist, in my mind I was echoing "yep, yep, yep and yep."
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see what you do, and where this new course in life takes you!
Congratulations Esther! Your work is unique and beautiful-- you can do it!
ReplyDeletewow— big congrats, Ester. I'm one of your fellow classmates/graduates. similar story: quit my job last october and so very glad i did! best of luck to you! love your work.
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