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Why Personal Projects Matter for Artists
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Why Personal Projects Matter for Artists

(Paint the tomatoes!)

As artists, we’re constantly creating for clients, commissions, or algorithms — but what about creating just for you? In this episode of Art After Dark, Kristi and I are diving into the importance of personal projects: the kind that spark joy, teach you something new, and remind you why you love making art.

✨ We talk about:

  • Our favorite past personal projects (and what we learned)

  • How personal projects differ from art challenges

  • Why “making art for yourself” isn’t selfish — it’s essential

  • How to find joy again when your art starts to feel like work

  • Making time for creative play even with a full-time job

💙 Whether you’re painting tomatoes, block printing on Sundays, or sketching just for fun — this episode will inspire you to follow your creative spark without guilt or pressure.

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