Developing confidence as it applies to being an artist and human being is a challenge.

• We’ve all felt dismissed or discounted when we’ve interacted with other people, whether in a critic group, talking to friends who mean well, or in a family setting.

• Feeling confident is something we can claim if we will only give ourselves the chance.

• It’s a good thing to be in community with others who share our values, as then we have a tribe around us that celebrates and empathizes with us! As we do with them.

Artistic confidence is about being able to evaluate what you are making, but more importantly, is about determining what your preferences are: that is, what do YOU like and what do you wish to accomplish? The right path is your path.

There are tools that can help in this discernment. My Critique Guide and Checklist are just such tools. You can use them alone or with any group you might be part of, with my support and encouragement!