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    How to overcome the fear of starting from scratch in an artistic discipline
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    How to overcome the fear of starting from scratch in an artistic discipline

    Discover how to transform the fear of starting from scratch in an artistic discipline into an opportunity for growth and creativity.. Starting from scratch in an artistic discipline can generate fear, insecurity and doubts. It is normal to feel blockage when we leave behind what we know, but the important thing is to understand that every start brings with it the possibility to grow. In this article you will find practical keys and motivation to face new beginnings in art, seeing the process not as a setback, but as an opportunity for discovery and creative evolution. The burden of "starting from scratch". Fear often arises from attachment to what we have already mastered. When facing a new discipline, we are overcome by the feeling of losing ground we have gained. Added to this are: Comparison with others: looking at the work of those who have already mastered the technique can generate impostor syndrome.. - The pressure of immediate results: we want to progress quickly, without giving room for error or natural learning. - Recognizing these emotions is the first step to transform them into a creative engine. Reformulate the idea of "beginner". Being a beginner does not mean being less capable; on the contrary, it brings with it unique advantages: Curiosity and freshness: the gaze of one who explores for the first time opens paths that experts sometimes do not see. Free exploration: without ties to rigid rules, one experiments more. Many artists have changed disciplines and built brilliant careers from scratch. These examples are proof that starting over is, in fact, an opportunity. Strategies for overcoming fear. To transform fear into action, it is helpful to rely on small routines: Set achievable goals: break down learning into concrete, realistic steps. Turn practice into habit: create a constant space, without pressure for perfection. Accept mistakes: every mistake is a learning resource, not a failure. Seek inspiration: surround yourself with artistic references and communities that drive motivation.

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Carol Grilo

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Florianópolis, Brazil

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Carol Grilo

I'm FofysFactory brand owner since 2005.
I love embroidering and create fabric stuff.
I'm embroidery teacher too.

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  • Bluework: Combine Embroidery and Cyanotype. Craft course by Bugambilo

    Bluework: Combine Embroidery and Cyanotype

    A course by Bugambilo

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  • Raised embroidery using the knot lace technique. Craft course by Adriana Torres

    Raised embroidery using the knot lace technique

    A course by Adriana Torres

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  • Meu projeto do curso: Técnicas de bordado experimental sobre papel. Fine Arts, Collage, Embroider, and Textile Design project by Carol Grilo - 07.11.2022
  • Meu projeto do curso: Técnicas avançadas de bordado: pontos e composições com volume. Arts, Crafts, Embroider, Sewing, and Costume Design project by Carol Grilo - 04.25.2020

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  • UFSC - Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina

    UFSC - Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina

    Florianópolis, Brazil

    1997 - 2003


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