2010

2010 was a long, difficult year of great change for me. I let go of things and people that were poisonous to my sanity and growth and even though I'm much better off, it was one of the hardest things I've ever had to do. I'm fortunate that it didn't blow up in my face - it actually opened up my life to wonderful people, more motivation and a bit of hope for the upcoming year.

While I put more effort into my artistic endeavors this year, I intend on going full steam in 2011 - more drawing, more education, more projects, more pretty things for you to love and use. I hope that you'll stick around and let me know what you think!

10 Observations, 2010

1. Always trust your instincts. If you're hesitating on something that seems to be all right, there's probably a reason for it.

2. People are both very different and very similar. No matter what your scene is, what you're into and where you come from, most people feel as awkward as you do and are looking for the same thing.

3. Asking questions doesn't make you look stupid. Pretending you know what you're doing and then messing it up, however, does.

4. The things you think are making your life miserable are things to learn from, not things to destroy you.

5. Going outside of your comfort zone is a really important thing to do every now and then. Whether it works out or doesn't, you took the first scary step and that's personal progress.

6. Even if it means getting two hours of sleep, resolve issues & arguments before going to bed.

7. Friendship - even the low-maintenence type - is something that requires work and effort from both sides. And it's totally worth it if you've chosen your friends well. Make it a point to see your most cherished friends at least once a month. You have the time, I promise.

8. When you're having an absolute CRAP day, smile and be nice to someone. It's amazing how often it fixes the blues.

9. Making excuses is fine as long as you realize that they are excuses and not reasons.

10. And finally... this is something I had to learn the hard way at a very young age but has been specifically good to remember this year. It's important not to take things personally. When other people treat you badly, make snide comments, criticize you, and all those other fun things - know that it very rarely has anything to do with you. Everyone has their own problems, their own doubts, their own issues. I think it's part of human nature to take it out on the people around us and while that doesn't give everyone the excuse to be a raging asshole, it's something to consider before beating yourself up about it.



I have a few big goals for 2011, both personally and professionally.
I don't want to be that person that talks a lot and does nothing so I'm not going to get into it now but hopefully come February I'll have something major to share with you.
I'll resume normal features and whatnot in January and really look forward to showing you new work, making new acquaintances and maybe doing some collaborating.
In any event, I hope that you ring in the New Year in a happy place, surrounded by good people. Cheers.

current sounds: Gogol Bordello - Avenue B
current beverage: water