#The100DayProject - A few thoughts after the first week

Happy Wednesday! The first week of the #The100dayproject is in the bag and I have a few thoughts to share about this experience so far. To remind you, for my #The100DayProject I'm creating 100(!) small abstract oil/acrylic/mixed media paintings (some of my favorites may end up in my shop...)

1. It's SO much harder than I thought it would be.

2. I've spent an average of two hours a night trying to create these abstract paintings. This is the most consistently I've ever painted.

3. The first few days were really difficult for me. I wanted to quit on day three.

4. I feel that I like the process of creating something "abstract" better when I have a plan (does that even make any sense?)

5. I'm way too hard of myself and I'm my worst critic. I'm having a difficult time letting go of perfectionism and just letting a piece be what it wants to be.

6. It's been a week and I am finally relaxing and starting to have a little bit of fun.

(This is my most favorite abstract from this project so far!)

I'm going into this week with more of an open mind. We'll see how it goes! Check out my Instagram, where I post my #The100dayproject everyday. I'd love to see you there.

Are you participating in the #The100dayproject this year? How's it going for you? Do you need some motivation/encouragement? Let me know in the comment section below!

Have a great day!

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