Sometimes I Feel Like a Mad Hatter

Is this you?

You go through the day, every day, doing what you’re supposed to do. Work, taking care of your kids, calling the dentist. You make dinner, do the dishes, catch a little TV or read a good book. Maybe write a blog or a haiku or record your thoughts in a journal. Normal stuff.

Then your creative creative muse stops by. 

And you better be taking notes.

Out of the blue your inspirational little sprite drops in and has all these great ideas for you to carry out. Most of the time it’s artistic stuff (depending on your craft), but it could just as well be places to go on vacation, a new recipe she wants you to try, or new varieties of houseplants you should be looking at.

Heaven forbid you are busy. She won’t wait.

Yesterday I forced myself to sit down and finish up researching a couple of artists I had on my list. I love discovering unique art — I love bringing this art to you. So it wasn’t a burden in the least.

So that evening, when I was finished, getting ready to close up shop and watch a movie, here she comes with an artist here and and an idea there. 

I get my inspiration from everywhere — people I follow on Twitter, a popup on Facebook, a recommendation from a friend. Sometimes I even Google specific topics like Famous Spanish Painters or Hammered Copper Artists.

I learn, you learn.

Well, last night she wouldn’t stop. I found leads on another glass artist, an architect, and someone who is a freelance artist, apparel designer, and comics creator.

I’m shaking with exhaustion — and excitement.

So tell your friends, tell your neighbors, tell your co-workers. Anyone looking for unique, beautiful, unusual art?

Stick around.

My muse will be right back….