create more consistently Archives

In today’s podcast episode I’m talking about why I believe DOING is always superior to thinking and planning – when it comes to learning a new artistic skill or creating.

The Real Way to Learn

Like sports, music and many other endeavors – the only real way to learn in my opinion is to DO.

I had that experience with learning watercolor. Very early on I realized that I can spend hours watching videos and reading tutorials. But it was ME who had to learn how to control water and paint.

If I wanted to learn how to paint, I had to experience the challenges of mixing, applying the paint, failing with the timing and so on.

Writing My Story

The reason this topic came to mind was that I’m now experiencing this all over again with the story I’m writing. There’s no substitute to actually WRITING.

Then I can improve and fix mistakes. But I need to have something written first. You can’t really re-write what’s in your head only.

Planning & Learning Has It’s Place

I do believe it’s important to think, learn and plan. But I always believe they’re overestimated.

I had to do a lot of research for my story, its historical settings and so on. But every hour spent in research, in my opinion – should be backed up with 3 hours of creation, if possible.

At some point, you can fall into the trap of over-information and wanting to feel like you’ve accomplished something – by listening and watching videos.

So again – it’s all in the balance.

This is mine – find your own.

Now IS The Time

I think for many people – now’s the perfect time to create, with the Coronavirus crisis. So many people are stuck at home, being forced to take time off.

If that’s you – now’s the opportunity to write that novel you wanted, to work on that painting you had in mind, or to practice yoga (haha – whatever it is!!).

NOW’S THE TIME. Go and do (:

And this is it for this one.

I hope you found it helpful and thought-provoking.

Here’s where you can get in touch with me online:

TikTok – @Liron.Yan

YouTube – Liron Yanconsky Art

LinkedIn – Liron Yanconsky

Pinterest – Liron Yanconsky

Instagram – @LironYanIL

Twitter – @LironYan

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Subscribe: Android | RSS

Hi there, Liron here! In today’s episode we’ll talk about how to create art more consistently, and the mental “switches” you have to flip to get there.

If you want to read a more detailed version of the topic, be sure to check out my LinkedIn article here: How to Create Art More Consistently.

Here are the key points I talk about…

1. Ask Yourself Why

If you aren’t succeeding in sitting down to create consistently, ask yourself – why?

And while you’re at it – Why do you even want to do it in the first place?

A strong WHY matters when it comes to discipline, work ethics and creating consistently.

2. Create a Vision

This is the part where you start to learn and understand what motivates you, and what goal you want to strive towards. You want to have a written vision you can read every single day.

3. Read it EVERY DAY

That’s a very important part. You want to really internalize your vision and what you strive towards.

I’ve been doing this almost every single morning for the last 5 years, and it’s truly a game-changer.

Artist Corner – Tony Foster

Today we talked about Tony Foster, an English watercolor and oils painter.

What makes his work really unique in my opinion is it’s DIMENSIONS. He does HUGE paintings – plein-air!

It’s really something.

You can check it out here: Tony Foster

And here’s where you can find me…

Check out my YouTube Channel – Liron Yanconsky

Or ask me questions on Instagram – @LironYanIL or Snapchat – @LironYan3

I hope you enjoyed this one. Take care, and we’ll talk again really soon,

— Liron

Tag: create more consistently

DOING Is Better Than Thinking – Artistic Life Lessons | Liron’s Podcast Episode 112