What’s Blocking YOUR Creativity? - Draftsmen S3E34

[@Draftsmen]

What are some sources of creative blocks that you’ve experienced?

[@hardlyboiled]

Fear

[@PNHassett]

Bullies and narcissus

[@rosaegrene]

For me it's the lack of community, while applying for a film school/being a uni drop out. No irl teachers or fellow art students to receive feedback from/share the work/studies with ☕🦔 I think the lack of community seems to increase the temptation to procrastinate even more, especially the studying the most challenging topics in filmmaking. You become comfortable in your own zone, nobody questions your views or creations. Creating can become just finding for new ideas, never really seeing the ideas through. Thankfully, the past episodes you made on diy art school & failing (ooo the failing episode I return often) have been specially useful to keep up the motivation to learn, and to try again and again to fight the "blocks". ...Then again just too little sleep/bad diet are perhaps the daily ways to lose your creative state of mind, even if you were self-sufficient or in amazing school in the first place☕☕🦔 P.S ages ago when I commented to thank Stand and Marshall for these really informative, fun podcasts I forgot to acknowledge the entire Draftsmen team, the editors and camera crew and all, really nice work☕🦔 many happy hedgehogs to you from Finland!

[@atriiio4244]

video game addictions haiyaaaaa

[@Markerton]

God damn ego, it's impossible to have fun when you see your work in comparison to all badass artists.

[@larrymoore9986]

Many thanks to both of you for discussing my book. Great job!! So fun to watch you guys mixing play with business. Most of the insights in the book came from my 50 years in visual communication. I wrote the book that I wished I had in college, none of this was presented to me in my schooling, just acquired through experience. The mind map or thought molecule, in the beginning, was how I started considering how to set up the book and how everything connected. I still have the original on a dry erase board. I never had kids though I do have a 13-year-old in my life through my girlfriend so I finally have someone who is on my intellectual level. I did have parents (Dad was the critical thinker, Mom was the creative thinker) who encouraged me through example and experience. The tech the brain snatcher thing is more directed at apps, not tech itself. I have an iPad and paint programs. And I also used an airbrush for about the first 25 years of my mixed bag career.

[@demionriddick4809]

@draftsmen Interview Mr. Moore and have him speak on his work and next time DO NOT review a book if you haven't read the whole thing. By reading the whole whole book you can ask better questions and give better insights. Find a way to Keep the podcast going it's extremely useful and I'm sure you can find more things to discuss. I appreciate all the info you all put out there thanks

[@larrymoore9986]

Almost forgot about the proximity to water as an influence. Money tends to follow water and by extension a diversity in demographics, more different kinds of people = broader range of ideas and thought, also a larger tourism industry (which tends to follow water) means more galleries and arts programs. Other natural draws can do the same. Not to mention that if you grow up around water, more often than not you are going to spend a lot more time in and around it which means a greater awareness of nature and the environment. These things aren't always true, there are plenty of land-locked metropolis environments, but are often true.

[@nialucky8773]

I hope this podcast keep going on, even if you can make it once a month, it's ok. This podcast has comforted me through hard time. So I want to say thank you to Stan & Marshall for sparing their time to make this happen.

[@lightbornadventures]

Yes please come back!

[@PB-vg7ww]

I accidentally discovered the solution to the sped up demos last week when I decided to give the time-lapse function on my phone a try. It was right after I purchased a phone holder that attaches to my easel, that I made a set up where the phone is 1ft away from the paper to film the full A5 portrait that I was going to sketch and paint in watercolour. This made it very awkward to work on as I wasn't used to having a huge phone right in the way of my view of the artwork and I struggled a lot. At the end of the sketch and the underpainting, I took a look at my phone to review the time-lapse that was filmed as I thought it would look really awkward. However, I was very surprised at how smooth the process looked despite the struggle I went through. It made me realise that all these "professional" looking sped up videos gave the false impression of "effortlessness" when it comes to an artist's process and that there's way more going on behind the scenes than you would've imagined. So if anyone is curious, they should give this a go.

[@arthurhenriquecm]

It's insane how most of the episodes came out right when I needed them! I'm struggling a lot with art for the past few months and this episode opened my mind for good, can't wait for the solutions!

[@cosmodious1755]

That Mack Weldon ad copy is hilarious. "Clothes that keep you warm with your own body heat!" Yes...like how all clothes work.

[@lightbornadventures]

Please make Season 4! We miss you guys! This show has been the highlight of many days.

[@JennfamousartBlogspot]

My biggest block right now is stress from an unplanned move with limited options for where and limited resources that don’t match the availability in the area. By the new year I hope it will all be solved one way or another. Looking forward for this episode to get help!

[@zambiasi6017]

I am just always sitting there with this big grin when you guys introduce youself. I love it❤

[@Panischa]

The latest episodes since you announced that you will end the podcast felt completely unhinged and I am living for it XD You guys are so fun to listen to whilst working, thank you so much for these videos! :D

[@AscendantStoic]

My main problem with creativity and any long term project is that I lose steam I if don't finish the thing I set out to do in a couple of days and it completely loses its initial luster that motivated me to begin working on it, then begins the phase of self-doubt and wondering aimlessly (or wandering, still works), am I just a quitter or was that thing not that interesting to begin with and I only noticed now, either way it's a very annoying block that keeps getting in my way of completing any long term art project, a drawing or two I can manage, but anything that requires long term planning ends up getting abandoned in early stage if it's going to take a couple of weeks/months to complete (like a comic or an art project involving multiple drawings with a common theme)

[@karakurie]

I had a problem (its still difficult for me to spend more than a day on an illustration, but I'm working on it). For me I realized the block came from fear or not feeling like what I was doing was anywhere near my expectations. So when I feel the spark fade I check what in my comic or illustration made me feel that way, figure out the problem, then find resources to help me find a solution or jog my mind for a solution. Rinsr and repeat. For example, I got to a school for manga andI showed my teacher my manga and he said it was dull and no publisher would accept it like this. It hurt me a lot so I went back to the manga I loved and figured out why I loved it. Came back to my manga and fixed it and showed my teacher and he said he really enjoyed it although its still messy. I am still aware of the problems and what I can research (I made a list of stuff I didn't like and how to fix it). Go into the project knowing it will suck and you can fix it later with the only goal being to finish and you can finish it.

[@AscendantStoic]

@@karakurie Thanks for the advice, really appreciate it.

[@hgzmatt]

I don't think there is a magical solution to this. I've fallen into the same trap. I still finish long winded projects sometimes but it can take ages. You need someone who holds you accountable or some kind of structure. Group projects are great, even if people are a pain. But if it's only you and abandoning it has no ill effects, you are almost guaranteed to stop. Unless.. this long project consists of lots of interesting small projects which keep you interested. Unfortunately with the way the world works.. it has to be hard to pay.

[@AscendantStoic]

@@hgzmatt Agreed, but it's quite a curse when you have this issue and you prefer to work alone (and don't have time to take art courses in a university or something because of your day job)

[@hgzmatt]

@@AscendantStoic I get it.. the kind of art I like to do personally is not the one I get paid to do. So I run into the same issues. At the moment my goal is just to do something as often as possible. That way I'll still make progress. I wish there was a better way. Some people go on Discord with like minded people and work that way to get a bit of that accountability. Or you build a routine where it doesn't count how much you progress, but that you sit down at all and start. And usually it will take off from there. But none of it is fool proof.

[@americo9999]

it is always a joy to listen to this podcasts , very insightful knowledge

[@LALA-nk8pm]

I'm not even 10 mins in and as always, I'm cracking up! I'm so going to miss this podcast and the two of you.

[@Eccentric_Villain]

The part where you can clear out a college classroom by playing a children’s album, that part got me. I can very much relate, 12 years ago I was ashamed and embarrassed to obsess about cartoons aimed at 7-12 year olds (even though my kids were that age, haha). It’s taken me 7 years to work through that block and my art has improved 10 fold, from just drawing things I love in what little free time I can get as a single Mom.

[@ellahopkinson]

My main block at the moment and for the past few years is my heath, I haven't been well enough to go to uni or work and I have all these ideas and inspiration but no energy to do it :/ luckily these podcasts keep me feeling slightly productive 🙂

[@KitKatWiffleBallBat]

I had this problem. Just yell yourself to do a solid 5 mins of work, then if you feel up to it, go and do more. The best way is to not time yourself and get lost in the work. You're better than this!

[@Atsuhiko]

@@KitKatWiffleBallBat This is actually very good advice, thank you!

[@flejj5148]

yea same here with the no energy 😣✌️

[@ArningEchanoPH]

Please make Marshall's book report podcast happen!

[@SpiritMari]

Yes for the book club podcast with Marshall please!

[@CooperTony13]

Hello guys! I love your podcast! It's informative, entertaining and brings a good mood) Thank you!

[@firrycel]

Draftsmen is great also you got ideas to continue this amazing show so dont stop i would love to see seasons of book reviews or whatever you think of

[@RukileinchenChan]

Thank you for this nice episode!

[@KoongYe]

Can't wait for the next episode now

[@christophedevos3760]

Indeed, the technology gives us to many possibilities, one has to set limitations, great works of art has been created by having predefined hurdles, being it the pentametrical verses of a Shakespeare poem or the sonata form of a Mozart symphony, 'in der Beschränkung zeigt sich erst der Meister'. Thanks for the upload.

[@MultiMetalsnake]

Stan and Christian went full Fight Club in this episode. "I want you to hit me as hard as you can''

[@lainasketches6711]

This might be my favorite episode wow

[@KitKatWiffleBallBat]

I have to go to bed, cause work has been madness lately, but I am listening to this later for sure. Thanks for another upload! 😍🤗😎 (I'm going to miss these once I've mined all the info out of them. Instill take notes for books and nuggets of Marshall wisdom! No joke! It's the best stuff.) Oh! Can we get one more Marshall song, please?! A last one before the podcast ends. It would be a true treasure to hear and hold!

[@artKarolina]

I got a new art studio, and it's surprising how paralyzing that became instead of motivating. Suddenly I can everything I ever wanted... but where to start, what's a good enough idea, am I making enough, ect. ect.

[@Aries61]

You guys were speaking about recording artists being less creative at home. Great example is in the movie “Muscle Shoals” where a variety of artists make great music in a remote town in Alabama. I think it’s free here on KZbin. 🙏✌️🇺🇸

[@da_bone07]

@Marshall: Burnout What you were experiencing with your terrible burnout, with a super sleepless workweek, has really started to affect me recently. I am currently doing freelance contract work with very time sensitive work that requires me to use an incredible amount of energy. Last month there were three weeks where I couldn't use a writing a utensil, pencil, or do anything visually creative. It was terrible. I am financially stressed for being out of work for that amount of time. On top of that emotionally drained and without a strong network of people to fall back on or see my decline. It's very stressful. But in the end, we are here and I am working hard again because I can be homeless and without or I can continue to suffer, make adjustments and build bridges to where I want to be. I may not have my creativity back just yet, but at least I am practicing my skills and getting work done. But things are going to have to change in order for me to be healthy creatively, financially, and emotionally. Thank you both for sharing and providing commentary on the life of creatives.

[@cmralph...]

I needed this video so, so very much. Thanks.

[@Rodutchi]

24:25 I choked on my spit lmfao, that was pure comedy XDDD

[@TheArtofKAS]

"Allow yourself to be afraid and continue..." So that's what that is. ..

[@kinematics4999]

Great Episode, The Book by David Edwards still available in ebay ... Thanks

[@ellahopkinson]

I would definitely listen to marshal's book club podcast 👌

[@liz6245]

Why did Christian and Charlie were the same person in my brain and seeing them togheter blew my mind This final season is uncovering so many misteries

[@madametj]

I love abstract art, but I don't do abstracts very often because I know that most people (specifically my family and friends) don't "get" it or appreciate it. That the whole "My 5 year old could make this" comment really grates my nerves. It's true about fear and embarrassment being a big blocker!

[@vickysiz-sf3nj]

Keep on moving you are on a path! I would like to say I'm the opposite when I started drawing I only draw abstract . It's whatever came to my mind. I had to stop this completely for a year and learn fundamental. Now I'm in my 4 years of drawing . Sometimes I mixed them both . If I want to get more of my performance I only draw abstract idea. Abstract drawing is so good you can express mor. Keep it up!

[@DanielBerberich]

Marshall's microphone is covering the face of that drawing and it is driving me absolutely nuts.

[@amanofnoreputation2164]

Right now, my block is a mixture of disappointment, listlessness, and a lack of faith. I can't put my energy into anything because it feels like I'm going to suffer betrayal again. I want to get out of this hole, but the abuse just keeps coming; "doesn't rain unless it pours" and all that.

[@danielwilliams7161]

I struggle with the same thing. I think it happens when you know a drawing is off but you don't know why or maybe you do but you're just so used to bad drawings that you think you can't do better. I think the key is to develop an objective critical eye and then learn to apply it to your own work. Look up artists who do draw-overs and critiques and see what kinds of mistakes they notice. Then try it for yourself. Find some mediocre art by other people and make a list of all the mistakes they made and how you would fix them. Then apply those observations to your own art. You'll still have that pain of knowing that it doesn't look good, but at least you'll know why now and you'll be able to fix it. Don't worry about getting the drawing right on your first try. That'll happen the more mindful you become of the mistakes you tend to make and you can avoid them. Iterate until you're satisfied. Learn to laugh at your mistakes rather than beating yourself up over them. Don't let perfection hold your happiness hostage. Take pride in progress but don't become arrogant enough to think you don't need to critique your own work. If you do, the process starts all over again. I hope that helps. Good luck!

[@dashfox1]

I'd watch a Marshal book review podcast!

[@MaTTheWish]

Just listened to the Tubes, white punks on Dope. How have I never heard of this band?!

[@tchakhtchoukha]

I never finish any of my projects, I'm so excited when coming up with new ideas that I feel bored as soon as I start working on the final version. I'm a compulsive sketcher😕, I wish I could get some tips on how to finish what I start.

[@roboticpegasus3303]

that song was exceptional

[@MrYulienskate]

I think ego could breed fear on you, you can think you're very good at something and that in turn makes failing sort of thougher fall, so when you aim at something considering you'll quite probably "fail" you're kind of defying ego about how good you are at things.

[@nintendops]

“If you wanna be creative go into debt”- Stan Lee

[@firrycel]

bye daddy and marhall leaving disapointed =)) education and comedy = gold

[@necipdemirbuga7024]

Could you make a video about the paintings in your room, or atlest tell whos painting the one behind marshalls head is(the orange fiery one) ?

[@theunraveler]

Fear is the mind-killer. Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration. I will face my fear. I will permit it to pass over me and through me. And when it has gone past I will turn the inner eye to see its path. Where the fear has gone there will be nothing. Only I will remain.

[@Funtaman]

Hey guys. I got a question. Are stopping this video podcast or have you changed your minds?... cheers

[@janwadysawkrok-wadysaw4587]

26:10 so when's your UFC debut fight, Stan?

[@vishtem33]

on technology: you either build up with basic tools, or cut back the results of sophisticated tools. Photo manipulation would be one example of technology front-loading information that you are then obliged to remove to arrive at a good art work. Most photo manipulations fail at this imo, because it is too tempting to simply sign off on something if it seems sophisticated, even though it fails at being creatively integrated. Personally I also believe that you will be more or less unable to cut down information successfully without the 'other side' of skills (how to do something like this via 'building up')

[@lightlawliet3526]

myself. nothing can compete with self sabotage.

[@FJRamosArt]

At the moment it would have to be time. Although it’s not a real excuse, interruptions and other priorities such as finance and parenting can halt creativity.

[@majeddraws5104]

hahaha... this episode is VERY chaotic!!! :)

[@sindarpeacheyeisacommie8688]

Is there any candy in the sketchy van? Asking for a friend.

[@hgzmatt]

I swear.. one day Marshall is going to strangle Stan. Painful to watch sometimes.

[@fatcapydraws]

You have voiced my one gripe with this podcast.

[@PuppetMaster8707]

My main block is life is got me down but I'm trying to pick myself back up and dust myself off and continue down the road

[@AYC1988xx]

Its hard to watch how Stan is making fun of Marshall the whole time. Sending microagressions over and over. Its kinda disgusting and Stan should be ashamed. You know what i am talking about. This Side of Stan makes him look pretty incompetent. Feel sorry for Marshall every time :(

[@patraspante]

I agree with most of what you said. It’s been happening for a long time. Not very nice.

[@Orozus]

They both seem soo ready for holidays

[@lunab541]

of all the things I was expecting to see on this podcast, on-camera battery wasn't one of them lol. We lost a lot of fun with the crew because of covid, that's for sure

[@omegaredtooth5104]

13:20 Doug!

[@prazerjoao]

It's weird that 2 men are confortable to hit one each other as a way of communication, but they probably would never try to dance to each other instead.

[@renzo6490]

The Edwards book,,, a short paperback, costs about $75.00

[@Lioguitarist1965]

The main reasont that is blocking creativity is because you know you are not making a REAL LIVING even if you are gifted PERIOD

[@rayibarrola6156]

maybe it's just me but are they high?

[@hgzmatt]

The division of labour thing.. I'm not sure that's a good thing for creativity. There was a time where it might have made sense to split it up into different roles.. but nowadays? I think it has gone too far. Everything has become extremely complex, so that it always requires large teams. Personally I strive when I have a variety of things to do. I really hate the assembly line kind of thinking where you have one task and you just keep on doing it. Creativity comes out when you can explore different topics. Maybe from a production standpoint there is a time to be creative and a time to produce.. but that's another story.

[@greenpandadraws8817]

Christian is the ultimate boy-soul lmao

[@Angels-3xist]

Depression

[@XtianApi]

Mack weldon. I like their stuff but their marketing y "a sweater that uses your OWN body gear heat!" don't all sweaters do that?

[@florencepage15]

Hang on, let me go and find my silly hat.

[@renzo6490]

Starts at 1 min 40 sec

[@LikeMothsToAFlame]

The Secret is nonsense honestly. Better to be Stoic about your art, not rely on self-help myth that causes more suffering than actual help. I will say the lessons of books like Richard Wiseman's 'Luck Factor' or Danny Wallace's 'Yes Man', which will probably help you spot opportunities, either for artistic development or comission. If you really feel you need help, Derren Brown's 'Happy' will do the job far better.

[@YoshiMario69]

I showed this to someone and they said they would rather see Stan hurting Marshall LOLOL wtf

[@nononouh]

42

[@robertcotterman2234]

$45 for Larry's book - really? Guess I need to be creative to find a way to pay for it. LOL

[@s_otak]

Stan, u shouldn't have punched Khristian. Now it feels awkward.

[@sakerberg4512]

:D!!

[@redliv]

What a mess!