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Carolyn,
At times I have felt as you described, not feeling like painting and uninspired.
This often works for me to get back into the groove. I start thumbing through past issues of art magazines, illustrator annuals and reproductions of the great masters from the past. Reading the articles and looking at the work of others usually inspires me and gets me back on track. Watching another artist demonstrate their style on a video tape, is also a good way to get in the mood.
When I look at the work of certain artists who have acheived a much greater handling of the craft than I. Such as illustrator Michael Deas, I look at his work and think Wow, what fantastic work he produces, I would like to be able to paint that well someday. This only makes me want to work harder and get moving forward.
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