I supposed technically afternoon since it is 3pm here, but I stayed at a friend's house that works night shifts so we didn't go to bed until 7am. I am actually sneaking on her computer since she is still sleeping and I'm bored, haha. I hope she wakes up soon though because I'm hungry
Anyway, This is more of an update to stay active and talk about life. Ah, life, you cruel, beautiful creature. I always wonder at what point I will actually not have anything bad to dwell on in my life, but alas, that is not the point today. I have been an awfully busy bee the past few weeks because I have been indulging my social life. Skirtz was in town this past week before heading out for a convention (wish I was going with them, darn you money!) so I hung out with her for a bit and also with my crew (the group of guys that are like my family) to get food and see movies and things in between working on commissions and work. Now, don't get me wrong I LOVE that I have such amazing friends and I love spending time with them, but, dear goodness, there is just not enough time in the day to get everything done!
With my full time job, working on commissions, trying to get some marketing/shop things up and running for my cosplay/art, plus trying to find time to hang out with my friends, all on top of the fact that I am too poor to do much with them and can't afford to be out on my own is really stressful. Some parts are stressful in a good way, but I get overwhelmed easily and anxious and scared. So, I sat down and did some long hard thinking (mostly while watching Star Trek: TOS) on where my time needs to be focused. Obviously work is important because I still want to pay my bills, but I don't want to be stuck at this job forever. I don't make very much and it isn't something I enjoy enough to spend the rest of my life doing it. With that being said, focusing on promoting my commissions and selling things in my shop, those are important for me to be more vigilant with. That leaves my social life. My dear wonderful friends that are my support system. I would have given up a long time ago (around the time I was in Digipen) if it weren't for them. Sadly, I think it is my real life interactions that will take the biggest toll for awhile. Thank god for the internet, right? I need to take a break from spending money to go out and eat, see movies, shop, do anything that requires money. Although I don't spend a lot each time I go out (mostly just on food) it all adds up! At least I can still chat with people online and Skype (when it will work, haha)
I have a few little summer trips planned. Silverwood Theme Park for my birthday in June, yay! Then PAX at the end of the summer, but I need to cut down on the every day hang out stuff. I know I sound like I'm about to shut myself away, but it is only because I need to focus. To spend some time with myself and my craft and find that motivation I once had to move forward with my life instead of waiting for good things to happen to me.
So, here is to more updates, new things (both art and costumes) and getting to the point where commissions are coming in at a consistent rate! I would love to be able to support myself doing what I love someday! I love each and every single one of you that have watched me, favorited something, commented with such kind words, and sent me nice messages! Knowing that there are some people that look forward to seeing my work and encouraging me to do more is one of the most amazing feelings! Thank you everyone and sorry for the novel, haha!
ON ANOTHER NOTE! I am going to be putting up some of the artwork in my gallery as prints through DA until I get something else in line! Please check it out and if there is anything you would like to see as a print just let me know!