The Art Biz Practicing Steady Confidence as an Artist (253)
Jan 8, 2026
In this insightful discussion, the host reveals that the real hurdle for artists is not a lack of knowledge, but building confidence. Explore how January ambitions often fizzle out by February, and identify three main confidence killers: doubt, false beliefs, and comparison. Unpack the concept of perfectionism as a form of procrastination. Gain practical tips like creating a 'loved' file and daily wins list to combat self-doubt, while learning how self-care and visualization can fuel creative risk-taking.
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Information Overload Is The Real Problem
- Information overwhelm, not lack of knowledge, is the main problem for many artists today.
- Alyson Stanfield realized educators often contribute to this overload by adding more content instead of practices.
January Plans Often Fade By February
- Many artists make clear January plans that feel impossible by February after rejection or comparison hits.
- Alyson Stanfield describes this familiar pattern to explain how confidence wanes after initial momentum.
Old Beliefs Keep Artists Small
- Old stories and false beliefs about capability cast long shadows over artists' confidence.
- Alyson Stanfield urges examining beliefs' origins and testing whether they are actually true.