Learn to Paint Podcast Why is Starting so Hard? And What to Do About it (Mini Ep.115)
Sep 9, 2025
Starting to paint can be tougher than it seems, plagued by fear of failure and perfectionism. The conversation dives into the common challenges artists face when beginning their journeys and offers practical strategies to overcome those barriers. Emphasizing action over perfection, the hosts encourage embracing imperfection to unlock creativity. They also introduce the #20for20 Art Challenge, inviting busy artists to dedicate just 20 minutes a day for 20 days to cultivate their skills. It's a motivational boost for anyone struggling to start!
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Starting Is A Skill You Can Build
- Starting is a learnable skill, not a fixed trait you either have or don't.
- Fear, perfectionism, and overwhelm are the core obstacles that hide as reasonable excuses.
Face Fear By Acting Anyway
- Recognize fear of failure when it shows up as avoidance and excuses.
- Move toward action instead of waiting to protect yourself from possible mistakes.
Stop Collecting Gear And Take Action
- Avoid perfectionism's rabbit holes like endless gear or class hunting.
- Use what you have and iterate instead of waiting for perfect conditions.