sarah likes to make things

On Scheduling

So, as part of getting back on track I thought that maybe I should balance out my schedule to where I set aside some specific times for working on my art. I’ve already took the option at work to work through lunch and leave 30 minutes early - letting me drink a Slim Fast at my desk around 12 and avoid the urge to pick up a combo from the nearby Taco Bell / Pizza Hut. The week I started that I was able to use those 30 minutes exercise at home. Of course now I’ve slipped and maybe this is the start of my 3rd week without exercise. Whoops… 

I’m thinking of getting up a little earlier to have an extra 30 minutes of painting, drawing, or catching up on art related social networking. And then after my 30 minutes of exercise in the afternoon, I could spend the time between that and going out again on art related stuff as well. Of course all of this depends on the apartment being clean enough for me to focus on other things and not being super exhausted. Usually, around 6 or so Noah and I are headed out the door. 

It’s pretty ambitious and I was pretty geared up towards starting the schedule this week. However… since today is Memorial Day and I don’t get paid for it, I’ve gotta make up all of the hours I can. Which means I’ll be at work a lot this week. I’m not looking forward to a lunch-less 7:30 to 6:00 workday tomorrow. So pretty much any plans I have of getting anything done this week are dashed on the rocks. I think this week I’m going to concentrate on just making it through the week, and then try again next week. 

Next time I post, I’ll share links to books and apps that are helping me along with keeping organized and inspired.

Let’s Do This!

So the past few months have been extremely busy, so please excuse my lack of updates lately. I can make all sorts of excuses as to why I’ve been so busy, but that’s not the point of this post. 

We’re going to get back on track!

I say “we’re” because this is a journey that I’m inviting you along for. I have a lot of goals that I want to complete in my artistic life as well as my personal and professional lives too. I’ll be posting about my progress and plans here as well as sharing information for any resources and tips I pick up along the way. 

Of course I’m willing to accept any suggestions anyone out there in the internet is willing to give me as well and I will pass along that information here and credit you. 

I’ll still be posting things that I make (because Sarah likes to make things) to this Tumblr since that is the over all theme and I’ll have a lot more to post. 

Since this is kind of an introductory post, I thought I should share a little about myself. I know that strangely enough, we make all of these weird but lovely internet connections via social media without even knowing what we’re really like as people. 

I’m 28 years old and I’m living in Virginia. I was born and raised in West Virginia. Those are basic facts. I worked very hard throughout school and ended up with a Masters in Fine Arts (picking up BAs in Graphic Design and Studio Art along the way.) I always felt like I was good at making things with my hands and never really wanted to do anything else. Of course, now I have a temp job and do a bit of freelancing on the side. Landscapes and still life paintings were never for me. Cyborgs are currently my thing - although I can do normal portraits too and I’m kind of excited about drawing D&D characters.

As far as making things, I like to paint, watercolor, draw, sew, knit, crochet, cook, and bake. I get antsy at work a lot if I’m getting good ideas and can’t work on them. I need more hours in the day. I stress out a lot.

My boyfriend and I are busy people. We love our friends and after work activities. We’re usually always up to something - lately that something usually involves a lot of D&D which is a great creative outlet. We now have an adorable kitty living with us. 

De-stressing and worry-free creative time usually involves some video games. Maybe too many video games. I seem to cycle between World of Warcraft, Minecraft, and The Sims. I know a lot of people can be pretty critical when it comes to time spent on games, but I’ve found that they really are an important part of allowing me to disconnect for awhile. I know that creating art should take on this role more often but after years and years of being in school for it, it feels more like an extra job sometimes. 

I like cats and dogs, hugs from my boyfriend, visiting my family, nail polish, sweets, laughing with friends, bad Kung Fu movies, anime, Doctor Who, makeup, podcasts, ghost stories, music, super hero movies, cute shoes, dancing with video games, jean days, and comfort foods. 

I can’t think of a lot of things that I flat-out dislike. I guess snooty or stuck up people. Definitely bad drives.

I cry or get misty eyed over silly things. The mere mention of The Rainbow Bridge will send me into tears no matter what mood I’m in.

Some people use this to their advantage. 

Now that that’s all out there… these are my goals:

- Work more on my art

- Work on setting up my art business and trying to make a profit from my work (don’t judge - remember I’m a temp worker)

- Find a steady job so that I can have some benefits

- Exercise more and eat better

- Keep a clean and organized living space

Since this post is long enough already, I will post my first plan of attack later in the evening. 

Hey all!

I know its been awhile since I have posted anything… but trust me! Some good things are coming! Life has been busy - with a lot of working and moving, but I have some plans and I’ll be posting again soon. My plans will take a little work and a lot of time - but I plan on writing about it the whole way through. 

We will be adventuring together soon!