Affirmations For Artists
I’ve been reading The Artist's Way for Art Book Club and part of the program is to create affirmations for yourself. Sometimes coming up with affirmations can be tricky, so for today's episode I’ve compiled this list of affirmations for you, my fellow artist.
These are for your creative spirit, to help you think more positively about your art. If you hear one you love, I encourage you to pause the episode and write it down. That way, you can read it back to yourself when you are feeling low.
I’m going to read these slowly and with care. It is my hope that you will come back to this episode over and over again, to hear about how great your creativity is and fight the artist block. Imposter syndrome? We don’t talk to her.
An affirmation usually starts with “I am” and then has a statement following. Sometimes the format will be a little different. Some of these may work for you and others might not. Let them slide and take what you need.
Disclaimer, some of these are from The Artist’s Way, most are written by me, and a few are from other creative people here on the internet. Affirmations are meant to be shared, so steal like an artist and use them as much as you like.
I encourage you to say these affirmations out loud after I say them. Even if you don't believe in them, especially if you don’t believe in them, saying them can lead you into the direction of their statement.
If you don’t believe yourself to be an artist, if you say the affirmation “I am an artist”: your art work, your self worth, and your willingness to create will absolutely flourish. Even if you aren’t convinced it will happen, that you will become an artist, saying these affirmations will guide you towards your wish to become one.
I’m a believer in declarations. I believe that when you say you want something, and you tell lots of people about it, your actions change. When your actions change, the things around you change, and when that happens, everything else conspires to help you achieve your goal. It’s cosmic, and starts with that initial affirmation.
Are you ready?
1. I am an artist
2. I am a creative powerhouse
3. I have plenty of time to create my artwork
4. My studio space is perfect for my artistic needs
5. My creativity heals myself and others
6. It is my responsibility to listen to my inner artist
7. I am allowed to nurture my artist
8. I am allowed to take breaks away from my artwork
9. Rest makes my art better
10. I am exactly where I am meant to be in my artistic journey
11. Every painting has its own purpose and journey
12. The paintings I don’t like are just as important as my masterpieces
13. There's a lesson in everything I create
14. It is a joy to learn a new material
15. My creativity always leads me to truth and love
16. My creativity leads me to forgiveness and self-forgiveness
17. I am eager to get to the studio
18. I am willing to create
19. I have the right to be an artist
20. My art journey is beautiful for being different than other artists
21. I am respected for becoming an artist
22. My collectors love my work
23. Making art excites me
24. I am happy to share my work with others
25. Through the use of a few simple tools, my creativity will flourish.
26. I am willing to learn to let myself create.
27. I am eager to improve my creative weaknesses
28. I am willing to be of service through my creativity
29. I am willing to experience my creative energy.
30. I will use my creative talents
31. With my art, I am inspiring others and impacting lives
32. I have an abundance of creative energy.
33. My creative self brings joy to those around me
34. My friends respect my dedication to my craft
35. My loved ones encourage me to create
36. I am protective of my time to create
37. My artwork is important to me
38. My artwork is important to the world
39. Through hard work and determination, I am progressing my artistic skills every single day
40. I have endless creative energy.
41. New people are noticing my artworks each and every day
42. My art is worth making
43. My art is meaningful
44. I can see the worth in my art
45. When I struggle, that is simply a lesson I have yet to learn
46. When I am challenged, I thrive
47. My frustrations compel me to seek help
48. My art is beautiful in it’s imperfections
49. Other artists want me to succeed
50. I express my unique creativity in everything I do
51. I have a well of creativity that I can access at any moment
52. Being in my studio opens my creative energy
53. I can easily come up with new ideas
54. Being an artist is a journey, not a destination
55. I am always developing as an artist
56. It is important for me to pursue my artwork
57. Every day I learn more about my art
58. I am a formidable artist
59. I am happy when I am creating
60. Focus comes easily to me
61. I don’t chase, I attract
62. My artistic dreams are flourishing
63. I know how to achieve my artistic goals
64. My art is a skill
65. A creative rut will not stop me from creating meaningful art.
66. I am unafraid of failure
67. Failure is an arrow towards improvement
68. I am continuously improving every day
69. I deserve to create art
70. I deserve success
71. Selling my artwork delights me
72. My art practice supports my life
73. I make a living with my artwork
74. My art can support my family
75. My collectors are hungry for more artwork
76. People want to hear about my work
77. My audience looks forward to hearing from me
78. By working on my craft every day, I set myself up for success
79. I am able to express myself easily through art
80. My collectors understand my artwork
81. My collectors are easy to find
82. My collectors want my artwork in their homes
83. I price my artwork correctly
84. My work inspires people to look at life from a new perspective
85. My art is a priority
86. I appreciate the opportunity to share my talent with the world
87. My imagination is powerful, and nothing can stop me from expressing it
88. My audience reacts positively to my art and engages with it consistently
89. I can easily speak about my artwork
90. I respect my artistic vision
91. I am loved for the artwork I make
92. I have a healthy relationship with my art
93. I use my materials to their fullest potential
93. The only wasted paint is the one left in the tube
94. Every day is a fresh start to make something wonderful
95. A blank canvas is an invitation for fun
96. Taking a risk with my art leads to great rewards
97. I am curious and always find new ways to grow as an artist
98. I seek progress over perfection and community over competition
99. My brushes are clean
100. My supplies are ready for me to pick them up
101. Using the materials for art making is a delight
102. I love making a mess
103. My art studio is comfortable and welcoming
104. My art studio is perfect for my needs
105. Creativity blooms in my space to make
106. My art studio is well organized and stocked
107. I have plenty of time to make art
108. I have a schedule that supports creativity
109. I am protective of my art making time
110. The people I live with respect my creative space and time
111. When I enter my studio space, I leave the outside world at the door
112. It is simple to return to creativity if I am distracted or interrupted
113. I easily find spaces to show my art
114. People love seeing my artwork in public
115. Other artists want to collaborate with me
116. I am respected by my artistic colleagues
117. Critique empowers me to improve my artwork
118. I am grateful when other people put energy into my art work
119. I am happy to be an artist
120. I am happy when other people become artists because of me
121. My art making style is distinctive and abundant
122. I can easily afford to buy plenty of high quality art supplies
123. My free time is filled with positive and inspirational moments
124. My life supports my inner artist
125. Saying affirmations supports my artistic goals
Thank you for listening to these affirmations. I hope they inspire and bring you lots of creative energy!
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