Less Criticism - More Celebrations

When I look at my own work it is through the eyes of a critic which often makes the process of painting a lot less fun.  My goal is to find the positive in each picture I paint, or photograph I take, or blog post I write.  I find it so easy to see the positive in the work of others.  But often, in my own work, it is the flaws that stand out.  Of course, in order to grow, I have to continue to see what I need to improve and to learn new methods.  But I am going to change the order in which I do things.  First, I will look for the things I like about the picture.  Then I will decide what I need to change in order to make it better or stronger.  But celebrations will come first.  I am hoping that as the celebrations grow the need to be critical will diminish.  So here is to celebrating each finished piece just as it is.
                                               When you share your dreams with the world, magic happens!
                                                                                                                         Ginny