Amanda Coen Art — Early struggles in art

When I reflect on my early days entering the world as an adult, it’s a tapestry of frustration, discovery, disappointments and confusion but plenty of energetic determination. Early sketch from school days of Satin our beautiful dog - Amanda Coen Creating art is an exhausting endeavour that requires large chunks of your time and emotional energy. For me, it’s a solitary pursuit that requires commitment, patience, dedication, and a large dollop of courage. I often found myself in that vulnerable spot when seeking outward validation and earnings. It sometimes caused me to feel unsteady and that I was pursuing a thankless task....