Hi Steemians!
I have been gone for far too long! And it actually feels weird to me - writing
again. But after SteemFest 3 - I couldn't just not post again. So - this is it!
As I feel a little christmassy today - I thought that I might add some christmas dividers. (by courtesy of
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You might have seen that 
September 2017
This was my very first digital drawing with my (ancient) Bamboo Tablet. And I still remember my struggle so vividly - although I do struggle with every new drawing. But back then it was really a pain, as I tried to figure out the how toâs of digital art regarding tools, techniques and drawing itself.
Now looking at this picture I see so many flaws, that I almost feel ashamed about it. But ⌠I was so proud - back then. So proud, that I actually finished it. And also honoured as
April 2018
Doesnât he look so arrogant in this picture? đ
I canât help but have a big grin on my face, while remembering how surprised many Steemians were, when they first met
To be honest - that was exactly the impression I was âaskedâ to convey. Maybe not the elderly part - though.
September 2018
This polygon profile picture was created based on his request to have something, which is rather neutral and objective. But still professional and connected to the name
It is the fastest one, which I created for him - so far. No comments, no extras, no further requests ⌠just âThank you, my dearest.â đ
December 2018
And finally the most recent one...
I donât even dare to tell you, how long it took - for me to finish this piece. There are so many versions - all of them different and similar at the same time.
After SF3 I wanted to post again - preferably at once. Right now and there. But I wanted the drawing to be appropriate, positive, bright, empowering or just perfectâŚ
I put myself under so much pressure that I ended up to havenât post at all.
When
And guess what - just 2 days later he uploads his finished profile picture. đ
So - here we are. After over a year - I must say that there is still so much to learn. There have been highs and many more lows, but in the end I always had a big smile on my face when I endured the pain and keep on drawing.
Although I havenât drawn continuously - it still feels good to be able to look back on these pictures and see my own progress.
SF3 taught me, that there are so many amazing talented people out there. And especially here in the Steem Community. It would be foolish to just give up, only because the struggle grows with every new technique or effect or challenge or ⌠whatever - you come across your life's journey.
"Never give up what you want most in your life - for what you want today.â
Thank you so much for reading!
