Why artists need to know their personal values
Professional Ponderings are thoughtful reflections on observations and experiences in relation to different aspects of contemporary professional practice.
In this Pondering, we discuss the importance of aligning professional goals with personal values for a sustainable, fulfilling creative career. Reflecting on over 30 years of experience mentoring artists, I’ve observed how aligning intentions with core values can profoundly impact professional direction. Each goal review, conducted every six months, reveals that many actions artists feel pressured to pursue—such as securing gallery representation or institutional exhibitions—often fall by the wayside if they don’t resonate with their true values.
Professional Ponderings are thoughtful reflections on observations and experiences in relation to different aspects of contemporary professional practice.
In this Pondering, we discuss the importance of aligning professional goals with personal values for a sustainable, fulfilling creative career. Reflecting on over 30 years of experience mentoring artists, I’ve observed how aligning intentions with core values can profoundly impact professional direction. Each goal review, conducted every six months, reveals that many actions artists feel pressured to pursue—such as securing gallery representation or institutional exhibitions—often fall by the wayside if they don’t resonate with their true values.
Professional Ponderings are thoughtful reflections on observations and experiences in relation to different aspects of contemporary professional practice.
In this Pondering, we discuss the importance of aligning professional goals with personal values for a sustainable, fulfilling creative career. Reflecting on over 30 years of experience mentoring artists, I’ve observed how aligning intentions with core values can profoundly impact professional direction. Each goal review, conducted every six months, reveals that many actions artists feel pressured to pursue—such as securing gallery representation or institutional exhibitions—often fall by the wayside if they don’t resonate with their true values.