Humble, humble

And it really never should be.

This is an issue I rarely feel comfortable bringing up, but the importance is tremendous. We all need validation; we just do. Getting feedback from both client and coworkers is wonderful. But, in my opinion, positive responses should never boost my ego. Because it's not about me or how great I may become - or how horrible I'll digress. If I do it right; it never will be.

For me... It's about the art. It's about the process, the creation. And once it's created... I need to cut the umbilical cord.

Sure, artists are sensitive and attach themselves to their work, but this is a medium that quickly turns around and walks out the door. Being able to hold on to what I make wouldn't be good for me anyway. Beautiful or ugly, it needs to live on its own.

Maybe that's the best part of being an apprentice. There's nothing that'll humble you more than cleaning a lovely tattoo shop toilet. And I, as an artist, need that proper perspective. Sure I may have dreams of grandeur, but come on, it's not like I'm a musician.