Doubt has the potential to overshadow my positive ideas and accomplishments, creating a dark curtain over all bright and hopeful plans.

I drew the flowers for this piece with colored pencils, one of my favorite mediums. To represent the feeling of doubt, I created a mixed media “curtain” by dripping and marbling thick layers of paint. I then cut out the shape and placed it over my flower drawing. Though I wouldn’t say I liked covering the flowers, it was necessary to convey the creeping feeling of doubt. Additionally, I added layers of netting and tulle to symbolize that hope can still be found if I look for it.

Whenever I feel uncertain about new projects, like starting this blog, I remind myself of the vibrant colors of possibility that await beyond that gloomy feeling!