Well…I’m a thinking that I’ll be Spuddled
Definition: to work ineffectively: to be very busy while achieving absolutely nothing
Spuddle. A lovely new word that often describes my quest as a Master Procrastinator. Makes one feel productive in the middle of avoidance. And it’s fun to say.
All of this supports one of my other claims to fame of getting things done on deadline – just under the wire – squeaking through as the saying goes- some of us (namely me) apparently work better under pressure. The desire to spuddle often hits when I am about two thirds done a painting. In this case two of them. Close enough I can see the finish line and I somehow can’t get back at it. But I can rearrange stuff in my studio a few times – even without cleaning up that pile of papers on the counter that drives me crazy.
So what am I currently Spuddling?
Ahhhh – some administrative work that I know really has a to be done (like documenting taxes and blog posts) but I sure do not want to do it (yet). Oh yes, and these are the two paintings: WIP _Razzle Dazzle WIP_Razzberry Ripple
I just counted And I completed 23 studio paintings in 2023 – how cool is that? Here is a little video below showing most of them. Plein Air works and a few commissions are not included.
A New Year Full of Promise
Knowing that I have a long history steeped in procrastination, I once again look to the New Year with my heart filled with promise and good intentions. The real questions are what must I do different to shift my pattern of behaviour? And do I really need to? (I really do get a lot done) And do I really care? (Unsure actually) So many questions that only I can answer. (If I really want to). So am I indecisive or Spuddled? or heavens forbid…both? I’m thinking that at the end of the day the answer may lie in my self talk. What do I tell myself over and over? What I hear in my head most often are things like “that painting is not going to paint itself” – “no one can exercise for you” – “it’s up to you”. And then I get-er-done! Do you ever talk to yourself?
Thank you all for helping 2023 be such a great year and following along with my artistic journey!
To my husband – for your continued love and patience with me especially when I don’t seem to have any left
To my family and friends – your love and support is so appreciated
To the many artists I follow – for your comradery, support and inspiration in our artistic journeys
And to my collectors – your continued support allows me to continue on my artistic journey
Well I’ll be spuddled! I recognize this in myself and all that I do or don’t do or finish in a timely manner. I love playing in the time between here and there, enjoying the process is just as important as meeting the deadline don’t you think? Keep on spuddling and have a Happy Productive New Year.
Sally
I love how you describe playing in the time between – I love to enjoy the process as well – maybe that’s why I spuddle?