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NO PLAN? It's time to make one

Structuring your art practice is so important in helping you to maximise creativity and effectiveness. Putting a schedule in place may sound counterintuitive, but it will actually free up time and allow you head space for original thought, visual and mental preparation, without being bogged down by administrative tasks. You will probably already know how and when you work most efficiently – are you a morning person or do you work best during the twilight hours? Are you an introvert requiring quiet time to replenish and self-soothe, or do you prefer the company of others to inspire and enliven? Do you know your target audience and who you are painting for? What helps you to focus and get the work done? Knowing how you operate is significant in structuring your day,

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