Embrace the Power of the Small

Don’t let the pressure of the masterpiece steal the joy of the process. Sometimes, the greatest act of artistic devotion isn’t a sprawling canvas, but a tiny, heartfelt creation.

When the well feels dry, or time is scarce, know that a small painting is a powerful act of connection. It’s not a lesser work; it’s a direct conversation with your craft. It keeps the channels open, the muscles warm, and the spirit fed. These little creations—these miniature moments of flow—are the anchors that keep you tethered to your identity as an artist.

Allow yourself the freedom to be imperfect, to be quick, and to be small. Each brushstroke, no matter how tiny, is a victory against silence. These small paintings are the whispers that remind you: You are an artist. Keep creating.

“Do not fail, as you go on, to draw something every day, for no matter how little it is, it will be well worth while, and it will do you a world of good.” — Cennino Cennini