Our best understanding sadly comes later in life. Regarding comparing my art with what others accomplish, it took way too long to understand and accept this fact. Looking at your own and then looking at others is a silly exercise.
You can’t win.
They all look prettier or more vivid or better drawn or anything better than yours. It is ever so difficult to realize that our eyes are sending information to the same brain that suffers feelings of inadequacy. It may be the natural order of events.
I am 77.
I have created artwork used by the National Cryptological Museum , Montgomery County School System, TGI Friday’s, Ingram Entertainment, the Maryland Jockey Club and more. I looked at what was on the easel this morning and thought “what rubbish, will I ever create something.
Reality may not seem real because each of our realities is limited by our perception which is influenced by our view of our self worth. I say, Art on! Truth be told, there is beauty in every creation (if it is only the act of creating). Everything you create speaks. The more you practice, the clearer your voice becomes.
Art on my friends Art on!