Drawers Anonymous

I would rather be known as an artist than a seller of pens. It all started back when I was looking for this elusive art tool, which I had seen at the back page of James Jean's first Process Recess book, and in order to obtain it I had to purchase a big quantity. It was nice though, to acquaint and discover other artists by selling the excess.

But somewhere along the way, idolatry consumed my sense of self. I think Shawn Barber said it best:

You are never going to be an 'original' if you emulate one person's 'art'. You are just being lazy and inconsiderate; and you might just be trying to get rich quick or be part of the 'cool kids club'. If you can't respect yourself, why would anyone else?

So, to alleviate my status as a pen seller, you can purchase any box at $3 off original prices here: skbpens.bigcartel.com. As my inventory dwindles, I plan to spend more time doing art than trying to hawk other wares or ride on coattails.

I still very much admire Mr. Jean, but I realize that the extent of my admiration can be poisonous at times. I'm not sure yet if I'm cut out to be an artist, but some part of me refuses to simply give up.

The doodle is just there so that this post is not completely art-less. Although I admit not having touched a wacom in 4 or 5 years is really no excuse for poor outcome.

-M