The 100-Day Project... End of Experiment!
hive-148441·@alchemystones·
0.000 HBDThe 100-Day Project... End of Experiment!
Well, I managed to complete almost 80% of the 100-Day Project. If I were still *"active,"* today would be Day 88... but I had to admit defeat on Day 80.  *One of the larger stones that came out of the challenge.* ## *A Learning Experience!* Even though I didn't make it all the way to Day 100, it was definitely a positive learning experience. On the *upside,* the challenge really helped me get back into a creative routine I *"lost"* a little after the 2019 holiday season. Not so much on the upside, while I *did* kick a little life into several of my art-related social media accounts, the *"habit"* never stuck. It was hard work and a drag up until the very end... and I *still* feel put off by social marketing. It just feels *boring as hell!*  ## *Lifestyle Realities* Above all, I ended up facing the fact that I simply don't live a life that allows for me to magically pluck two *(additional)* hours a day out of thin air to complete a three-month long challenge. Whereas this is not a *complaint,* it definitely *is* a reality. On average, I was spending about 60-90 minutes a day painting, 15-30 minutes a day with social media and 45-60 minutes a day creating posts and engaging on Hive. That works out to 2 1/2 hours a day... give or take.  I don't *have* 2 1/2 hours a day. On most days, I don't even have *thirty minutes* that are not mapped out. I suppose you could argue that I shouldn't be working with art *at all,* if my finances/time is so tight, but I can't account for the *cathartic benefits* of painting mandalas in rocks. On the upside *(Part II)* I had this idea that I would get a bit more in the habit of keeping some sort of *"art blog,"* just as a tool to track my work over time... and I definitely gained a little, in that sense... I'll definitely be updating this blog more regularly than before the experiment!  *One of my new designs, originated during the project* I would also say that I managed to get myself a little better *organized,* in terms of how to use my available time. And several new design ideas did come out of the experiment, and I had a chance to fine-tune what kinds of designs work best for public events, like the UFO/Paranormal Summit we attended immediately before I threw in the towel. ## *What's Next?* Well, I have a big job ahead of me to get a bunch of the new work into the Etsy shop, and then I am going to start the long and rather tedious process of adding brief video clips to the Etsy listings... which will take *quite* a while, because I'm not willing to do a half-assed job.  *My other "Office"* I have a former radio/podcast interview that's coming out as a TV program within about five weeks, so I need to be ready for that. Alchemy Stones are very *visual,* after all. And then there are shows ahead, starting: June 20th, July 18th, September 6th and then the Holiday Season. Certainly no shortage of things to be done! *I appreciate you coming to visit and please do leave a comment if you feel so inclined!* #### *Thank You!*  If you enjoy painted rocks, do check out **[The Hive Rocks Project](https://peakd.com/c/hive-127783/created)** and help spread the word about Hive, while also being creative! Because I *am* trying to make some semblance of income — a *part time living,* even — I now add this footer to all my posts, in the hope that someone, somewhere, might decide to take a further look at my work, and perhaps consider supporting independent art. Thank you, in advance, for your consideration and support! My **[Alchemy Stones Patreon](https://www.patreon.com/AlchemyStones)** appeal **[Alchemy Stones web site](https://www.alchemystone.com/)** and blog **[Alchemy Stones on eBay](https://www.ebay.com/str/Alchemy-Stones)** **[Alchemy Stones on Etsy](https://www.etsy.com/shop/AlchemyStones)** **[Alchemy Stones on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/AlchemyStones/)** Regardless, your upvotes and comments are always appreciated! ## Thank you for supporting independent art! ***2024.05.17 AS-TXT-262/232***
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