Miya Turnbull

After reading this article- https://www.booooooom.com/2024/05/20/omote-by-artist-miya-turnbull/

I was inspired by Miya Turnbull and her unique practice. I appreciate how she talked about how she works across a variety of mediums. For me, I feel that sometimes it seems I should be limiting myself to one art practice- becoming as trained and good at that medium as possible to find success. I appreciate how she talks about the culmination of all the things she was interested in and how that brought this project to life. Supporting this, is the quote at the end of the article- where when asked what advice she would give to other artists, she talks about the importance of play and to not limit yourself. I personally felt this impacted me as I reflect on my own practice and how I so often, without realizing, put restrictions or limits to my own creativity in hopes of pleasing those around me. 

This idea and time to reflect inspired me as I think about how I can use this in the book project- embracing play and limitless creativity, without pressure or the approval of others. Something that can be for my own enjoyment and mind to run free. Recognizing this lifts the pressure of perfection and encourages me to stop thinking and start creating.