This is The Thirty First Episode of the Visual Scholar Podcast - With Tim Mcburnie. Let's look at some strategies for warming up after you have taken a break from drawing! Below is in Automagically generated summary so you can check out the content and also to help with search functionality! ---Facing difficulties in drawing after a break, regardless of its length, is a common issue for artists. It's essential to understand that the struggle usually stems from needing a warm-up phase to re-engage with the drawing process. This frustration, though often seeming monumental, can be mitigated through a straightforward approach that addresses both the physical and mental aspects of returning to art. In this episode, the focus is on three main strategies to ease back into drawing effectively. The first step involves immediate action: simply start drawing to break the ice. This act alone can help overcome the inertia and rekindle the connection with your art. The second strategy centers on reconnecting with your artistic identity by reviewing past works and reaffirming your journey and growth as an artist. This reflection helps align expectations and motivates you to move forward. Lastly, dedicating a focused session to drawing post-break, without the pressure of perfection, allows for a gradual return to your artistic flow. This structured approach aims to reduce the gap between expectation and reality, making the transition back into drawing less daunting and more productive. By acknowledging the natural ebb and flow of artistic proficiency and embracing a systematic method to re-engage with your work, overcoming the hurdles of returning to art after a break becomes a manageable part of the creative process.--- This Podcast is designed to help you demystify the world of Art, Productivity, and Creativity. So you can get better faster, and enjoy your Art Journey. We discuss Drawing, Painting, Illustration and Entertainment Design. Along with Productivity and Career Advice. Learn more about Tim Mcburnie: Learn Drawing and Illustration at The Drawing Codex: www.thedrawingcodex.com Check out this podcast with video on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Tim-Mcburnie Spotify Link: open.spotify.com/show/6VbdwbiZqy8nqb90ruKQCX?si=21b9c1d02c85419f Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-visual-scholar/id1678505411 www.thedrawingcodex.com/podcasts/the-visual-scholar Check out The Drawing Codex Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheDrawingCodex Portfolio: www.timmcburnie.com www.artstation.com/tim-mcburnie www.instagram.com/timmcburnie twitter.com/timmcburnie