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Developing your creativity

Over the years I've learnt that the key element to marketing your work successfully is individuality. Creativity is simply your expression of self – and it is this expression that makes your work unique and priceless. If you develop your artistry and your self-knowledge, and express it in your work, then it will reflect you, and your individuality.

Keep your technique simple, but always be aware that your work reflects who you are. If you conform to mediocrity your work will never be anything more than mediocre. Your hammer marks are your brush strokes; they show how much you care for yourself and your work, and they can also reveal the opposite. Be proud of your ability to create a piece by hand, and wield your hammer with confidence. It is only through the development of self-awareness that we can create something truly unique.

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