Requiem // October Update

It’s been a year since my full-time graphic design career started going downhill. Three months later, it was over completely. I struggled to be accepted by my team and the clients and company we worked for. I tried, but it didn't work out.

Why is this important? I’ve spent the last few months figuring out what I want to do with graphics. I’ve thought about freelancing but haven’t made much effort to start. I’m unsure if I still want to pursue it. Part of me just wants to walk away, like I lost a part of myself back in February. Being creative and making meaningful art feels more appealing. I think the type of artist I am has changed considerably.

Maybe it’s burnout. I lost people that I thought were my friends, quit a job I loved for my health, and I’m about to sell my house. I’ve switched careers, work out regularly, and have a pile of unfinished things I’ve been wanting to do. I need to simplify.

Right now, I enjoy my job as a mechanic. It’s less stressful than running a graphics shop, and everything feels simpler. I just focus on my tasks and go home.

I plan to spend the rest of the year to one project, something bigger than a single graphic or illustration. This should give me time to think about starting freelance work. I only want to take on 1-2 freelance jobs based on their complexity. If I come up with a quick graphic/illustration in the mean time, I’ll have it on the front page. I’ll most likely have something for the holidays in December.

Vulf