100 Paintings in 100 Days

I recently stumbled across a project that has captivated and inspired me. 100 Paintings in 100 Days is a scheme dreamt up by artist, Jolie Guillebeau, as a way of countering perfectionism and encouraging creativity in her own artistic endeavours. She is, as the title suggests, producing one painting every day for 100 consecutive days (she’s up to Day 31).

But here’s the really fun bit: her first painting on Day 1 was put up for sale at just $1. On Day 2, she charged $2. On Day 3, $3. And so on.

I’m entranced by this whole concept. Because wouldn’t it:

• counteract raging perfectionism in sterling, no-nonsense fashion?


• hold a girl accountable to actually produce something EVERY DAY!?


• wean someone who has an abysmal track record of asking for money into actually earning a living of sorts?


• be (at least in the initial days) a terrific gift for people who can’t usually afford to buy art?

There’s only one thing stopping me from unashamedly rushing out and copycatting the entire venture. And it’s a small thing. Tiny, really. I just need to figure out what I could produce on a daily basis that people might truly want!

Comments

[kate (from Brooklyn)]

Fantastic idea. How about doing this with your beautiful photos?

[Jamie]

What a fabulous idea! Hmmmm...sending you an email...

[Jolie Guillebeau]

I'm really glad you're enjoying my project! I'd be happy to tell you (or anyone else) a few things l've learned through this that might make it easier for you if you decide to do something similar.

I say go for it! (And I agree with Kate-- use your photos. They're beautiful!)