drat it! The IMC is this weekend till next weekend - and I could not go because Anthrocon was moved up a week (due to Sports draft). I thought I could be okay with this - but wow, do I miss it.
The Illustration Master Class is a week long intensive art session by leaders in the SF and F art field. They have lectures filled with fabulous information and great artists who will come by your painting and be glad to give you input or help.
I miss the discussion of my sketches, the interpretation of my chosen assignment - being pushed to the better ideas; using the feedback to understand what the industry is looking for, and how it relates to my work.
I miss the lectures, picking out new tidbits of information that relate to my level of learning. Heck, even the safety class reminds me of the materials I am working with every day. The names of the artist there this year is amazing, and I wish I could come and say hi.
The interplay with other people of my profession - when I am so use to be working alone in my studio. Seeing friends also touched with the wonderful spirit of inspiration for the long week. Being able to talk to artists who's work I admire, and watch them work (if I have the time).
Not to mention the food - and so much of it. The cafeteria style eating was always great to find new friends to sit with and learn about.
All the work, work, work... Inspiring, The work of the other students, the faculty's work set up, and even mine - pushed to be better through the help and input of others.
Next year for sure!
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