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Absence of Formula

posted January 23, 2013
Absence of Formula
by J. Michael Dolan

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Ever worry that your art or products are not commercial enough? Ever think about "reinventing" your work to fit the mold because you read somewhere the "new formula" or the "new rules" for making it today? I think that redirecting your art just to make it more mainstream and commercial would just provoke your current fans & customers to look the other way, because to them, you
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aikenpen
by aikenpen, posted January 23, 2013

In thinking of this article I have found this to be true. I make custom pens, pencils and accessories. I have been turning for about four years. I don't concern myself with other pen or wood turning vendors. I am my own competition! Therefore, when I am in my shop I am meticlious with quality work This has manifested into a multitude of positive comments for the items displayed at art, craft and specialty shows.
I enjoy talking about my items with the customers and passers by. I like doing the shows with the inter action that is shared with the people.
My display is attractive, eye appealing and colorful.

Richard Van Hulle, aikenpen.com
rogi
by rogi, posted January 23, 2013

Thank you. This is exactly what I have doing. I always think, "Oh, my style won't be understood so I must change something to become a creator that creates a product that says, Oh, I must have this!". I'm not creating anything with that mind-set.
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