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S.M.A.R.T.E.R. Goal #1

The checklist for my "Draw Daily" challenge. Reviewed and modified every so often.

  • Specific-- Make it measurable. Produce at least one image a day.
    The frustrating issue of "What am I going to sketch today?" solved by a random list of words to use as inspiration.

    The Random-Word List
     
  • Meaningful-- You mean so much to me, I'll do anything! If I want to keep growing artistically, I'll be comfortable with whatever anxieties this goal throws my way (whether caused by fear, failure, or pressure from repetition).

     
  • Achievable-- Only reach for the moon if you have a rocket-ship (and a 10 year plan). I'll produce one image a day for 12 days (then set a new interval after that).

     
  • Relevant-- In-line with what you want out of life. I love being an illustrator.

     
  • Timed-- Because time allows you to measure progress. The first thing that I do when I wake up. Min 15 mins, max 1 hour. Derived from your daily to-do list.

      
  • Evaluate-- Reflection time. Reflect on whether the specifics, the measures, the values, and the time-plan are working.. on a daily basis. This is an iterative process.

     
  • Re-Adjust-- After you've done the math. Apply the changes to the list.

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