I’ve long been fed up with Facebook. It’s been a long drawn out decision of mine to stop posting there because it’s where I have my most followers but I got to the point where it seems such a thankless chore. I also cancelled my website some time ago, it was a relief to not have to worry about updating it all the time, especially when hardly anyone ever visited it! I think it’s a great decision of yours to hone down where you’re active online, it definitely takes the stress out of it doesn’t it?!🥰
Hi Jess and thanks for your supportive comments. I agree completely with you regarding Facebook . For me it is no longer a space where I discover content which I welcome. There is so much nonsense and posts unrelated to my art practice or world view. I too have seemingly cultivated a lot of followers (or numbers!) over the years some who I have managed to redirect to my email list ..but many are ?. There are different forces at work that interfere with it being a pleasant experience. I am a little more on the fence with Instagram -but deactivating first to experience whether or not I truly miss it . if I should return I need a new approach and to limit time spent there. it does feel good to make these intentional changes ! (and already I feel lighter ha!)
HI Heather, lovely sketches for your Palestine Art Fundraiser! I can fully understand how you feel regarding social media, my first read in the early morning with my coffee is always Substack. Reading your newsletters and others that I follow brings me joy, often provoking thoughtful introspection that I'm not able to experience on IG or Facebook.
Hi Lorrie ! Thanks re the sunflowers ! Although it may seem like a huge decision..I am really just removing my presence from Facebook and Instagram . (It means I am not popping in to like my friends and followers posts and to post my own updates using those platforms. ) I will however put my energies into my two newsletters here and for those subscribed will continue to receive updates, stories and hopefully a more fulsome connection with me ! Also I have a pretty robust email list attached to my website where I will convey other kinds of news and updates ..This was my intention all along as I am so hyper aware of what an addictive draw the other two platforms are for me -and I am finally at a place where I seek more authentic connection in every aspect of my life
Hi Michelle ..It is definitely not the end! I am just seeking a more defined and hopefully authentic presence online . if you have subscribed to this newsletter you will continue to receive posts from me as well as updates re my available art ! I will also retain my website/shop heathermurray.net and my youtube channel ;-)
I’ve long been fed up with Facebook. It’s been a long drawn out decision of mine to stop posting there because it’s where I have my most followers but I got to the point where it seems such a thankless chore. I also cancelled my website some time ago, it was a relief to not have to worry about updating it all the time, especially when hardly anyone ever visited it! I think it’s a great decision of yours to hone down where you’re active online, it definitely takes the stress out of it doesn’t it?!🥰
Hi Jess and thanks for your supportive comments. I agree completely with you regarding Facebook . For me it is no longer a space where I discover content which I welcome. There is so much nonsense and posts unrelated to my art practice or world view. I too have seemingly cultivated a lot of followers (or numbers!) over the years some who I have managed to redirect to my email list ..but many are ?. There are different forces at work that interfere with it being a pleasant experience. I am a little more on the fence with Instagram -but deactivating first to experience whether or not I truly miss it . if I should return I need a new approach and to limit time spent there. it does feel good to make these intentional changes ! (and already I feel lighter ha!)
What a lovely way of life you’re making! I’m working my way there.😘🦋💐🌺🪷🌻
I know you as a kindred artist spirit Indigene!
HI Heather, lovely sketches for your Palestine Art Fundraiser! I can fully understand how you feel regarding social media, my first read in the early morning with my coffee is always Substack. Reading your newsletters and others that I follow brings me joy, often provoking thoughtful introspection that I'm not able to experience on IG or Facebook.
And, your sunflowers are simply glorious!!!
Thank you Nora for these supportive comments -and for supporting the fundraiser also :-)
Thoughtful introspection is a brilliant way to start the day ! Yay Substack !
Great images, well-written post! Kudos for the Palestine Art Fundraiser.
Thank you Leon..Much appreciated ! :-)
Nice to hear from you ;) I will write you, I will ! all my wishes for the fundraiser !
(for the moment still swimming in underground waters, sometimes 1 air bubble, too small to breathe.. but I will find the exit 1 more time ;)
Thank you Anne ! I will look forward to your letters when you it works for you ! thank you also for your supportive words re the fundraiser
Please do be in touch somehow! Your flowers are beautiful!
Hi Lorrie ! Thanks re the sunflowers ! Although it may seem like a huge decision..I am really just removing my presence from Facebook and Instagram . (It means I am not popping in to like my friends and followers posts and to post my own updates using those platforms. ) I will however put my energies into my two newsletters here and for those subscribed will continue to receive updates, stories and hopefully a more fulsome connection with me ! Also I have a pretty robust email list attached to my website where I will convey other kinds of news and updates ..This was my intention all along as I am so hyper aware of what an addictive draw the other two platforms are for me -and I am finally at a place where I seek more authentic connection in every aspect of my life
Well now, how am I to continue checking your art? Is this the end?
Hi Michelle ..It is definitely not the end! I am just seeking a more defined and hopefully authentic presence online . if you have subscribed to this newsletter you will continue to receive posts from me as well as updates re my available art ! I will also retain my website/shop heathermurray.net and my youtube channel ;-)
I love following you on substack :)
Thank you Lydia :-) It's a fine place to be isn't it?