One of the shortcomings of we creative folk, I find, is that we generally don’t share our gifts proudly with others, or even give ourselves a pat on the back all too often. Writing a blog, and especially if it includes 
our own artwork, photography, videos, or images of our various accomplishments, is one way we do that. Even so, many of us only shyly take credit for the beauty, wisdom, intelligence, and creativity we put out into the world through our blogs. We all deserve a pat on the back, so please – give yourself one!
A corollary to this is if our creativity is available to others … as in a business. For those of you who check in on me regularly, you are likely to be aware I’m a graphic artist. But how many know that I actually promote my graphic design services on the web? Not enough, I’m sure, so I am taking this opportunity to introduce you to my graphic design blog – Jeanne Balsam Graphics. Please take a toddle on over and see what I do. I am growing my business, and have a particular interest in helping people self-publish by putting an attractive and professional product out there. (The picture book above is my design/layout, and includes some original artwork, as well.)
With the advantages of the internet, working together is no longer limited by our physical proximity. I have local clients as well as in California, the mid-west, and more. Maybe I can help you or someone you know with a fabulous design piece. If so, you can contact me anytime through my graphics blog.
OK, so that’s me finally patting myself on the back a bit and sharing more of what I do. Now it’s your turn!
Congratulations on your creative and growing success, Jeanne!
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Thanks, Kitty. Even though you no longer are writing on your blog, feel free to send me something if you’d like a small huzzah! here. 🙂
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Congratulations and wishing you success in your graphics design endeavor, Jeanne!
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Thank you so much, Lavinia. I’ve been doing this for quite some time, but reaching for new horizons, too!
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Well done Jeanne for giving yourself that much needed pat on the back and for encouraging us all to do the same!
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It’s so true, isn’t it? Like the shoemaker’s kids being the last to get new shoes; we’re often the last to tell ourselves we did a good job.:-)
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Self-promotion usually involves such a minefield of unpleasant emotions! Lovely to be introduced to your other creative endeavor and its site.
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Doesn’t it? But when we become brave enough to do so, we find how much what we do is appreciated! Thank you for stopping by and commenting.
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Congrats on your beautiful work, Jeanne! Two pats on the back. It’s hard indeed to promote oneself, but we simply have to learn how to do that, and also when to stop and commend ourselves on what we’ve achieved. I am still learning too.
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Thank you, Cynthia. It’s a lifelong lesson, I think. We devote ourselves to the craft of `doing’, but instead of sitting back a second to say `Good job!’, we’re off to the next thing on the list! It always seems to be more a female thing than a male thing, too. Why it’s good we support one another. 🙂
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