Get to work!

[Quackenbush]

Hey Dave, or any other artists who are reading, how do you get in the mood to draw when you can't seem to focus. Maybe I've got ADD or something.

[Victor Cabanelas]

Think about the paycheck!

Seriously, there is nothing wrong with having a block or not being able to concentrate
(well it depends on how bad is your case). I work about 10 hours every day in the drawing table and take breaks every 30 minutes or so. I also use every excuse that I can find to get up and move a little bit.

Another thing that you can do is try to change what you have to do today. For example, if you have to pencil a page today, ink one instead or something like that. If you continue to have this problem, try to spend some time away from drawing, like taking a day off.

Oh, and about ADD.

ADD is a neurological disease that, tough it still can´t be cured, there were a lot of improvements in the last decade and, if treated, you can have a normal life.

If you really think that you have ADD, you should try seeing a doctor, they have tons of tests and experience and they will be able to see if you have it or not.

[dave finch]

I would listen to Vic, definately....
I'm sure you don't have ADD though.

It can be really tough to sit and work everyday, but the best way I know of is to set clearly defined goals, and know what you want to accomplish on a daily basis. It has to be a priority for you. For me, I set my alarm for 7:00 each morning, and I try to get my work done before I do anything else.

[Quackenbush]

I was just kidding about the ADD thing...

But thanks for the advice about getting to work. The only pitfall is I work all day and by the time I get home I'm usually pretty wiped.

[Butch Mapa]

May I ask... what time do you STOP drawing, dave?