Navigating Artistic Rejections: My Journey Through Open Calls and Growth as an Artist by Krisztianna:
Rejection is a significant part of an artist’s life, and it has taught me resilience and the importance of persistence. Each rejection is an opportunity to learn and grow, even though it can be challenging. One method I use to heal that ache is to visit the project or gallery show I was rejected from once it goes live. I examine what the curator was aiming to create, support other artists by buying prints, and reflect on why I wasn’t chosen. Sometimes, it becomes clear that my art simply wasn’t a good fit. Other times, I am in awe of the selected works and feel inspired to improve my techniques.
