So I've mounted my fakish talk/variety show The Unknown Zone Talk Show on public access television (BCAT) and now YouTube...so what's the big deal ? It's a comedy show, something I do well and am doing on a small scale where it may or may not 'go anywhere' other then where it is now.
Despite some really wonderful feedback: Program Director at BCAT: "Yvonne I liked your show and wish more shows on BCAT were this good. In fact I wish we had the ability to have you teach a class in this regard." I also have had some negative responses as well. It's an edgy show for sure. What I hate about myself is that I still get defensive over what I do/write and who I am as an artist. I'm no 'spring chicken' and have had tons o' therapy so why still apologize for what comes naturally to me and to those that don't like my humor or get it? So what ? Who cares ?
The real question is am I going to continue and focus on the half full aspect of what I'm working on (peeps that dig me and my show) OR focus on the few that dislike and disapprove of what I do and quit (like I've done so many times before?)...
I am finally choosing not to quit but that doesn't mean I don't want to still head toward the 'easier, softer way'.
If I ever had any doubt now I know for sure that being an artist (which I do not believe is by choice)...is the most difficult occupation (if you can call it that)...any one can pursue.
CHEERS to us all.
Thoughts ?
