Out of Town + update

Take your time, if a break is needed then take that too, there is no rush and I'm sure no one here wants you compromising your health.

Take your time and break when needed. Don't rush anything even if you feel like you could.

RockyOwl

Take as much time as you need to take care of yourself, and get any treatments you might need. Mental health is very important, and should come before anything else. If you need to take a break from art for a while, do so, especially since making art can be a very mentally and emotionally demanding activity. Be well.

ConnorTheCanine

If you feel a break is what you need for getting out of this funk even somewhat I get it and completely understand. A job, no matter what it is from digging ditches to painting art can wear on you. If it helps, consider this next month a paid vacation using days you've earned over the years. Besides, if you're worried someone will be upset about paying just make your first post when you're back a community poll of "Very pregnant or Very chubby Marzie for next pic?" and even the most jaded user will think all is forgiven.

Catblaster

I’m actually crying reading your response, and seeing everyone else’s support, and that tells me everything I need to know. I appreciate you.

TiggyBloom

Forgive me for not engaging much before this but I felt compelled to write: Never force yourself to do anything. This is not something that you can just "push through"... speaking from personal experience. It will only prolong the grief and what you are feeling (mentally/emotionally). Please take the time that you need to process and heal. You are not alone in this process either. I hope you can surround yourself with those that will help you through these tough times. Fall onto others, as I'm sure that someone can help guide you through this. I'm sure there are many in this community that will be very supportive of you taking the time that you need. YOU are what is most important here. I understand that art puts food on the table but I am also willing to continue to contribute as a "donation" of sorts to do anything I can to help (which others may be willing to do as well). Your art is absolutely incredible and you need to be at 100% in order to have your art be 100% as well (take care of yourself first so you can be at your best to take care of others). So that you can truly enjoy working and putting the time and effort in to produce the wonderful art that you do. (and further... you are so much more valuable than just making art... but your art is a gift to this community, please know). On behalf of myself (and others I'm sure), please do what you need to do to get better, rest, and heal. This is not something that you can just flip a switch... take your time. I hope you are able to get the help that you need. Once again: you do not have to endure this alone. One small step at a time, I hope that your situation improves.

TheDapperReindeer

I really don't mind paying for August, it's up to you. Slow output can be a tough, but I'd rather you have food on the table.

Whiffy Plush

Take your time, Tiggy. You do what you need to do to help yourself and feel at your best. Personally, I feel like you're doing enough, and your quality is absolutely still top-notch. But if you feel like you need a break, certainly take it. I'll be here waiting for more gorgeous soft art from you.

PaulToon

Wait until you get back. We only want you drawing if it feels good to draw. If it doesnt, take that break.

Shiny Umbreon