Work Like a Sculptor

Making music for me is a lot like sculpting.

I start by setting the broad strokes of the project, creating the general shape for the initial idea.

As I move forward, I gradually put more and more attention into the details, chipping away like a sculptor until I’m only focusing on the fine intricacies. 

Do I always succeed?

Of course not.

It’s easy to get distracted by the endless possibilities of the modern DAW environment. 

If I get caught up in the details too soon, it’s often a lost cause. I lose momentum and motivation. 

Game over.

To make the most of my process, I am consciously training myself to manage my attention and focus on the big picture at the start. 

It allows me to stay in the flow more, keep the project moving forward and complete it faster.