Finding the motivation to match the prolific work of some of history’s greatest artists can be intimidating, but studying their daily routines can be liberating. The best artists usually have ample time in their days to relax and live their whole lives. Short bursts of intense productivity are standard, as is the emphasis on daily relaxation.
He is famously quoted as saying, “Inspiration exists, but it has to find you working.” This may conjure an image of Picasso furiously chained to a canvas, but this is not wholly accurate. Picasso had flexibility in his routine, usually going with the ebb and flow of inspiration. He would work obsessively in concentrated bursts, but leave long stretches of time for recovery.
