Dear “December 2024 Me”,

Have I already taken steps to start my own online business selling my artwork? In the upcoming year, did I dedicate time to researching and setting up my online shop? Have I considered whether to sell digital files for printing or physical products? Is my goal to have a fully functional and successful online shop by the end of the year? I noticed another creator on Instagram (@flesh.png) selling digital calendars for self-printing during the Christmas break, and I think it would be fun to create something similar by the end of the year as well as non-seasonal products like phone cover backings and bookmarks, so did that manifest as well?

Have I already built an online presence to promote my personal brand and connect with potential customers? To achieve this, have I created a social media content calendar and committed to posting regularly on platforms like Instagram, Patreon, and my Portfolio page? Have I been sharing engaging and relevant content that showcases my products, provides valuable information, and reflects my brand's values? Have I been interacting with my followers by responding to comments and messages? By consistently maintaining an active and engaging social media presence, did I increase my brand awareness, attract up to 200 followers, and did my website activity get a regular following.

Have I already created a blogging schedule and committed to posting engaging and informative content on a regular basis? Have I been writing about topics related to painting as well as other mediums I come across, providing valuable insights, tips, and inspiration to my readers?

As a creative outlet, I have always wanted to publish a zine showcasing my artwork, work process, and writing. This year, did I dedicate time to curating content, designing the layout, and finding a printing method to bring my zine to life? Did I explore different themes and styles, experimenting with different mediums and techniques to create a visually captivating zine? What online distribution platforms have I used, or perhaps i approached fairs and exhibitions to display my publication.

And now… what are my goals for next year? What do I need to work on and what do I hope to create?

Anyway, I now have to patiently work hard to make this fully manifest by my 21st birthday,

Kulsoma.