As theaters closed in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, the creatives who populated their stages were plunged into a state of seemingly endless uncertainty. Aided by a delightful and metaphorically resonant piece of performance art, multidisciplinary artist Daniel J. Watts shares a personal perspective on reframing this moment of global stasis as an opportunity to reset and reflect on the potential of what comes after.

Daniel J. Watts: To accomplish great things, you need to "let the paint dry"

To accomplish great things, you need to "let the paint dry"

Navigating 2020's upheaval, an artist learns to appreciate the stillness, finding growth in letting 'paint dry' amid global stasis.

The pandemic forces a reflective pause, challenging the relentless pursuit of 'more' and prompting a deeper inquiry into self-ownership.

Amid uncertainty, finding solace in creativity and color, an artist reimagines healing and progress by embracing the wait.