A Bulldog’s Perspective on Self Promotion: Oh Look Who Finally Decided To Blog

Woof. It’s me, Diesel. You know, the actual hardworking member of this family. I’ve been watching my daddy—artist Andrew French (or, as I like to call him, “Mr. Procrastinator”)—finally dust off the ol’ blog and decide to write something for the first time in forever. Honestly, I was beginning to think he’d forgotten how.

So here I am, stepping in to talk about self-promotion. Not because Daddy’s some kind of expert—clearly, he’s not—but because someone around here has to remind him (and maybe you) why putting yourself out there is important. Let’s dive in, shall we?

Why Self-Promotion Is a Must (Yes, Daddy, I’m Talking to You)

Here’s the deal: If you’ve got a talent, you can’t just sit around waiting for the world to notice you. Trust me, I know how this works. If I didn’t make a fuss at dinner time, do you think I’d get my kibble? Nope. The same logic applies to art. If you’re not out there sharing your work, connecting with people, and letting them know what you’re all about, they’ll forget you exist.

Daddy, are you listening?

Self-promotion isn’t about bragging; it’s about showing people you believe in what you’re doing. Every time you share your work, you’re telling the world, “Hey, this is worth your attention.” And guess what? People love confidence. Sitting around in the studio making amazing art that no one knows about? Yeah, that’s not the move.

Blogging: Daddy’s “New” Discovery

Oh, so now Daddy wants to blog again. How cute. Honestly, it’s been so long since the last one that I thought he’d retired from writing altogether. But here’s the thing: blogging is one of the easiest ways to connect with people.

A blog lets you tell your story, show off your personality, and give people a reason to care about your work. It’s like a behind-the-scenes pass to your creative world. People don’t just want to see the finished art—they want to know the why behind it. And, Daddy, you’re great at that when you actually try.

But let’s be real: starting a blog post every six months isn’t exactly a strategy. Consistency matters. If I only barked every six months, no one would know I exist (and the mailman might actually get away with leaving packages on our porch—scandalous).

Self-Worth: Practice What You Preach, Daddy

Here’s the part that really gets me. Daddy always tells me how important it is to believe in yourself and your work. And yet, he’s been sitting on all this amazing art and barely sharing it.

Self-promotion isn’t just about getting your name out there—it’s about owning your value. Every time Daddy invests in marketing himself, he’s saying, “I believe in what I’m doing, and I want the world to see it.” But when he doesn’t? Well, let’s just say it doesn’t send the best message.

Daddy, you’re talented. You know it. I know it. The world needs to know it. So please, for the love of bacon, stop holding back.

My Advice (Because Apparently, I’m the Only One With a Plan)

If you’re like Daddy and have been slacking on self-promotion, let this be your wake-up call. Start blogging regularly. Share your work. Post your process. Heck, even show people the mistakes—it makes you human (unlike me, the perfect bulldog).

The world is full of noise, but your voice can rise above it if you’re willing to put yourself out there. And Daddy, you’re not fooling anyone—you’ve got plenty of stories and art to share. Stop pretending you’re “too busy.” I see how much time you spend scratching my belly.

So, here’s to more blogs, more self-promotion, and finally showing the world what you’re made of. And if you need a little extra push, just remember: I’m always here, barking at you to be better.

Woof and side-eye,

Diesel