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You often hear someone say to a talented artist, "Oh, I could never do THAT." I hate to hear this. Why? Because, AS an artist--and an all-around decent guy--I believe anyone can be creatively talented. Now, granted, I don't want to make the competition any more intense than it is:P(although, I see more jobs for technical artists than creative ones--and I am not technical). I just would be happy to help others find creative potential they may not have seen before and perhaps one of these days find a creative partner.
But, what is the essence of an artist? Where does the talent come from? Everyone has a natural talent. And, in some capacity, that talent may be applied to aesthetic pursuits. Some are artists from the start(naturally born cooks, painters, musicians, singers, dancers, models, sketchers--not including writers for a reason). Others discover their talents later in life.
One thing I can say about art...classes in school can only teach so much. Unlike other classes that teach you methods and formulas, art does not function the same way. Art--with the exception of literary arts--is not written. It is the image-projecting force of our minds. Our minds paint pictures we become dire to pour out of us. Many times, we struggle to find the right words to express something. Art often resolves this problem. [In some cases, emulating other artists is a good way to start(I started with comic books and video game manuals); still life/portaits for others.] As the saying goes, "A picture is worth a thousand words." I have never taken an art class in which I came away feeling educated in some grand way. Yes, I learned the technical terms of hatching, cross-hatching and stipple. Yes, I heard some tales about famous artists of the past. Fascinating...but I don't feel I learned much. And, what I have done that impresses people never uses any of those skills:P I know I should...but I often don't:P As another saying goes, "If it's not broke, don't fix it." [Granted this is not wise in medical matters.] I have learned to improve talents through practice and observation. However, I have not taken much time to do either...so my skills have not improved much. Lesson learned.
In summation, some appear born with it while others learn to work it. But, in any case, every one has the potential to become great at some form of art. It's all inside.
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Posted by brainstormer on 2007-10-29 16:33:41 | Rating: | Views: 106
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hi brain!
hadn't stopped by before - but i'm glad i did! nice blog and i agree with you that 'creative potential' exists in all of us.
well done.
:o)
cheers!
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Posted by badlydrawnstickman
on 2007-10-29 19:41:47
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interesting... my family never valued art in any form - I was encouraged in sport but ended up in a creative field. I think if you are told you are an artist from day dot you accept it, and be it. When I finished my arts degree all they wanted to know was what job I would get. Using my creativity in a corporate role almost killed it and it only returned when I quit.
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Posted by lolaknight
on 2007-11-09 21:58:41
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i agree. somethings u have to lern but with art u have to figure out by ur self. poems are like that 2 in a way. people can tell u how to write them but only u know how to truely put them onto paper
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Posted by theoneleftout13
on 2008-01-27 12:17:16
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Yeah, we learn, but some things are innate, naturally born. And you should include writers as artists. As I am one, I believe that we have hardest job in the creative department.
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Posted by karikaiba
on 2008-01-28 15:08:18
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I think writers were intitially included, but I was focussing on the visual arts from which I was "born". You have THE hardest job in the creative department? Not necessarily. A picture may be worth a thousand words; but if the intended message is not clear, people can take it the wrong way. You can't be a good writer unless you skillfully paint a conceiveable picture with words. I'd say they are close to even. But, proper English IS taught in classrooms. How else would we know proper grammar to make sure publishers won't laugh or reject us? Even an infant can create an amazing work of art.
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Posted by brainstormer
on 2008-01-28 19:21:11
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We have more in common...great to find this blog! Very well said! For the last eight years, I've taught creativity workshops using the book, "The Artist's Way" by Julia Cameron. Have you heard of it? Peace, fellow artist! I paint portraits in watercolor, love collage and pastels.
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Posted by Ellie2008
on 2008-03-04 18:04:10
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