It is irrelevant whether people think they are artists or not. That kind of evaluation just straightjackets the beauty of the individual. Take no notice. Creativity is simply a natural part of healthy, happy life for anyone. When the creative spontaneity and passion are blocked, there are all kinds of energy consequences.
The rather exclusive and narrow-minded art scene, of which such judgements are symptomatic, is slowly transforming. All the wonderful new art materials available mean the options for creativity have never been so plentiful. art is being democratised and making things has become accessible and fun. Also there are many wonderful free lessons online and via dvd, shared by the new and more generous breed of enthusiastic creatives.
Don’t forget that the labels 'artist' and 'artistic' come from a certain kind of specialization that has happened in western culture alone, where early segregation at school into 'artistic' and 'not artistic' camps perpetuates the myth that some people are just born with the gift - it is down to Fate. Before this children express themselves directly - how life feels, what the heart sees. Pictures don’t have to be recognizable, they are songs of the inner world...For more visit http://www.soulgardens.co.uk/ - FAITH NOLTON.
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