What Is An Artist?
This story started because my brother asked me if Spin Art is art.
The question opened a discussion of my view of art, and we thought it best if I capture the key points of our chat before the ideas were forgotten. By no means can I provide the end-all answers to such questions, but I have provided my initial answers to the question that my brother posed. I will answer the “Artist” question in this blog.
An Artist:
knows when to stop. They have an instinct for beauty and can feel that moment when an art piece is ‘Done!’
has an idea in mind. Possesses direction.
has a desire to control the creative process.
has the ability to control the art medium being used.
has the passion to work on or think about art on a regular basis.
appreciates and understands the various art mediums.
in most cases, appreciates and can master the use of color.
understands the reality and value of outside sources (God, luck, special/favorite brushes/tools, certain brands of paints and time).
possesses dedication to the craft.
understands that art is (at best) 20% fun and 80% work.
sees images, thoughts, or events that others may not see – and captures them for others to see or understand, long after the artist/writer is gone.
must possess or exudes passion, ecstasy, purpose, emotion and/or desire to create and share the work.
must have some lasting success either by sales, constant praise from many circles, awards/accolades from others in the art field and long-standing appreciation for the artist’s works.
must have been acknowledged as being skilled in one or two types of art.
promotes their art.
can plan to create good art, even when not inspired to do so.
will have an ‘Aha Moment’ when they realize they are an artist and can create special moments of pleasure or enjoyment for others on a consistent basis. When an artist can shout, “This is what it all is about!”
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