Then suddenly during its development, the vision shifted.
Read MoreWhile trauma is now sometimes overused to describe difficult, unfavorable, or inconvenient situations, in many cases the fundamental issues faced by the people I talked to were emotional traumas.
Read MoreBut one of the great things about having ADHD has been recognizing that my enthusiasm (which is often linked to impulsivity) is also my greatest power for creativity.
Read MoreRather than shaming a person for being themselves, we ought to be celebrating our differences because they make for a livelier, more robust world.
Read MoreIt takes effort to stop the generational trauma that previous adults (whether family or society) laid at the feet of children to walk upon.
Read MoreIn this month of June, a month marked by celebrating diverse identities of all kinds, I think it is important to reflect on how many people (starting in childhood) are told - in one form or another and by various individuals or groups both in their family circles and beyond - that they are "terrible" because they differ from whatever hegemonic norm society says is the pinnacle of societal success.
Read MoreThis, of course, restricts people from being who they are, their authentic selves, and doesn't allow society to embrace the wonderful diversity that humanity has to offer.
Read MoreSince then, it has developed into an amazing, profound, and powerful work.
Read MoreThe link between scapegoats and narcissism has long been studied.
Read MoreEveryone's experiences, from a 2 year old's to a 102 year old's is equally valid.
Read MoreWe all deserve art and beauty in this world.
Read MoreI don’t want to define myself too precisely as an artist.
Read MoreEach of these anecdotes reminds me of a quote from a movie by the Kazdan brothers: “Some people think because they are stronger, or meaner, that they can push you around. I've seen a lot of that. But it's only true if you let it be. The world is what you make of it.”
Read MoreI guess they don’t agree with the concept of gesamtkunstwerk (total work of art): an artwork, design, or creative process where different art forms are combined to create a single cohesive whole.
Read MoreAge quod agis means “Do what you are doing.”
Read MoreThere are too many to list all my favorites, but three of my favorite artists of the Romantic Era and whose works influence my own are:
Read MoreFilling my life up with the phrase "I GET to" rather than "I have to" is a game changer
Read MoreArtistic expression depends on what the goal is for the individual artist rather than a standardized body of study.
Read MorePerhaps that implies that the reverse is also true: a divine gift can be profound bliss.
Read More“I only hope we can use all of our talents and creativity towards peace and love.”
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