Often, artists come into the studio with a visual idea about what they want to make. Others come in with a certain topic or person on their mind. Making for the self can be a very different approach than making for others. Sometimes the hardest critic can be the self, though wanting to impress or please someone else with a piece of art can also bring great pressure. Creating from the heart will result in the most pleasing work, whether it is for the artist him or herself, or for a beloved someone.
With the holidays coming up, many people want to produce gifts for their family members and friends. Utilizing the studio, and the wide variety of materials available there, is a great way for children and adults to use their imagination to construct something meaningful. Putting forth effort to find colorful papers, soft fabrics, attractive flower petals, and shiny buttons, this artist comes up with an idea and sets out to achieve a goal. Designing her piece ahead of time, making modifications during the creative process, and determining any additional elements that are needed at the end takes determination and skill.
The artist organizes a plan and takes time to carefully piece it all together, allowing her mental image to take on a specific form. Envisioning her idea unfolding, working at it patiently, and keeping final intentions in mind are all for her to unify her talents. Here, she has obtained the materials that she needs and is gluing them down, according to the layers that she wants to show or be covered.
Giving not only the actual artwork, but endless ideas and inspiration to others, is an enduring expression of love. Creating as an artist should be a fun, enjoyable process. Sharing those authentic gifts with others is rewarding in itself, and can lead to an ongoing bond of artful accomplishment.
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