"It is easier to perceive error than to find truth, for the former lies on the surface and is easily seen, while the latter lies in the depth, where few are willing to search for it."
Art is Sacred
Your art is the sacred within you, expressed to the world.
In other words, your art is a sacred extension of you and you are a sacred extension of your art.
What are the implications?
1) Don't pollute, compromise or dilute your art.
Your art comes from inside you, don't let it be directed by some outside force for the sole purpose of marketing or selling it. Serve your passion.
2) Honor and respect your art.
Listen to what your art is saying to you and therefore to the outside world. Don't second-guess it, just voice its authentic story!
3) Champion your art.
Stand beside it and advocate its rights to exist in the world. Evangelize it!
The good news is that it is much bigger than you are! You may feel shy or timid in championing your art but you are not alone. Take strength from your art's sacred mission.
Thought To Ponder?
Why does my art matter?
Tip of the Month
Ask yourself why you are compelled to create art.
Exercise
Meditate on your art in 3 steps:
1) Take one of your finished pieces of art and display it in front of your favorite armchair/sofa.
2) Relax, breathe slowly and deeply while enjoying your art. A glass of wine and your favorite music may help!
3) Praise your art. Thank your art. Listen to your art. Enjoy its song.
How to use this sacred experience? Ponder the following 3 questions without forcing an answer:
1) Where is my art coming from?
2) How do I feel about my art?
3) What does my art ask of me?
Lesson Learned
Your art is sacred.
You are not alone.
Like in the Odyssey, you have won the Trojan Wars by bringing your art to life. Now starts the great adventure of bringing it home to the world.
