I'm currently partaking in a workshop called In Focus, hosted by VANSA, which focuses on concept development for artists. I'ts presented, facilitated and driven by visual artist and poet Kai Lossgott and even though today was only the second day of the 5-day workshop, I already feel that I've gained a lot from it. The focus, chance and encouragement to really delve into my subconscious for new themes and concepts about... myself. Something I haven't really done in quite a bit of time. Since I've been focusing so much on themes and concepts around nature conservation, or even just inspired by nature's beauty, I've been ignoring and even suppressing personal themes or 'issues'. This could easily be seen as me only being 'half' of an artist, since an artist's biggest source of inspiration is and should be personal experience and the self as source. This is authentic, and gives your art that honesty and uniqueness that makes the viewer really LOOK at your art, wanting to know more. Because you've put in your heart, soul and passion into a piece...
I feel peaceful, and also excited.
Sounds like an amazing workshop. I look forward to seeing the art you create having been to it.
ReplyDeleteI'm starting with the work in June, will make sure to post updates and work in progress! :-)
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