"the uncreated, eternal life of God, the divine life uniquely possessed by God." As I child of God I appreciated this line in your blog. I look to the Creator of all creation to guide and lead me in my life, in my art. He has given me His life that abides in me by His Holy Spirit. I look, observe or notice creation and it helps me to know God better. I see His amazing order and faithfulness in the return of the seasons each year. I see His love of color, design, texture and so much more as I observe leaves, flowers or the face of another human, all so unique and so special. I see His sense of humor as I observe the platypus. God has given me faith to believe Him and His promise of eternal life. His peace is amazing and His love for all He has created. It makes me want to create to honor Him and as you say to reflect Him.
True reflection, if we slow down long enough, yields helpful insights. Sometimes even breakthroughs for our problems or creative roadblocks. I think this is the gift of stream of consciousness and journal writing. It’s a practice, taking us away from the noise, social media, and thrum of daily life. Reflection is good for the soul, and our creative growth.
This is really encouraging as I transition from semi-realistic to abstract. What does your muse have to say about approaching abstract work? Looking forward to more reflections!
I would think non-thinking approach would work better because less judgement from self or others would get in the way. .....?
Your reflection is so true. When I'm in the zone, the painting flows from my hand without my conscious volition. I am merely the vessel, and another power guides my hand. It's always good to be ready for that magical moment. when it suddenly bursts upon us.
"the uncreated, eternal life of God, the divine life uniquely possessed by God." As I child of God I appreciated this line in your blog. I look to the Creator of all creation to guide and lead me in my life, in my art. He has given me His life that abides in me by His Holy Spirit. I look, observe or notice creation and it helps me to know God better. I see His amazing order and faithfulness in the return of the seasons each year. I see His love of color, design, texture and so much more as I observe leaves, flowers or the face of another human, all so unique and so special. I see His sense of humor as I observe the platypus. God has given me faith to believe Him and His promise of eternal life. His peace is amazing and His love for all He has created. It makes me want to create to honor Him and as you say to reflect Him.
I don't remember where I wrote that line! But thank you, I agree with this comment, life is here in the eternal now!
This was the blog it was written in. Noticing, The Meaning of Life
And the essence of being an artist
True reflection, if we slow down long enough, yields helpful insights. Sometimes even breakthroughs for our problems or creative roadblocks. I think this is the gift of stream of consciousness and journal writing. It’s a practice, taking us away from the noise, social media, and thrum of daily life. Reflection is good for the soul, and our creative growth.
This miraculous, magical process happens with my writing, too, when I write about art. You put it so beautifully.
I love the phrase “state of no-mind.” What a perfect way to describe it.
This is really encouraging as I transition from semi-realistic to abstract. What does your muse have to say about approaching abstract work? Looking forward to more reflections!
I would think non-thinking approach would work better because less judgement from self or others would get in the way. .....?
Your reflection is so true. When I'm in the zone, the painting flows from my hand without my conscious volition. I am merely the vessel, and another power guides my hand. It's always good to be ready for that magical moment. when it suddenly bursts upon us.