- What fuels your art making?
- Do you find inspiration every where or in specific places or situations?
- Can you be inspired in your studio, by music or is it public activity?
Today, I was trying to get 12,000 steps, so I walked around the lake with my phone. I decided to let myself stop and take photos whenever I felt so moved. I took the shot even when it did not seem to be as pleasing through the lens, as it did to my naked eye.
Our eyes are so fast and amazing. They can selectively focus and see beauty. But the camera sees it all without the same ability to selectively focus.
I guess that is our job – as artists, to help the viewer focus.
I took 231 photos today. If I have 20 that are pleasing then that will be good enough. Many of the shots were trying to capture bits of color, texture or inspiration that I can use back in the studio.
I offer this idea to you:
Take your art making for a walk. Try it!
Try to let go of any excuse that may come up:
- bad weather
- boring location
- time of day
- too busy
Just grab your phone and walk out the door with your artist eyes!
Enjoy!