I then had a thought for some personalized silver tags as something personal to make for my family, which led me to jot down ideas for a sampler quilt. One of the "blocks" I created in my mind turned into a sketch for a piece of jewelry entitled Never Ending Love which I couldn't wait to get home to make.
My friends often comment that my mind never stops. And I guess that is true. I get many ideas while waiting in line or in traffic or in waiting rooms. The trick is in remembering them until I can get them down in a notebook or sketch pad.
Inspiration and your great gift to create diverse projects is what makes you so unique. Artists either sketch an idea or go to their musical instrument to play out a thought, sometimes writing out music, while others reach for their camera to take a snap shot in the moment. Artistry is a special gift that if nourished and cherished, can be put aside for a bit and returned to later. You never cease to amaze me. Beyond the wonderful person you are, your artistry is an extension of that person, you. Always carry a sketch pad with you. You will find great pleasure in having your thoughts written down when you are ready. They will come back to you then. I look forward to seeing the growth of your artistry.
ReplyDeleteThank you for such kind encouragement.
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