how I know I’m an artist – part 1

By tracey. Filed in art and life, I am an artist  |   
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A few weeks ago, in my art therapy group (Creating Your Heart’s Desire), we did intuitive drawings on large sheets of paper hung on the wall. We used pastels, which I rarely use in my regular art. I noticed the next day that there was a smudge of lime green pastel on the sleeve of my hoodie. I was so excited and wore that smudge all day like a quiet little personal badge of honor. Unfortunately, I eventually washed the hoodie and the smudge is gone now. But today I’m wearing that hoodie again and I remember the smudge and I’m reminded: Yes, I am an artist. What a happy, freeing thought that is for me.

3 Comments

  1. Comment by Brian Dumas:

    Neat site! I guess I can say I know a bonafide artist now. Keep up the good work!

    Cheers!

    Brain

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  2. Comment by joanne thieme huffman:

    Sadly, I have too many clothes with art remnants.

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  3. Comment by Judy Streger:

    Oh, I have spaghetti sauce on my shirt so I must be a cook. LOL All kidding aside, how empowering that a smudge can make you feel good about yourself.

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