Artists can get caught up in competition and the need for “success” as much as anyone. For me, art has to be fun. If it stops being fun my inspiration dries up. It can be a delicate balance. When my work stops being fun I like to play a little by making children’s craftContinue reading “Arts and Crafts Day”
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Do Not Forget to Play
“Over the Mountains, Across the Plains, to Grandma’s House We Go” — Copyright 2012 by R.A. Robbins Available in the Espirational Gallery. Do not forget to play in life and really enjoy it.” —Eileen Caddy I believe that creating art is about play and having fun. Today’s art is “Over theContinue reading “Do Not Forget to Play”
Don’t be chicken! Everybody Dance!
Rediscover the Magic
play stimulates creativity
“When we engage in what we are naturally suited to do, our work takes on the quality of play and it is play that stimulates creativity.” ~ Linda Naiman Fabric art, like shown above, available in the Espirational Gallery.
The principle business of life
“All animals, except man, know that the principal business of life is to enjoy it.” ~ Samuel Butler Fabric art available in the Espirational Gallery.
A child’s world
“A child’s world is fresh and new and beautiful, full of wonder and excitement.” — Rachel Carson Fabric art available in the Espirational Gallery.
Twinkle, Twinkle
Enjoy this sweet, enchanting video of an old childhood favorite.
The rapture that defines moments of pure delight
“Meditators dream of attaining the single-pointed focus that young children experience naturally when they play. Spiritual aspirants long for the rapture that defines moments of pure delight.” ― Victor Shamas, The Way of Play: Reclaiming Divine Fun & Celebration
Luring the Muse
“Often the Muse will not respond to direct and logical requests. She must be lured in with the playful and gentle.” — Jill Badonsky, The Nine Modern Day Muses: 10 Guides to Creative Inspiration for Artists, Poets, Lovers, and Other Mortals Wanting to Live a Dazzling Existence
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