I believe that artists of every type are commissioned to speak for all of humankind. I myself feel a deep responsibility to use the gift, and sometimes receive comments that surprise me about how what I created has so deeply affected another person. All I know is that if I’m true to myself and true to my God, then what I feel and create will touch others.
I’ve also learned through the years that if I stay true to myself and true to my God and DON’T receive affirmation for my work, that’s okay too. I know in my heart that I followed the call and did the work, and that’s what’s important. (my quote is on a portion of one of my newest paintings).
And by the way, the INSPIRATION for this painting, of which you see a little portion, is a bag of grapefruit a friend gave me. They had stems and leaves still attached and were gorgeous!!! I had to draw and paint them for DAYS before I could eat even one!
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