I know this has been discussed to death, but it kind of just clicked over from apathy to interest today..
There was an article in one of the art magazine that someone was quoted saying that artists are trying to justify themselves lately, elevating their profession to that of doctors and lawyers, or at least teachers. I think it was called "practicing for the practice", and I started considering this business about practicing art.
Then it came to mind about 2 different types of art, "crazy art" and "crafty art". Crazy Art, if I may, is what I do. And lots of other artist. Shit that looks like it was mind-eye, an idea. Then there's Crafty Art. And I'm reminded of someone like Crista, or this guy in class who carves wood. That takes super amounts of time and skill.
Then I got to thinking how nice it would be to be a full time, hands down, no turning back, super hero artist. Getting to decide how I spend my day. Not having to worry if I'll get fired. I've always wondered about that kind of a job. The self made man.
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I think being a super artist would be ultimately destructive. I would love to have the ability to do whatever I want, but I think that struggling gives the work a kind of strength. If I had ultimate freedom I don't think I would have the same satisfaction of struggling through a piece.
AWWW, who am I kidding, if I could be a superstar I would jump for it in a second.
Are you ever going to come back to Pullman? The wife was just saying how she liked going out to lunch with you.
I sometimes think if I were a superstar artist, I would have all the freedom I could want. Like magically, I'd finally be able to do things my way. I'd sleep in my studio, work through the night, whatever. But I know in the back of my mind, I'm delusional. I'd still have to purpose the needs of others, make friends and family happy, and of course, bend to the needs of my own body. Dammit.
Well Dr. You've had me fooled. You are not who I think you are. I have some sort of an idea, but wow... You've successfully remained anonymous. Make sure you tell Nik, he'll be amused.
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