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Beyond the Canvas: The Meaning of Art

The Power of a Brushstroke

My Favorite Pastime

Art is one of my favorite pastimes. It was a constant in life from childhood to adulthood. Art is precious to me because it's the one thing I know I am good at, without questioning my skills with doubts.

I still carry the memories of my first art class, of learning to see the world from a different perspective. That feeling has never left. Today, I can spend hours at my kitchen table with a blank canvas, not a thought in my mind as my brush moves from corner to corner. The room is quiet, and nothing else exists at that moment.

Art as a Tool for Freedom

"Beyond the beautiful outcomes, I find that art is a tool which one can use to explore their inner imagination, emotions, and thoughts. The product of creation reflects the internal state of an artist or how they view the world around them. Some of us are naturally inclined to create with our hands, or our minds, to reflect and make sense of our 'inner world'."

Read the full essay: Art as Freedom: A Personal Essay