I think this is going to be my new motto, and a refreshing new motto it is! I have always been an artist that plans very carefully, executes to match exactly the vision in my mind, and 98% of the time, I end up barely enjoying the final piece. After 6 days of encouragement to "just go with it", "play with purpose", and "find the gems" I relaxed and let the art drive itself.
I believe this kind of approach to art is exceptionally helpful to artists of all skill-levels. Newer artists are afraid of "failure" and more seasoned artists tend to be stuck in patterns they know are successful. When applied to projects like we completed this week, these words of advice were able to be absorbed and demonstrated more easily. I think sometimes, as a teacher, I get wrapped up in perfection of techniques and the element of creation is forced to take the backseat.
So what will I take back to my classroom? The ability to be more open to the idea of letting the gems guide the direction of the artwork. In the end, there will be an "a-ha!" moment and a successful piece of art to show for it.
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