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Art by 7 year olds
I hope none of those kids is planning a career in the art world.
Posted to
XX Factor
by
JE Roethel
on
May 1, 2009
My Child Could Paint That
What about kids like Akiane? (http://www.artakiane.com) She's definitely got a gift... she had some instruction since she was little, but her early art (before instruction) at 3 years old is incredible for a small child... and most definitely NOT abstract. Her visions for her artwork now and always have come from God though. She was never ...
Posted to
Culturebox
by
mbenner
on
October 8, 2007
My Child Could Paint That
Marla, the elephants, and perhaps even your own brilliant progeny may be terrific painters—but they're not artists. This is because art is not just about making things or slapping pigment on canvas; it's also a way of thinking and seeing. I'm so glad to see this in print. I couldn't agree more. As an artist and a parent of 3 children... there's a ...
Posted to
Culturebox
by
xlil_bitx
on
October 8, 2007
art is neither soiology nor economics
Art is the giving, loving, exultant essence of living existence. As an artist, or anyone that experiences a joyful sense of awe in the nature of creation, tapping into the power of 3 billion children's gentle gifts is all you will ever need for inspiration.
Posted to
Culturebox
by
Rudi
on
October 6, 2007