Today, watching that yellow and red face sink below the horizon. Wondering: "Does knowledge of the artist affect my love for the art?". Sky looks beautiful - if it was painted it would look like a romanticized sunset (is that possible?) and I would not like the painting. But it's God's art, and I know that it's real - there is no mimesis here. That's why it is beautiful.
Why does knowledge of the artist make me love their art a little more? Am I surprised that people in my life are extremely talented? If you can express yourself, keep going! One of my best friends recently answered the question: "What is your greatest fear?" with "not being able to express myself." I'm learning that that is an important fear, because expression is part of the deep soul God has given us. Part of being made in God's image is expression, and I'm trying to be open to expressing the goodness of God to anyone who is listening.
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hmm. That's something I struggle with too. I think most people do. Being able to express themselves well....but especially being able/willing to express their love for the greatest Artist of all.
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