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Fear of growing up art8/10/2023 I can testify that through good times and struggle, His faithful presence is what makes life a virtual heaven upon this messy earth! Stay with Him, walk in His ways and you will taste the joys of His 'kingdom' - a piece of heaven upon this earth! I am living proof of it. Through it that does not include loss, but rather gain. IfĬircumstances are unpleasant or painful, they wont stay that way forever because He knows about it. Has lovingly filtered everything that touches our lives. The making of art is ultimately an act of faith. There is liberty in knowing that we are loved unconditionally. Finally remember that His "perfect love casts out fear".Avoid assigning negative labels to your art - there are no 'mistakes', 'bad work' or 'failures' in your artisticĭevelopment – perceive all art explorations as powerfully moving you closer to your eventual fruitfulness.Have you ever seen a child stay unchanged day after day? Of course not! Growth is inevitable. Whether we perceive it or not, we ARE growing into adulthood and Keep in mind that nothing is wasted in the kingdom of God He uses all experiences to grow, prune and develop us.Stay unconcerned about the outcome, the joy of creating is your reward. Be lighthearted as you let your art become completely engrossing, involving all your senses like a child.Here are some things to consider when you face your blank canvas: His world is secure and unhampered with lofty concerns. Watch him and you will catch a glimpse of He leaves life'sĬomplexities to his father. Living boldly and free of fear is a distinct privilege of an heir of theĮnjoys much and attempts to explain little. Term encompasses much that mankind has only superficially understood. Vibrant experience, which Jesus calls the 'kingdom of heaven.' The level of trust in his father leaves him or her, completelyīecause of childlike trust, is the key that allows entry to a realm of Learn from the innocence and trust of children.Ĭhild concerns himself with little but living in the With His help you can, and must, walk free. Then remind yourself that Jesus has paid a great price to redeem us and free us from fear. The next time you feel a pang of fear, ask The mere mention of any loss is predictably accompanied with fear. Life then becomes a continual struggle against losing. Strive unconsciously to grasp and hold on to things we esteem. Since the Fall of Man, humanity struggles with an overwhelming sense of loss and a persistent, gripping sorrow. Of work that did not measure up to our expectations… There is the fear of ruining a clean canvas, the loss ofĬredibility in the eyes of another, the loss of a sense of self-worth in the face The miserable, mental monologue is fear and its companion - the desolation Use warm colors, maybe I should try cool colors. "What if itĭoesn’t turn out right? I’ve never been able to draw noses. Involuntary mental conversation is then engaged in, sounding a bit like this. Overcoming fear is unlikely without a practical understanding of the nature of fear and its corresponding response in us.Ī child blank paper and some crayons and he will promptly create vivid,īold interpretations of the world around him. Putting away childish behavior, we take on unnamed fears, insecurities and inhibitions. They are little people createdĪnd creating 'in His image'! In adulthood, we somehow stifle that Their uncluttered minds are not fettered by the opinions of others, or memories of their own prior failures. They respond with gusto to any challenge, conjuring solutions seemingly out of thin air. They have no preconceived notions about how "Suffer little children, and forbid them not to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven." KJV Mat 19:14Īre intuitively creative. Jesus said ” Except ye be converted, and become as little children, ye shall not enter into the kingdom of heaven.” KJV Mat 18:3 Overcoming fear can also help the artist persist in trying times. The blank canvas or the beginning of a new project, instead of being thrilling experiences, can become fraught with stress.įear can free you to boldly explore new, exciting territory. Lifetime woodenly creating uninspiring, repetitive art. PloddingĪlong within the self-imposed boundary, the fearful artist can sometimes spend a Nurture growth? As brief as a rush of caffeine, they unfortunately only spike aīy fear often brings artists to a halt. But will any of these activities consistently Materials shopping spree, experimenting with unfamiliar media, or even a walk outdoors can help inspire creativity. Imagining that it will birth new creative activity. Every artist I know has a library ofįavorite books and magazines. Museums are a magnet forĪrtists seeking inspiration as well as clues to techniques used by the best artists in the world. Materials are a necessary part of training. Becoming proficient in the use of tools and
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