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“The great composer does not sit down to work because he is inspired, but becomes inspired because he is working.” — Ernest Newman
The most engaging aspect of the creative process for me is the dialogue that takes place between myself and the blank canvas. Each mark made and every color used has its own voice. Alone, these voices are atonal, but if they work together they can create a visual harmony. When I am working, I am completely focused on the piece in front of me. I am listening so intently that I block out everything, immersing myself in the composition. It is this state of transcendence that keeps me coming back every single morning to explore.
Each piece starts with a basic element, or building block such as a line, shape, or color. I twist, turn, bend and stretch these elements searching for their hidden potential, similar to the experience of teaching oneself how to play a musical instrument. After a time of experimentation, I eventually feel equipped to play this “instrument” and begin the process of composing.
When it ceases to be me pushing the tools on the surface, but rather my hand and tool being pulled, I know I am on the right path.
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