Wednesday, February 1, 2012

The Artists Manifestoa: A World View and Basis for Personal Commitment and Progress


Many art manifestoas have been declared throughout history and if one loves history, philosophy, political science, social science, activism, etc., some time and effort can be spent on their review and critique out in WebWorld.

At this time, I am willing to personally commit to something simple and straightforward that supports artist personal development that will help guide me and that embraces the many roads that others may take as well. I do not yet care to adopt a much larger or far-reaching one that may address the type of art to which I commit or that promulgates a particular social agenda or that tries to change the world through artist collaboration as yet. I sense that my commitments to further principles will continue to evolve over time. I appreciated this one which is outwardly inclusive with Respect for Diversity but focuses to a great extent on nourishing the strength of one's own Inner Voice by Amelia Critchlow.

(1)   We are all artists/ creators
(2)   Know the source of your passions. Therein lies the root of your art.
(3)   Research continuously
(4)   Ask questions relentlessly
(5)   Never accept anything anyone says as a given "truth". Find your own truth and express it.
(6)   Know what you enjoy
(7)   Do what you enjoy
(8)   Master and refine your own talents (Not others)
(9)   Do something every day, if not every week, to feed your art
(10) Never let criticism stop you from doing your art, ever

Conclusion: I will walk this walk. Continue to nourish and listen to the Inner Voice. Be Inclusive and Respect the Diversity.

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