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Dee Kirkham's avatar

Clint, love this and so inspirational! As an artist(painter) it is always exciting for that idea that God has give and put it on canvas. Catching a moment in time and its beauty so others can have that enjoyment and see Gods creations! Thanks for giving us such a wonderful platform to share our creations.

Lynn Young's avatar

Profoundly mystically written. My first DUET: Visual & Verbal titled:, DUET: THE MADONNA, speaks of the light... without which & whom nothing exists. So easy not to see. I find myself in blindness. The blindness causes me to begin trying to "see" again. I am & have been quite ill lately.... a gift, an invitation into deep contemplation. Thank you dear friend for your words. Lynn

Deborah R McAllister's avatar

Thankyou for this uplifting post!

Terry Cooke Hall's avatar

Wow! This is such a great reminder where our inspirations come from. Thank you for sharing this! It's beautiful!

Kathi Gerritsen's avatar

Love this post! I appreciate the reminder to ask God to work/create through me. Blessings!

Brenda Peake's avatar

Beautifully written! Thank you for reminding us where our inspiration comes from!🙏🏻❤️

Barbie Rose's avatar

Thank you Clint for sharing about this important aspect of creating. It brings so much purpose when you know God works through us to bless others and bring such meaning to why we feel the need to create. Thank you so much for sharing!

Jo-Anne's avatar

The connection to spirit/ inspiration flows through us if we let ourselves flow with our work. Connection of soul to the divine, truth to our work and ourselves.

Thank you for articulating and reminding us of the importance in our work… we are all connected.

linda groene's avatar

What a beautiful and true post! Thank you

Tim Giles's avatar

Well put. It’s always so awesome to learn the original context.

Charlotte Baugus's avatar

I love this!!!!!

Biki Maragni's avatar

Love this! It describes my philosophy exactly.

June Dudley's avatar

Clint, I think this is the BEST article that I have ever read by you. It describes me and how I feel about my art. Thank you for writing and sharing this. I think it describes all artists whether they be designers & builders of buildings, poets, or whatever, & why we have such a passion for what we do. Thank you for sharing this.

Clintavo's avatar

Thank you June!

June Dudley's avatar

Clint, I send your article to a special friend of mine who writes poetry. Here is Mike's reply to me, "Thanks for sharing these powerful words and insights. The spirit of creating comes out in art, music, dance and writing from that hidden spiritual place to be in the world. I’m moved by his observations."

Cindy Revell Fine Art's avatar

This so wonderfully explains why we are compelled to create. Not just create art but to make buildings, clothing, gardens etc. that aren't just functional and purposeful. It's like our urge to create is a reminder of creation and the creator.

Clintavo's avatar

Absolutely, this message doesn't just apply to visual art. Modern buildings, suburbs, clothing etc is so "ugly" and utilitarian compared to past ages because, as a society, we are denying this truth about ourselves.

Denice Taylor Rinks's avatar

Thank you for this reminder! I needed to read these words to help me get back to what has driven me all along. It’s our reason of existence as artists. Too often we are pulled away from it trying to survive. I’m ready to get back to thriving again. How about you?!

Clintavo's avatar

I'm getting there.

Edward DeMarsh's avatar

Thank you. I am coming to feel this as well. 🙏