A Question of Need

We need tools to create. These might be tools within us like thought and voice, or external tools like a pen and paper. Depending on the medium, the tools will range from simple to complex, and some will be affordable while others will be completely out of reach. If tools were made available to those who showed effort and merit, I wonder what wonders would result. Some societies provide creative tools without charge for children to explore their ideas and potential. An adult's need for progress is no less.

The Start of Day

I have started the day early ever since I enjoyed the company of my infant son who woke at dawn with an abundance of energy and enthusiasm.

I now work alone during these moments of quiet which is my most productive creative period.

This time feels like the day's spring when all is hope and possible.

Each day I stop to watch the great unfolding light. It is a good time to be.

The Separation of Art and Artist

I listen to a composer disparage a piece they have recently completed as nothing but a show of sentimental nonsense. He is proud of his ability to manipulate the listener’s emotional response.

Knowing this, my intellect and heart run dry. If however I hear a piece without knowledge of the person who created it, that same piece could do what all good art can do and move my body and mind.

Art may be full with soul and beauty, despite the originator's lack of genuine intention.