Keep Moving Forward

This morning I read two quotes on Face Book that I thought applied particularly to artists. They were "Follow Your Dreams" and "Keep Moving Forward". Although we have often heard the first quote and the second is a staple in motivational speeches, both are so important for artists to keep in mind (either separately or jointly) as we more forward in pursuing our careers. The creation of our art is most certainly our dream and to continue to paint, sculpt or "make" art in whatever form in the face of adversity such as a poor economy, unkind comments from those who view our work, etc. most certainly requires a strong backbone to "follow our dreams". But follow them we do . . . and we must. Although we do often face negativity and roadblocks from other directions the desire to create our work - our passion - wins out and we make the decision to keep moving forward in the creation of pieces that express our own view of the world around us. Imagine what the world would be without art. Thank goodness artists do "keep moving forward" to "follow their dreams!"
Shown above "Fallen Birch" mural - visit http://www.hughbanksart.com/equine-art/murals.php to see more examples.