What makes art, art? What criteria elevate mere mortals to the exalted title of “artist?”
It is a question august scholars have grappled with, argued, defined, and debated. There have been entire books written on the subject. Some say if you call it art, then it is art. Experts stipulate art must be beautiful, or they impose conditions that demand skill, training, and sophistication. Each requirement is open to interpretation and personal preferences. I have not found the committee that makes the final determination.
I regard art as a vehicle used to convey information, a concept, a belief, a thought, an emotion — feelings. An artist creates. They mold a mishmash of disparate materials, manipulating them to construct an extraordinary means of communication. Not everyone understands the artist’s language, but still, the message can change everything. I don’t get caught up in labels and titles and hair-splitting nuances. Instead, I…
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The Reluctant Poet 
Thank you for sharing. 💕☕💕
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