Life as Art, Art as Life

I am an artist. That means Art is the sun in my solar system. My life simply resolves around that truth. I could not exist without creating, without deeply observing the world, and feeling the need to express my heartfelt reactions to it.

I have cleared the mundane hurdles by modern standards; I have sold most of my art. I have hung in galleries. I have been published. I have held many residences. Worked as professional Instructor in an accredited Art school, and had a professional studio and gallery. I have had 5 patrons. Most of this on a regional or local level. The icing on the cake? A bottomless drive to paint or draw.

Has Art made me a living? HARDLY! Is the addiction to paint, or draw enough to compensate for a modest living? YES!  I feel inspired, rich in creativity, and still passionate after 4 decades of being a living and breathing artist. Now, years later, I am still grateful for my life as an artist.