"Cultivate your garden… Do not depend upon teachers to educate you … follow your own bent, pursue your curiosity bravely, express yourself, make your own harmony… In the end, education, like happiness, is individual, and must come to us from life and from ourselves. There is no way; each pilgrim must make his own path. "Happiness," said Chamfort, "is not easily won; it is hard to find it in ourselves, and impossible to find it elsewhere."-- Will Durant
Being self taught is a true experience. I've considered going back for my art degree many times but feel it would strip me of the essence of who I am as an artist. The journey has been interesting, quirky, and difficult at times but rewarding.
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Thank you! Some words good to read.
What media do you usually prefer? Don't feel bad about being self taught, however you could learn new techniques to incorporate with your own just by taking a class/course or two.
Thanks for your comments! I have taken several courses over the last 5 years, and will probably do that again. I work mainly in acrylics, and mixed media. I've learned to stay true to my inner muse, and follow my creative urges. Every day is an adventure.
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