There Are No Rules In Creativity

As artists, we are constantly evolving, not just in our creative practice, but also as human beings. The art world has constantly been evolving and embracing new technologies, materials, and ideas. Even if they don’t advertise it outright. Personally, as we embrace these changes, we create something that nobody has ever seen before.

We often hear people say that everything has been created, and there is nothing new under the sun. However, I disagree with this statement. Art is an ever-evolving field, and new styles and ways of expression keep emerging. Think about the Renaissance-style paintings, the Impressionists, the surrealist movement, or the evolving style of Picasso. These artists created something that was groundbreaking and new, and yet, some critics didn’t consider it good art. This is because many people in the art world discourage new things that they don’t fully understand… especially if they have nothing to compare it to.

Labels and categories are a significant part of the art world. People tend to categorize everything and try to make sense of the world through these labels. We feel good when we can tell ourselves that we are a portrait artist who works in a particular style or an abstract artist who works in a different manner. However, it’s dangerous to fall into anything rigid, especially regarding creativity. Creativity is ever-expanding, and we cannot hold it back unless we put it in a box.

Children represent the purest form of creativity. They create without worrying about whether it is good art or bad art. They concern themselves with what they are creating. As children get introduced to new materials and ideas, they can create some really amazing things that are a representation of the way they see the world.

However, as we grow older, we get introduced to what art is supposed to be, and we start worrying about whether our work is fine art. The art world becomes more complicated, and we start to wonder whether our work is a craft or a hobby or something else entirely. We need to stop worrying about these labels and focus on creating what we want to create. Art is not just about producing something that looks good or has a particular value. Art is about expressing ourselves and creating something that represents who we are.

In conclusion, as artists, we must embrace change, new ideas, and new ways of expressing ourselves. We need to let go of labels and focus on creating what we want to create. We need to remember that art is a representation of who we are. So, let’s keep growing, evolving, and creating something that nobody has ever seen before… by not worrying about the rules.