As I create these colored cutouts, it seems to me that I advance joyfully to meet whatever awaits. I do not believe I have ever experienced such peace and harmony as in making these cutout papers.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Creating cutouts brings joy and peace, advancing the artist with harmony and confidence.
- In plain terms
- Making cutouts fills me with joy and peace.
- What can you take from it?
- Find creative processes that bring you joy and inner peace.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does your work bring peace?
- How do you feel creating?
Another view
Not all art-making feels peaceful; some is struggle or conflict.
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