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Friday's Special Moment of Gratitude

7/18/2013

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                                        An artist cannot fail; it is a success to be one.  Charles Horton Cooley

Did you every have one of those weeks?  Not a bad week.  Not a great week.  Just a week.  That's how I feel today.  When I picked up my pastels nothing turned out like I wanted it to.  I kept trying but things just didn't work.  So I decided it was time for a rest.  Then I found the above quote and everything turned around. I started to ask myself simple questions.  What if the product didn't matter as much as the opportunity?  Shouldn't the fact that I have the time, the space, and the supplies be something to be very grateful for?  Should I expect that every time I paint I will fall in love with what I do or should I be grateful for the chance to create, to play, to experiment, and to enjoy the moment? 

Success comes in all shapes and packages.  It means different things to different people. Success is often described differently at different stages of  life.  Tonight success means I have found a quote that makes me think about myself as an artist.  It makes me question and ponder what is important to me - is it the process or the final product or is it a little of both?  I don't think this is something I will be able to answer right away.  I am going to take my time and think about it.  This is not what I expected to write but I am grateful for finding the quote. And I am sure it will be interesting uncovering the answers. 

What about you?  What does success look like, or sound like, or feel like to you?  Is it different now than it used to be?  Is it different from one day to another.  It is fun to ask yourself questions.  Questions lead to answers which often lead to new and renewed energy.  Where do you think your answers might take you?  

                     When you share your dreams and talents with the world, magic happens. Let the magic begin!

 PS  Circle of Dreams starts in September.  The circle is filled with women of all ages who want to support each other as they begin to follow their dreams.  We would love to have you join us!

I have linked this post to Paint Party Friday a wonderful place to meet inspiring talented artists.  We would love to have you join the party.
16 Comments
Nicole/Beadwright link
7/18/2013 02:26:45 pm

First I really like this post. Your art is always amazing and so inspiring. Yes success has changed for me or should I say the meaning of it. I am reminded every day to be thankful for who I am and what I have achieved. Art is the bonus!

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gloria link
7/18/2013 02:43:12 pm

I enjoyed your post and your painting feels like a breeze of wind just came by. I like it. Thanks. Happy PPF!
gloria

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froebelsternchen link
7/18/2013 03:32:30 pm

wonderful thoughts wonderful posting!

I like your painting!
xxx and happy PPF!
Happy PPF!

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denthe link
7/18/2013 05:04:49 pm

I love that vibrant green in your work! Succes to me is when I am left with a happy joyous feeling from painting or arting. And if that comes after a bit of struggle the taste of it is even sweeter ....

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ilona link
7/18/2013 08:20:31 pm

"An artist cannot fail; it is a success to be one!" I think, I need to write this on my wall in front of my working space. Maybe it can help me to succeed in becoming what I want to be? :-)
Thank you once again for your thought-provoking and thoughtful post!
Your art work turned out to be beautiful, energetic and full of atmosphere!
Happy PPF
Ilona xx

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Linda K
7/18/2013 08:32:08 pm

beautiful painting...love the quotes... and nice post all around! Happy PPF!

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Shahrul Niza Mir Hamzah link
7/18/2013 10:31:21 pm

What a lovely thought :). Am certainly thankful for all the time I have to create art, and to have blissful, restful sleep :). Beautiful painting yet again this week!

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gina link
7/19/2013 02:26:42 am

There is so much wisdom is this quote, Ginny. I think we all get those blahs at one time or another. I have to remind myself that after the highs follow lows -- we can't always be full of creative energy. We have to trust that it will come back. Have a restful weekend!

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Kate link
7/19/2013 12:47:33 pm

Such love ly insight and I think a beautiful painting. When I was in Jackson today a woman was painting in pastel at the visitor center. It was a beautiful landscape and it made me think of you.

Kate

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janice link
7/19/2013 01:48:01 pm

Beautiful piece...such vibrant colors. The quote is just perfect as well. It really helps take the pressure off, doesn't it? I love that you're grateful just to have the opportunity to create. I feel the same way!

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Alexandra link
7/19/2013 02:24:55 pm

What a lovely painting. So beautiful and I really love the quote you start your post out with. :)

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Sharon Fritchman link
7/19/2013 07:28:57 pm

Your painting and entire post are absolutely beautiful and very inspirational! Thank you for sharing your talent with us!

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Julie link
7/20/2013 05:42:34 am

Hi Ginny, I love this painting, I think it's one of my favorites, it has wonderful energy. I've been reading your last few posts, thanks for all the wisdom. And such a great quote you've found, it is very inspiring. My idea of success changes over the years and sometimes days.

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giggles link
7/20/2013 12:26:52 pm

This is a favorite quote of mine “To laugh often and love much; to win the respect of intelligent persons and the affection of children; to earn the approbation of honest citizens and endure the betrayal of false friends; to appreciate beauty; to find the best in others; to give of one’s self; to leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child, a garden patch or a redeemed social condition; to have played and laughed with enthusiasm and sung with exultation; to know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived—this is to have succeeded.”

As for being an artist/writer...success is when people read my blog because they want to, not because they feel obligated to....it's when I love a piece of my own art and can really enjoy it in my home.... simple really...

As for lulls or losing tract of your ability I always find that a crossroads for real change and improvement in your work. Every artist seems to go through it. This piece you've done seems freer and more vibrant...I feel a new direction coming on!!

Hugs Giggles

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Nic McLean link
7/20/2013 07:01:26 pm

I like this piece - It makes me think of a lovely autumn day - the heat of summer has gone but it's still warm and everything is golden. You have a real gift for making the reader connect with your words - as always, I find myself thinking about what you've written and that wonderful quote you shared and asking myself what success means to me. I think being somewhere I love to wake up every morning and have so much spare time to create and wonderful natural inspiration all around me is success to me. I don't expect to become a famous painter but to sell the odd piece now and again seems like a success too. Thank you for giving us food for thought as always.

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aga link
7/24/2013 04:16:16 am

Dear Ginny, first of all, your painting is so, so beautiful, gorgeous!!! Secondly thank you once again for such supportive thoughts which made me think and feel better about myself. Also good luck with Circle of Dreams, I have been thinking about running women group in my city for over a year now but I do not feel confident enough. However I really feel how much I need it to be, share and create with women. Well done for you Ginny.

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