Art has made me more empathetic towards others in this way because people can share the same feelings with each other. If I were to look at the same painting as someone else and they have the same feeling about the work, we can connect and relate to each other through it. A major part of being an artist is also to be able to connect with the viewers and being relatable to them so that they know they aren’t alone in their feelings. I have been told by many that I am a very caring person and show compassion towards others, no matter who it is. Art has built me into who I am today.
I put everything I am into my work and it shows. It always comes from the heart and is true to me. The critics don’t stop me from pursuing my dream and they never will. It only makes me stronger as an artist and as a person. If I were to stop every time someone tried to bring me down, I would’ve gotten nowhere. Although their opinions do affect me and my work, I always learn from them and try to improve. I am most definitely the hardest on myself and always push myself to do better. I will always push myself to be the best--but not for them, for me.
Stella
Ares Do, 2019