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Sharone Reef
ART Habens
Having an alternative view, which allows
me to see or understand a concept
through the mind of a child, often inspire
me to go about exploring this same
concept using skills and tools I might
have forgotten about. Many times I find
childrens' simple, step by step learning
more intriguing then the complex of adult
approach to learning. There's something
to be said about the simple things in life,
which I personally find so refreshing and
beautiful.
When I sculpt I mainly create to feed an
hunger to take a piece of clay and re-
shape it; to make a vision in me come
alive. It holds the same excitement as
seeing a baby born - to give life.
Teaching academics or teaching art, both
present favorable circumstances to
examine a concept creatively. Modeling a
creative approach to any task in life, I
encourage my students to do so as well,
using their stregnths to empower their
approach and expression in art.
While I create with expression,
committing to it and completely focusing
on it with complete attention, my efforts
are not dictated by an interest to trigger
viewers elaborations or personal
interpretations. I create for joy. It is food
for my soul. It is the healing vacation I
escape to when my soul asks for peace.
Viewers' discussions, understanding and
personal interpretations come after a
piece has been completed. What is most
important to me is how I feel about my
art.
People associate the word creative with
art. My students' simple approach to
creating has taught me that the meaning
of the word creative is in the thought
process, which leads one to problem
solving, finding adaptable solutions or
knowing how to voice and express. It isn't
necessarily about creating a piece of
artwork. While children can be very
judgemental, I often teach them that the
beauty of art is in their creative thought
process.
I strive to inspire and touch the hearts of
many viewers interest. I hope that
everyone finds some sort of a connection
to my art. I hope it brings many the same
joy and healing peace it is created with.
However I have learned that art is not
always understood, and the interest in
one form of an art or another is a
personal preference.
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