FROM THE EDITOR
As artists , we often have personal goals focused on our individual aims and expression . However , we also have the power to expand beyond ourselves and create work that serves a greater universal good . By exploring and highlighting shared human experiences and universal themes , we can use our art to foster connection , empathy , understanding , and positive change within our communities and beyond . This exploration allows us to achieve our personal artistic goals and contribute to a greater good that transcends individual boundaries and promotes a sense of unity and shared purpose . Additionally , art can elicit emotional responses in viewers , prompting them to empathize with the experiences of others . Art offers the possibility to help bridge divides between people and promote greater social harmony and cooperation by cultivating empathy and understanding .
The artists featured in this issue of the magazine skillfully create connections with the viewer that are both powerful and poignant . Their art conveys a sense of shared experience and emotion that transcends individuality and speaks to the human condition and the natural world . Whether through their use of color , form , or composition , these artists have created works that are not only beautiful but also deeply meaningful . As you explore their work , I hope you find inspiration and the spark of connection .
Kari Gorden Editor Encaustic Arts Magazine editor . encausticartsmagazine @ gmail . com