STAR: What’s integral to the work of
an artist?
S.RAGAN: Imagination is the key to any
great art. Seeing a vision of a work, and then
making it real. I say the ability to take an idea,
and create something 2D or 3D from that
idea, that is the miracle of art. An artist sees
life differently than others that may not have
that ability. It is a gift from God. Also, art is
such a personal thing. Give a group of artists
the same thing to paint, and each painting will
be so unique, because, each person is unique.
STAR: What role does the artist have
in society?
S.RAGAN: Art makes everything better, it
colours our world. We read poetry to connect
with others, to feel their joy or pain, we see a
beautiful painting, and something touches us.
We are changed by the imagination of others.
I believe art is one of the greatest gifts of all.
STAR: Could you tell us some interest-
ing facts about your life?
S.RAGAN: I have travelled to many lands,
including china, Indonesia, Greece, Italy, Eng-
land, Germany, Hong Kong, Thailand, and the
USA. I graduated college with a Bachelor’s de-
gree in Art History. I have won many times at
the Fest for Beatles Fans art contest, held in Chi-
cago, IL. I am married for almost 21 years, and
have a twin sister, and am an Aunt to her two cats.
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