The GIT Girl Magazine Volume I: July/August 2014 | Page 30

feel that magical pull of art and creativity in one way or another and the need to have it in our lives. The satisfaction one gets from creating a piece of art is incredible and unlike any other feeling. I want to help those that feel they are not creative, do not have the skill set, or maybe feel they do not have the time to create art. As well as inspire those of you who already have a love of the arts. I want to show you the personal journey of how artists have found and harnessed their creative voice and ability, and what it took for them to achieve their level of success. I want us to all learn how they were able to find the time, hone their skills, and artistic ability; and help motivate you to find the time, learn the skills, and find your own unique and creative voice within yourself. Aristotle once said " The aim of art is to represent not the outward appearance of things, but their inward significance." How beautifully true that is. I look forward to going on this journey with you all and discovering together the personal and inspirational stories of art! Julie Andrews is a freelance artist living in Houston, TX. For more information on Julie and her art, visit her on Facebook at www.facebook.com/julie.andrews.9469 or on Instagram @sweetblueberrynights 29 Gentle Curiosity There is almost a magical quality about silhouettes. Our eyes are immediately drawn to the image and to the mood or feeling it creates. In this shot, a boy on the shore is reaching out to touch something with a gentle hand. Exposing a Modern Vintage Soul This capture has important meaning to me on a personal level. It marks the beginning of a journey in to self portraits, which for me was a way to challenge and confront insecurities I had within myself. Simple Marvel of Nature I am often awe struck by incredible beauty of nature. A flower is a relatively common thing and we can all readily agree they are beautiful. Yet we often overlook the full scope of their true magnificence. This shot is all about magnifying the marvelous beauty of a simple flower.