A new found love affair with ‘ARTS’

    

    Stroke of paint brush, rhythm of music, flow of words, beauty of artistic creation and magic of all things creative– little did I know that these words would form a deep bond in my life, as I experience new found affection towards it, today. Though a sincere and loyal student of ‘Science’, as I saw myself moving towards the magic of words, this writing passion transformed my view completely. 

    While being an advocate of technical aspects, as I transitioned towards creativity, the power of this new love has been totally amazing. Artistic approach and creative inclination has drawn me towards the happiness of life, as arts is all about novel ideas and unique tasks. Without any fixed theories or rigid concepts, arts allow one to experience freedom. It does not limit the artist with predetermined specifications. All it needs is passion, interest, satisfaction and joy.

   Arts always seemed as a ‘distant, untouchable, aloof and foreign’ aspect. Like any other technical person, appreciating the power of an artist or understanding the motive behind one’s creation appeared impossible. Though books, paintings, movies, theater, music and fine arts welcomed me with open arms, it seemed as an unreachable territory always. It is only after my association with the written word, when I realized the true meaning of ‘arts’. The joy of creation offered by every single form of arts cannot be compared to any other experience, as it provides a different level of satisfaction altogether. Though writing has been my passion since childhood, converting it into a full-time engagement brought me closer to the joy of literature.

   Before I dive into the colorful details of this new unusual love affair, let me set the background of this blog topic. While visiting a local wine and arts festival in our neighborhood city, I was amazed by the work of the artists. From abstract painting to object photography, from scenic painting to miniature creations, as this festival celebrated the talent of artists from far and wide, the entire experience opened my eyes towards the love for arts. It made me look at the positivity of creation, as art allows one to be the sole in-charge. It is not about the end product, but the happiness of the process that sets it all apart.

    

     More than the appreciation, reviews, feedback and inputs from the audience, arts is about opportunity to create it all. Besides offering freedom to the artists, arts provide the same level of flexibility to its audience, too. It allows the enthusiastic appreciators to enjoy the creation in their own way, drawing happiness and pleasure from a unique aspect that appeals to them. While this festival kept me engaged and involved for a long time, my feelings of love gathered strength in the process.

     Think about any form of arts - be it music, theater, fine arts or literary wonders, every single domain is linked by the common aspects of freedom, passion, desire and willingness. Though talent is a major factor behind the success of an artist, it cannot materialize into the final output, unless backed by the desire to be responsible. It is the passion of creating something with one’s own hands that sets the game into motion. Arts cannot be evaluated as right or wrong. What may appeal to one may not connect with someone else. Freedom of imagination, flexibility of experimentation and vast, limitless options are the highlights of this interesting field that differs from the boundaries of any technical domain.

     As reasons are the significant participants that can explain a situation clearly, let me share my end of the love story. Let me throw light over the aspects that appeal to me the most.

1.       Power to the creator

Art places the power in the hands of the creator. It allows the artist to design, make, create, blend, write or shape the creation as one desires. By placing the complete responsibility on the artist, it paves way to satisfaction, joy, pleasure and contentment.

2.       Freedom from rules

      Arts cannot be defined by rules, specifications, theorem, logic or guidelines. Besides, it cannot be restricted to a particular language, nationality, culture or location. It is more about novelties and less about stereotypical approach, as arts cannot be created within a set framework. It is this freedom that gives birth to interesting masterpieces every single time. Though freedom may sound exciting and interesting, it should not hurt or play with sentiments of any kind. Functioning within the social boundary, yet creating a novel experience is the strong base of arts.

3.       Closet experience of joy

Arts prompt one to forget about daily hassles, while appreciating the beauty all around. Be it paintings of the nature or soulful rhythms of music, be it influential words of an article or engaging story-line of a stage performance, arts offer joy in its purest form. It forces one to forget about the troubles of life and look at it with a creative outlook.

4.       Novelties and varieties

Arts is all about varieties. No two artists can replicate same creation in the exact same manner, giving rise to novel creations, every single time. It resembles a wide ocean with limitless possibilities, giving rise to unique pieces for the audience.

5.       Full of life

Arts is full of life, joy, zeal, enthusiasm and energy. It can inspire us to experience little wonders of life with an open outlook and unbiased attitude. Arts can pump energy into our system, with enhanced levels of interest.

Though I cannot expect to transfer all my feelings of artistic affection into your hearts as well, I can only wish to share the love with you all. Powered by the new found excitement of this unusual love affair, I hope to continue the journey ahead with each passing day.