
But we artists are not machines. The muse comes and goes when she wants, of course, I can train her a little, but that also reminds me of creating collections in the fashion industry. Ideas at the touch of a button! Phew, that's not my world any more. It takes a lot of energy, exhaustion is inevitable and, as we now know, it's not good for the environment either.
Which brings me to the next question. Is art environmentally friendly?
A Jan Vermeer van Delft painting, perhaps. In terms of the time it exists, the painting is environmentally friendly.
Art today is often very fast-moving. One great painting after another appears on Instagram every minute. It used to take artists weeks, if not months, to create a work of art. Of course, this was also due to the colours, which took longer to dry. That got me thinking.
And yes, unfortunately, the materials I use are not always ecological. My conscience fights with my pleasure, but I don't want to miss the beautiful effects that result.
Art is always an expression of human creativity and can be expressed in many ways. And in this day and age, there are a multitude of processing options. That's why I think it's important for artists to be aware of their environmental responsibility and make sustainable decisions. Be careful with the storage of toxic materials, and protect yourself during the processing and use of the materials. Many artists have fallen ill because they left containers, paints, turpentine, fine dust etc. open for too long.
And even if the muse doesn't always appear at the push of a button, it's still worth being patient and enjoying the creative process.
Art history also shows that works of art can last a long time and thus make a lasting contribution.
It is inspiring to see how art has developed over time and how artists experiment with different materials and techniques.
I hope art will always be a space of freedom, expression and inspiration.
With this motto, I bid you farewell.
Jutta
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