Christine here. I'm not so sure about this "blogging" business. I'm still getting used to self check-out lanes in grocery stores. But with Amanda's help, I'm sure we can muddle through this together.
I guess the whole point of Art in the Boonies is to bring awareness of art to places that ordinarily would have minimal exposure to fine arts. I had a whole list of analogies for the concept like a flower in a desert, or a diamond in a lump of coal- but that's giving the wrong idea. Without getting into a long, drawn-out definition of art (and believe me, you don't want to hear it), it simply is creating for beauty's sake. And whether we realize it or not- we all need it to some degree. And the nice thing is, being in the Boonies makes you appreciate art even more. Now I'm not talking about behaving like Squidward Tentacles with his contrived snobbery and horrendous clarinet playing- I mean letting yourself enjoy something that exisits simply to give a little joy and thought to other people.
Okay, enough with the philosophy and Spongebob references. Moving on.
Ever think about why you like a certain location outdoors, or why you enjoy a certain movie? There may be specific reasons, but basically it's because it makes you feel good. Art should be the same way (yes, movies are an art form, but you get my point!). Creating art can be even better, because it combines that feeling with a sense of accomplishment and pride. All good things, right? Right. Especially if it gives something for other people to enjoy, also. That's kinda the point of art exhibits and museums and galleries. And Hostess fruit pies. Well, maybe not. I just threw that in there to see if you were paying attention.
Great googly-moogly, I just blogged! How did I do? Comments, questions? Bueller?
Peace out, until next time.
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