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It is a part of me...

 "Artists are often seen as very emotional, sensitive, vulnerable, and honest people. They tend to be expressive, open, and expressive in their work. Most artists make art to express what they feel inside. Artists have many feelings, so it’s important for them to be able to express themselves through art." Excerpts from https://brilliantio.com/how-do-artists-get-inspired

Too many times, I give up art because of life's demands but no matter how I tried to ignore it, that little voice asking me to hold my pencil and brushes again, will always find its way to me. The spark started when I was young with my pencil and paper held in my hand. I waited frantically to watch my favorite anime shows so I could memorize their facial features, their oddly big eyes, and hairstyle and draw them on my school paper. 90's kids... I am sure if I'll mention one or two animes - you've definitely watched them back in the day. Aside from Ghost Fighter, Doraemon, Flame of Recca, Mojacko, Magic Knight Rayearth (I know that is more than two LOL).. one of the first sketches I can still remember was Wakakusa no Charlotte (CHARLOTTE OF THE YOUNG GRASS 1997). Reminiscing my childhood memories brings a lot of excitement for creative juices. The animation is the same with Cedie and The Trapp Family Singers.

Today, I’ve written  some reflections about life. We cannot go on in this life without experiencing difficulties, sorrows, grief, and heartbreaks no matter how much we try to avoid them. It is His way of molding us to become better people. I always remind myself His love is greater than the unknown.

“Once I have entered this land, all the beauty in the world becomes a part of my being. Without even touching a canvas, I become a first-class painter.”
― Catherine Meurisse, La jeune femme et la mer

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