How do you revere art?

from other artists

There is often that question if god forbid there was a house fire what would you want to preserve ..Or if you went to live on a desert island what of value might you bring with you ?!

For me it is simple ..My people, my animal companions , my photos and my art .

Not the art that I make -but the art that I cherish from other artists ,.

Not for its monetary worth but for the joy it offers me every day .

Many years ago I started to engage in trading my art with other artists. If I was in a group show/event than it was a highlight to bring home art with me -to treasure forever. I also have pottery pieces, glassware and jewellery made by local artisans ..

a sculptural piece by my artist friend Susan Lindsay

I was lucky to have bequeathed to me a large watercolour of my fathers after his death. It depicted a scene from a nearby beach on a grey windswept summer. day. I was in my thirteenth year and it was a pivotal summer in my life. I was angry and resentful of my parents. This painting held meaning for me and it was a special moment in my history ; Even precious still with its nicotine stained frame.

I believe that when we collect the work of others we bring a little of who they are into our homes. Art deserves to be shared and adored.

In this gallery: artists..Kailey Lang, Jeff Foote, Douglas Murray , Lydia Knox, Patti Waterfield Charles meanwell, Rogue Goat, Naomi Tipping, Me

I also feel honoured when fellow artists hang my art on their walls.

There is such a personal , warm feeling in viewing art -and conveying your appreciation by displaying it in your home. I think it’s so very important to appreciate and celebrate other artists!

AI will never hold a candle to the original work of an artist!

Some of the artists featured in this video (including artists named above): Tanya Zaryski, Jane Spakowsky , Fiona Mackenzie, Katharine Kennie , Heather Cook , Mrs Bertimus , Frances Coombe, my grandma Winnifred and a few that are appreciated but alas unnamed here

Do you have special treasures in your living space ?

What is your favourite work of art that you possess -that is not your own ?

Thanks for reading Ageless Artist

Heather

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