ratscats

1. When does "artistic nude" lose its meaning? 2. Is it superficial to turn away volunteer models for the sake of an aesthetic photograph? 3. When does "modern art" lose its meaning? 4. Is it a bad photo by virtue of the fact that it is on Instagram? 5. Do mature themes equal artistic maturation or a departure from your roots? 6. Where is the line between over and under processed? 7. Is abstract traditional art just an excuse for not attempting (and failing) at realism? 8. Is it okay to feel a twinge of shame when you talk about your art? 9. Where is the line between "Professional" and "Lacking passion"? Conversely, where is the line

1. You shall never compare yourself to another artist. 2. You shall not call a piece "minimalist" because you are tired of working on it. 3. You shall never be ashamed of old work- it is a reminder of where you started. 4. You shall never blame unsatisfactory photographs on your lack of equipment. 5. You shall never refuse to teach, and dare not refuse to learn. 6. You shall not fear painting- a little lack of control over your strokes is good for you. 7. You will be frustrated, anxious, and angry about your progress at your progress as an artist- you shall not let that stop you. 8. You shall take criticism as it comes, and more impor

I reckon I have something to say about March. March is the friend that will not leave- "Yawn. It's getting late. Yep. Better hit the hay." March is a bully- barking "March!" left.left.left.right.left. March where exactly? Somewhere warmer I guess. The snow now sits in mounds. Just stupid mounds, leaving bald spots that reveal the scabby yellow Earth. March is the awkward preteen phase with acne and braces. But more than any of that, March is you- Winter is dead, lonely longing and Spring is young new love- And then there is March. You. March 13th to be exact: The one that no one really knows what to do with. A fish out of water,