The Life and Soul of Art: How Inanimate Objects Inspire and Shape the Creative Journey

In my creative journey, inanimate objects breathe life into my art. They're not just tools, but active participants in the process. Take a simple piece of charcoal, for example. It's more than just a drawing tool. It carries its own personality, story, and potential for creation. And let's not forget about vibrant tubes of paint! Each object adds its own distinctive hue and character to every piece.

But it doesn't stop there. Brushes, easels, and canvases also contribute their unique essence to my art. It's like having a dynamic and evolving dialogue with my tools. They influence me just as much as I influence them, shaping the journey of creation.

I've always felt a connection with my art supplies, and maybe you do too. When I was younger, magenta crayon had a vibrant personality and became my go-to coloring tool. Now, she's resurface, becoming a prominent part of the series I'm currently working on for Art2Life.

Recently, I stumbled upon a fascinating podcast by Joshua Schrei titled Inanimate Objects aren’t Inanimate (Or Objects) that challenged the notion of inanimate objects being lifeless. It made me reflect on the relationships I have with various objects in my world—rocks, books, even crayons. In myths and fairytales, everything has a story to tell and possesses its own life. We encounter talking trees, singing stones, and even moving hedges. While it may seem like pure fantasy, scientific advancements are blurring the boundaries between the living and the non-human, revealing that inanimate objects are not devoid of life.

This podcast helped me remember that the world is teeming with animacy, and by acknowledging this, we can redefine our connection with the universe itself. So, if you have the chance, I highly recommend listening to this captivating podcast and immersing yourself in its message. I'd love to hear your thoughts and how it resonates with your own creative journey.