Why do we need to
study when we are in art school? Aren’t we just supposed to use our
imaginations? Creativity, right, that’s what we’re supposed to hone in on. So
why do we need classes like English, History of Art, or Biology?
Now, close your eyes,
and imagine what Michelangelo’s work would look like if he never studied the
human form, or what Hans Arps’ abstractions would look like if he never dove
into the laws of chance, or Monet’s’ work with out the study of light. Think about
all the old masters works, now where would they be without math?
(3333333….)
We never know what
will influence us in our art making, but one thing we know for sure is that
something will.
Something will grip
us, whether its words, forms or science. Something will grab our attention, and
we will base our art off it.
Nothing comes from
nothing, but something beautiful bold and meaningful will come from something
studied, learned and interpreted.
So don’t go into
English comprehension or Mathematics thinking that it’s a waste of time, but
rather go in expecting to see something new. Approach every mundane task with a
raw eye. You never know, you may make something unforgettable out of a urinal.
So go explore, work
hard, and take nothing for granted.
