I think this is very true. Marian's post reminds me that truly this is the highest essence of the arts. It is about self-expression. I have been oh so guilty of saying I don't get why so & so is popular, but I think when this is the case it is because they are getting huge commercial success when others are not. However, commercial success has a lot to do with what kind of marketing dollars are behind the artist. When it comes to the music marketplace, its not always about art. Its about making $. Still, I like your reminder, Marian that criticizing can also be avoiding one's own creativity...
>>>As a mom, I make a big effort not to compare one child with another. I try to be supportive of all of their creative and other efforts at learning and growing. In my view, in an ideal world, we would all approach each other in this manner. We would all urge/encourage each other to find and express what is inside. It is my view that criticizing others is a way of avoiding exploring one's own creative urges/abilities.<<< ******************************************** Kate Bennett www.katebennett.com sponsored by Polysonics Discover the Indies at Taylor Guitars: http://www.taylorguitars.com/artists/awp/indies/bennett.html ********************************************
