Friends, how do you interpret a "Masterpiece"? I did not mean to copy famous artists' paintings. When I got this theme, I thought of children's wonderful paintings! Their unique and free drawings. How often I've heard from parents who boast their children are so talented. Indeed, children are so talented and the potential is unlimited! I'm very happy to hear parents passionate talks.
When I sketch people an outside, often young children talk to me and ask me to let them draw together. I'm very happy. They are full of confidence and so proud of their works. "Look, look!" they show off their work. I genuinely admire their paintings. But around 6 or after 6 years old, children say, "I'm not good as you," or "I do not do drawing. I do such-a-such." Children compare themselves with me or others and avoid drawing. I wonder if our too competitive society has stepped over these sensitive and talented children. If so, it is very sad.
In my workshops, the most important goals are two. I want children to know the joy of watercolour. And I want all participants have self-esteem and confidence. My workshop is not a competition. All children are wonderful achievers.
After my workshops, I hope children will keep enjoying drawing and watercolour painting whle throgh their lives.
Friends, Happy Painting!
May 6 "Masterpiece" EDiM for Sydney Sketch Club
Wonderful blog Sadami. Yes, too often children's art is put aside as just random scribbling or incomplete when in fact every piece they create has great meaning if one looks deeper. Have a wonderful day!
ReplyDeleteThank you very much for your enouragements and I agree with you. An art therapist will read the profound meaning in children's work. Best wishes, Sadami
DeleteYes, children create masterpieces! A great interpretation for today's task!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Judy, for sharing the thoughts! Best wishes, Sadami
DeleteBeautiful choice for the word Masterpiece! Lovely girl, so engrossed in her creations, she doesn't care if others like them because, to her, they are all masterpieces :)
ReplyDeleteThank you, Rhonda, yes, indeed, for children, their works are masterpieces and for their parents, too! Cheers, Sadami
DeleteThose children are indeed lucky to be in your workshops -- they will surely continue to make masterpieces with you as their teacher! More power to you - for your paintings and your teachings:)
ReplyDeleteThank you. It's my great joy. Kids are so lovely. Empower children and clients -- is one of my strategies and goals. Cheers, Sadami
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