LIVING THE DREAM
International Artist|Master at Work
Harley Brown's fascinating things no one else will tell you
LIVING THE DREAM

We Do

I don't copy what I see, I do what I see. The difference is that my subject and I are melded together as one. That "one" being my painting or drawing deeply combining with my subject. My subject gives me visual information, which my mind and body apply to paper or canvas. All coming from years of doing.

And Thank Goodness for Art

There are times we feel life hitting us hard, and we're not able to face the days ahead. I've had plenty of this, and each time I wonder how I can handle such moments. Then into my mind comes my saving grace: do art! Yes, those two words. I've mentioned this a number of times and I'll keep repeating it. There's not a reader out there who doesn't have times of grief or turmoil. Strangely, I'll sometimes not think of that "saving grace" route. That's when my subconscious mind nudges my conscious mind to get with it and grab a pencil and paper.

We know that the art is not going to solve our problems, but we can face them stronger and better. My internal energy and durability come from creating. It helps me continue believing in myself. And that alone gives me confidence and a mighty will to push forth.

I'll add this: There have been periods when I sold nothing; moments my life was in the ditch. I remember them well. I also remember even then, creating art kept me floating, generally with an eager grin on my face. Being at my easel has always been my power pill.

Live that Fantasy

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