This past weekend I saw the movie "Julie and Julia". It is the story of a woman - an unrealized writer - who desires something more in her life. She has an unsatisfying job, a self-important group of friends (she's not always the nicest person herself) and the longing to be a writer. She also likes to cook. With her supportive and patient husband's encouragement she decides to cook her way through the Julia Child cookbook and blog about it. She gives herself a year for the project.
At the same time, we are given the story of how Julia Child became 'Julia Child'. She is an affable woman who loves to eat and wants something to do with her time while her husband is employed in Paris. She attends Le Cordon Bleu and learns the art of French cuisine. There she is noticed by a couple of women who are writing a French cookbook for Americans. Julia helps them make their cookbook more accessible to the American audience.
In both cases, their stories end with them being noticed. Julie, the writer, ends up with a book based on her blog entries and then this movie. Julia ended up with her cookbook but also became a television personality and a major influence in the history of American food.
Julie was 30 when it happened for her. Julia was closer to 50.
So, why were they noticed? What did they do? How did they get there?
I have been trying to figure this out since the first showing of my work 10 years ago. What will it take for me to be noticed as an artist?
I have also tried to figure out why I long for more, when clearly, I have so much. I have always believed that I was meant to make a difference. That my life was to be a legacy of something good. This has been my understanding from the beginning. It is why I try to create art that is accessible and light-filled with meaning and insight.
I am grateful for the support I have. I am surrounded by people that believe in me. My art has opened doors and created relationships I had never imagined. I have been able to do things, go places and meet people all over. My world has expanded greatly.
And yet, I wonder when will I be noticed?
I am constantly looking for ways to put myself - my art - out into the world. I have had moments when I thought this is it, this is when I will be discovered. These were the times when I believed I would be thrown into the national/international spotlight. Each time they have passed with a quiet little 'whoosh'.
I have auditioned for television shows, sent my portfolio to numerous galleries, shot a television pilot, lead creativity groups, donated hundreds of pieces to organizations across the country, I have even sold the painted shirt off of my back. I have gathered my creative friends for brainstorming the road to my success. I have designed clothes, landscapes, graphics, interiors, theater sets, costumes, murals, children's books. My work has been shown in businesses, restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, fairs, gift shops and galleries. My line of art cards is scattered across the country as well are my prints on canvas. I have been the presenting artist for several events both locally and nationally. My art has been used as the 'image' of several businesses.
My life is centered on being creative, being an artist. It is what I eat, drink and sleep.
I will continue to put myself out into the world. I will face it's give and take. I will.
What does it take to be noticed?
Be good,
Scott
At the same time, we are given the story of how Julia Child became 'Julia Child'. She is an affable woman who loves to eat and wants something to do with her time while her husband is employed in Paris. She attends Le Cordon Bleu and learns the art of French cuisine. There she is noticed by a couple of women who are writing a French cookbook for Americans. Julia helps them make their cookbook more accessible to the American audience.
In both cases, their stories end with them being noticed. Julie, the writer, ends up with a book based on her blog entries and then this movie. Julia ended up with her cookbook but also became a television personality and a major influence in the history of American food.
Julie was 30 when it happened for her. Julia was closer to 50.
So, why were they noticed? What did they do? How did they get there?
I have been trying to figure this out since the first showing of my work 10 years ago. What will it take for me to be noticed as an artist?
I have also tried to figure out why I long for more, when clearly, I have so much. I have always believed that I was meant to make a difference. That my life was to be a legacy of something good. This has been my understanding from the beginning. It is why I try to create art that is accessible and light-filled with meaning and insight.
I am grateful for the support I have. I am surrounded by people that believe in me. My art has opened doors and created relationships I had never imagined. I have been able to do things, go places and meet people all over. My world has expanded greatly.
And yet, I wonder when will I be noticed?
I am constantly looking for ways to put myself - my art - out into the world. I have had moments when I thought this is it, this is when I will be discovered. These were the times when I believed I would be thrown into the national/international spotlight. Each time they have passed with a quiet little 'whoosh'.
I have auditioned for television shows, sent my portfolio to numerous galleries, shot a television pilot, lead creativity groups, donated hundreds of pieces to organizations across the country, I have even sold the painted shirt off of my back. I have gathered my creative friends for brainstorming the road to my success. I have designed clothes, landscapes, graphics, interiors, theater sets, costumes, murals, children's books. My work has been shown in businesses, restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, fairs, gift shops and galleries. My line of art cards is scattered across the country as well are my prints on canvas. I have been the presenting artist for several events both locally and nationally. My art has been used as the 'image' of several businesses.
My life is centered on being creative, being an artist. It is what I eat, drink and sleep.
I will continue to put myself out into the world. I will face it's give and take. I will.
What does it take to be noticed?
Be good,
Scott
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Scott Ward: :( This blog brought a tear to my eye. You very eloquently verbalized a feeling many feel. Of course, you have had so much greater public exposure than most others. I know it is not what you want, but you have been "noticed" by many individuals. Whenever I mention you to others, they cheer up and smile and express a genuine love of your work. Your art has affected people in a good way. I wish I had had such an effect on people. You are one of the truly beautiful people in the world, and it would be a worse place if you didn't put out what you do. Again, I know that is is not what you want in the way of being "noticed", but what you have already is pretty wonderful.
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