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Should I Make Art?
The answer is always yes.
Without art, in its many forms, the world would be a cheerless, drab, unpleasant place. Art, I would argue, is what most sets human beings apart from the rest of the animal kingdom.
Human beings have been creating art for over 45,000 years. Cave paintings are part of our collective history. What constitutes art has evolved over the years and is still evolving.
Most people think of paintings, books, music, sculpture, and architecture as art. All of which are. But it extends far beyond this.
Much of the art in our world is taken for granted. Food — combining herbs, spices, salt, acid, and so on — is art. Cars are art. Even the electronic devices we rely on to communicate across the globe are a form of art.
It’s for this reason, and more, why the answer to the question “Should I make art?” is always yes.
Just do it
Many forms of art spark controversy. That’s because some are created specifically to disrupt, question, and awaken empowerment and change.
The majority simply fits itself into everyday life. That thing you have that was designed and crafted by somebody, even if it’s just practical.
