Genuine Artist?

~ Thoughts on characteristics of a genuine artist ~

• An artist is anyone capable of conceptualizing an emotion, idea, or moment; someone who can express themselves using their imagination. 

• A true artist lives his, or her, craft. 

• An artist gets up thinking about his work. 

• A true artist works at his craft every day. 

• A true artist is passionate about his work.

• A true artist consciously feels this is a lifelong journey in which he, or she, wants to passionately master their craft.

• A true artist is one who inspires others.

"I don't see what is there. I see what can be there" ~ JoJo "The Diorama Guy" (2025)