Aspire to be Inspired.

I have always enjoyed art in all forms. As a child I loved coloring books and bringing out my crafts on a rainy Sunday afternoon. I quickly realized that I should probably leave drawing or painting to others and and got slightly frustrated with trying to find the right medium for myself as an artist.

When I was given my first digital camera I suddenly feel in love. It was a method of going into the world and expressing what I noticed around me. The fact that I didn't need a classroom full of materials but  instead could take the camera wherever I went was also very exciting. It was quick and instant and the missing piece in my life as an artist. The first day I took about 200 photos and I have never looked back. 

This poem was written when I realized I had to stop searching for my art and let it find me. 

Aspire to be Inspired.

There is no point in chasing the horizon,

For it is as real as the colors in a rainbow,

Reflections of a life one would desire,

If you could just fly that little bit higher.

Life will constantly be moving and forever change,

Observe its beauty and let it amaze you,

The way that cut grass tastes of summers past,

And its sweet reminder that nothing lasts.

Dreams and aspirations are lovely to have,

To wonder and learn to argue and discuss,

But find the inspiration in the snowflake,

And in the laughter  young children make.

I guess the true rhythm and peace in my heart,

Is from knowing I’m living my way and creating my own path,

To appreciate life and truly see, what we will all one day leave

Just relax and let it rush through, sit back and just breathe.

“ Which of my photographs is my favorite? The one I’m going to take tomorrow. – Imogen Cunningham